When we moved into our home three years ago I began a love
hate relationship with the front porch. I love that we have one. I hate that it’s
enclosed (not as nice to look at from the front), I love that it’s enclosed
(really enjoy sitting out there in the rain), I hate the carpet (it’s really
ugly), I love that it’s carpeted (the concrete underneath is a mess). Because
of this battle between my ears I have had a hard time settling on a décor. I
like what I have come up with so far but it’s not perfect yet. Hence the title “Front Porch Makeover #1”…there
will definitely be a #2 and I am hoping for your suggestions. So here goes
(including links to various projects from the past). Enjoy!
Before & After
Projects and Finds...
3. Thrift store find for $3
4. Old dated lamp turned modern with spay paint
A close up pic...
Oh yea...I found this wicker rocker at a church flee market for $25.
Now, for the future porch makeover #2...here are a few inspirational pics.
What about paining the wicker chairs green?
I love the red, white, blue and yellow.
I love the blue on the walls and especially the floor. Painting the floor is an options. Thoughts?
I think the screens are way cool and of course love the colors.
Always attracted to the simplicity of blue and white.
This is probably my favorite front porch. I think my wicker would look great in a natural color and of course I love the red.
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I think you just answered it yourself, you love the last one! Myself, I am in a frenzy of turquoise this year, paired with red and just about any other color. I think I'd rip out the carpet you hate and paint the floor with a semi-gloss paint. YOu can always add a big rug for warmth in the winter months. I love a porch, any porch.
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I think you are right Linda...I just might go with the last one. And I love your idea of the big rug...thanks for the suggestion. Thanks for visiting too!
DeleteI think Linda is on to something, My vote is for the cool tone of the aqua. There's nothing I don't love about it. (sigh)
ReplyDeleteI love turquoise too. My favorite color scheme is red, turquoise, yellow, and white. Thanks for your suggestion and thanks for visiting.
Deletehere's the link to a post of my favorite color combo that includes turquoise...
Deletehttp://pinterest.com/pin/17662623511304384/
Love your porch and the wicker!! It is pretty inviting right now, but I do love all the different porch ideas too! I look forward to seeing what you decide! Have a great day, lori
ReplyDeleteThanks Lori. I know what you mean about the white wicker. I love white wicker but am looking for a change. Maybe it's not changing the color of the wicker. This is so hard to decide. So appreciative of your comments. :)
DeleteLove your makeover! Looks like a great place for some R&R! Thanks for sharing your porch at the Rock N Share! Have a great weekend! Blessings, D@TheShadyPorch P.S. I like the simple blue and white! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks D...I like the blue and white too. Blue is my favorite color but I rarely use it in my home. Hmmmm?
DeleteLove the makeover! Love how you tied in the pops of color! If you ever get tired of the carpet, maybe you could refinish the concrete and paint it.
ReplyDeleteThanks, I have thought about painting the concrete. I think its a great idea. Thanks for visiting.
DeleteLove the ideas for painting the whole space one color or even painting the chairs! Those chairs were a great deal! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for much for linking up to support Habitat! Good luck and hope to see you back Thursday night. :)
Thanks Jocie and thanks for visiting.
DeleteLove your makeover! I love the aqua blue colored porch! Thanks for sharing at Project Inspire{d}! Hope you can share more of your creativity at tonight's party - 8 pm EST http://www.settingforfour.com
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather. I agree, as blue is my fav color. See you at your party!!
DeleteGreat job!! Your porch looks great. I'd love to chill there. :)
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