Tobi Fairley

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Tobi Fairley

If there's one place you can have fun with your decor, it's a cabana and pool house! (We should all be so lucky!) Little Rock interi...

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My furniture painting secrets

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Do you learn the hard way and wish at the end you had checked things out a little more thoroughly?  This  overconfidence gets me in hot water more times than I would like to admit, but learn I do!  I paint furniture frequently.  That means lots of experience from too many mistakes. Here's my recipe now.</div><br />What goes under a paint job is very important especially if you are painting a hard surface like laminate. My best painting tip in these situations is ....<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCbrOSbqfz-xqw7On4ShTxZUMnK9bE50-CeDVwerjsdSxuRlUoMb1UQ69qGI7p8PZ2OR5CTMv79SOo-DrhN7Iohw4Tq49E3DJ8WqRQHLUSSDdYrUP87KDCFGHnoqzY4aRf8RZGzsqyjrQZ/s1600/stix-primer-laminate.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Stix bonding primer" border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCbrOSbqfz-xqw7On4ShTxZUMnK9bE50-CeDVwerjsdSxuRlUoMb1UQ69qGI7p8PZ2OR5CTMv79SOo-DrhN7Iohw4Tq49E3DJ8WqRQHLUSSDdYrUP87KDCFGHnoqzY4aRf8RZGzsqyjrQZ/s1600/stix-primer-laminate.jpg" title="My furniture painting secrets" width="300" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My top pick for a bonding primer</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>  use <a href="http://www.insl-x.com/product-detail/inslx-products/stix-waterborne-bonding-primer">STIX bonding primer </a> as a base on just about anything, and then go with the paint of your choice on top of it - my fav is below.  With used furniture degrease with TSP or vinegar and do a light sanding with a sanding pad or electric sander. Paint doesn't like grease, and I always feel better if I sand a bit first. No need to overdo it!<br /><br /><h4>The Facts on STIX</h4> Keep in mind:<br /><ol><li>STIX is not a paint but a  primer/sealant, only a thin translucent coat is required; you are not gaining anything by going for opaque coverage.  </li><li>You don't  need two coats; don't waste it because it is on the expensive side. </li><li>You probably need a quart rather than a gallon for smaller jobs because it spreads a long way.</li><li>It is best  applied going in one direction using light but swift movements. Forget back and forth or w moves.</li><li>Wait at least 90 minutes for drying.</li></ol>My latest project was a colour change for a small media cabinet from Target.  We needed  a multipurpose piece to act as a side table and storage for  two pieces of  TV equipment.  I hate it when you need something right away because you are forced to choose from what is available. 30 inch media cabinets are a thing of the past it seems; everyone has big TVs.   This one was the least offensive to  my design sensibilities.  NO I don't love it at all because it is a tad too traditional for me, but it will serve our purpose until hubby builds one - might be years!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZyzNeR6uo7y4dn1eJzLkh8ZuimvEraFqwReDDGO15uqDIyMQfEj009bqkCCjBPZGbpnWy3fKAGC4lAdRbJz0zw8hvqSIBLq908Ru9dNvriffcbgG-w16suQv6mwMYnkPsEJvlLbpf9mzb/s1600/TV+stand+Target.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="media cabinet Target" border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZyzNeR6uo7y4dn1eJzLkh8ZuimvEraFqwReDDGO15uqDIyMQfEj009bqkCCjBPZGbpnWy3fKAGC4lAdRbJz0zw8hvqSIBLq908Ru9dNvriffcbgG-w16suQv6mwMYnkPsEJvlLbpf9mzb/s1600/TV+stand+Target.jpg" title="My furniture painting secrets" width="320" /></a></div><br />The nutmeg colour looked terrible with my decor  especially my so lovely golden undertoned 80's oak. In comes trusty BM Iron Mountain  to match the  family room colour scheme. I highly recommend this gray if you are looking for a dark gray hue.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRWogkoxS_62JXQAg8IbunXy5rxuDxyuiwOD_ELO23fWyRzluwcuqNEUQuFPkOGdBZQCPM5zd42wgb7M2XKz7bin45sWWcJlhWOWwHGoX0KeOvcOOWuvpbUfy7fGa790tcYCA-wm2ecZ95/s1600/benjamin-moore-iron-mountian.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Benjamin Moore Iron Mountain" border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRWogkoxS_62JXQAg8IbunXy5rxuDxyuiwOD_ELO23fWyRzluwcuqNEUQuFPkOGdBZQCPM5zd42wgb7M2XKz7bin45sWWcJlhWOWwHGoX0KeOvcOOWuvpbUfy7fGa790tcYCA-wm2ecZ95/s1600/benjamin-moore-iron-mountian.jpg" title="My furniture painting secrets" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Benjamin Moore Iron  Mountain</td></tr></tbody></table>  <br />If I want a durable finish I use Benjamin Moore Advance in a pearl finish.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBu_qqUvcub7Je9L-DseBwEj68h0On0iBsd4X7vFtJa6mb9wwd2adthDEJM4sTIcaBDspwTdb7L3ypgRHSoZ5GWvU9LeVsEAIR4ydYrJgvUSqdP2LNbNDaiJnSonwBsF2KFXipKzgvNvWD/s1600/Advance_group_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Benjamin Moore Advance waterborne alkyd Iron Mountain" border="0" height="233" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBu_qqUvcub7Je9L-DseBwEj68h0On0iBsd4X7vFtJa6mb9wwd2adthDEJM4sTIcaBDspwTdb7L3ypgRHSoZ5GWvU9LeVsEAIR4ydYrJgvUSqdP2LNbNDaiJnSonwBsF2KFXipKzgvNvWD/s1600/Advance_group_.jpg" title="My furniture painting secrets " width="320" /></a></div><br />But.... if you are the impatient type it might not be for you.  I have to do a lot of self talk to get me through the drying time, but it is worth it for a durable finish.  <br /><br /><h4>The facts on  Advance </h4> Benjamin Moore Advance is a <u>waterborn alkyd </u>and is as close to an oil finish as you can get today. <br /><br /> Pros: <br /><ul><li>durable finish</li><li> levels nicely</li><li>soap and water cleanup</li><li>available in all BM colours</li><li>low VOCs</li></ul> Cons:<br /><ul><li>difficult paint for impatient people (like me); re-coating time is 16 hours (don't try to hurry it); seems to take even longer when applied over sealed, hard, non porous surfaces; takes many days to fully harden from my experience</li><li>some reviews report whites yellowing over time ( I haven't used white)</li><li>higher price range(you get what you pay for)</li><li>not self-priming, stain-blocking nor antimicrobial -mildew resistant</li></ul> If you want a very extensive review of this product read <a href="http://www.jackpauhl.com/benjamin-moore-advance-paint-review/">Jack Pauhl</a>. <br /><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwre1OOiUZ5uMtAup8QOB5mlgOq52OoKI5RfEUN6yuhDhgVwelvnCqr1t4rMdeEaswk6-3mvSdyuvLraX_Ds8gZt7UG-jeB6Uqy-ZCfwDCmbuW4TJ3bphQgFW_A8Je7eUENbnROszjtIiM/s1600/DSCN0014_01.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Advance Benjamin moore Stix bonding primer" border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwre1OOiUZ5uMtAup8QOB5mlgOq52OoKI5RfEUN6yuhDhgVwelvnCqr1t4rMdeEaswk6-3mvSdyuvLraX_Ds8gZt7UG-jeB6Uqy-ZCfwDCmbuW4TJ3bphQgFW_A8Je7eUENbnROszjtIiM/s1600/DSCN0014_01.JPG" title="Furniture Painting secrets" width="286" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Benjamin Moore Iron Mountain using  Advance</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">  </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Photo:  Margaret Ryall</span></div><br /> You may notice we chopped over two inches off the legs to hide the wires that were coming down behind the cabinet.  Wires are the enemy and they must be dealt with at all costs! This will also be used as a side table so it needed to be shorter.  I liked the higher legs, but function always wins. <br /><br />Do  you have any painting tips to pass along?  

My furniture painting secrets

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src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheOS0oJ2ejZRQ9d2HWcPH_n273jYZfMih4h-QL8NPxH5zS5DWEACORUXDmABi59SPPYQ-8KXhSpobn5BQyBmu61dPKA4mNO4mxxeiMVL1M_qZaRqic_PrbVeGYXdBnoODrwBuQw433z_rs/s1600/rarebrick_20130605_7835.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_Nk5g9ETVAuuHaWlrCha1ZHseVXn_UYQAGJQ9FCPnwKHM2Itfio8R2MDE2IWbf9EAJnDD1Bui4eL33mPaOMBQ8dvUBtOVm3A1DjQdAiv4p-e46JW5bgUPvJJZd3Jf_s59wGNRG41yUh9q/s1600/rarebrick_20130605_7804.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8txEp1OuZjRvGNGsmDT5oUxmA25qlQeD87Ir-6ynfV5jj7Cd1zLkPlQd1XeQsISYmSnN2Gfs_V42UkDMbcxGOUltJIEPI8-N-ddy3Eo3UJLbz69cgoAme07z_6QGSI2MFWxu5Fz0lt3no/s1600/rarebrick_20130605_8077.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhxoXHqYnsv0dRzaKkoxsG63BiksG876bUOCpv8DbNIsPwsdv6UYga0X_wlIVT55nvtpRKwKW0YGUcXm92c0TaVd5sYkgi2DewD8ZNf85visMccoksFCaKdHjqa_6dk6hkGddvwGVYg9Lh/s1600/rarebrick_20130606_8148.jpg" /></center><br />As if I needed one more reason to visit Nantucket! <a href="http://www.76main.com/" target="_blank">76 Main</a> is a newly remodeled boutique hotel in the heart of my beloved island, designed by none other than one my favorite designers–Boston's <a href="http://www.rachelreider.com/" target="_blank">Rachel Reider</a>! The goal here was to have guests feel like they were friends staying in the guest room of an upscale Nantucket home. Totally feels like that, doesn't it?? I love the chic and subtle nautical touches, all the texture and pattern, and abundance of colorful wallpaper! The real showstopper for me though is all the gorgeous fabric she chose! Visit <a href="http://www.76main.com/" target="_blank">76 Main</a> to see even more photos by <a href="http://www.rarebrick.com/#index.htm" target="_blank">Rare Brick</a> and learn all about the hotel! And also check out <a href="http://www.21broadhotel.com/" target="_blank">21 Broad</a>, the hotel's sister property...it's brand spankin' new–opening this summer! <br /><br />And for another awesome Rachel Reider-designed Nantucket hotel, check out my blog post <a href="http://www.houseofturquoise.com/2012/11/rachel-reider-interiors-chapman-house.html" target="_blank">here</a>! <br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

76 Main | Rachel Reider Interiors

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Flatfish Island Designs

<center><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyXxllVO0YLAoED_yhN22c4xBlspEv0mtg067sXO6k_xxnOTeT1kAzPHivo-rIvRDmR4JSDplgDFanOuxczISSiZazVqCJmUjBY6XdqoTs_aDTrNTguMLIPEWaOI6rA9rHsXp3xJsG0IHN/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+living+room.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSaAU9g5pOT8lgOP6-vfOerM6-1ez4M5IZPRWPEgNxutaEsI0WxVbSQEgIi7oq0uloDKWqFtoQSSRXAHWtm6GCElocv5cAh9gWchGkqlZVBULb8jrS4X-a1VoUeHJ9eEALQqrNdgAs_ST2/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+dining+room.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIOUuOBAO2ge96BLbc8wa5UcqxRBuVsVAn1mOdyXmgjE2Mqa7qc9eDhy3bRgX29LQyc-T_DD9MMTHPx1oJCw1ubeoLRuXrvdBF-npNUUKUxopjrsEz9pajxsSzNgQs-mVnEhJs9ymIMo9Q/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+kitchen.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyKHkFautqZUqFJcEl1yQgPBv0WloIB5UvUw4aweeUklWsPDV_DNaHjuYtjQntMNpOjp7Y_bxxUCxW6YAIRKiCHYUCzD38SpuFn8wzM-rNF2n-Do06f5AR_JYaPyqtX6fPa41-S97wYdgJ/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+family+room.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL2obeVFuOAcmZzzepCDTdDDM-iJcRu5QEm99LLar4LpqerboQiAXGccatXIOXO30dsbOseXhOtWjkOX56_4f1pGPDMvzc_PipwpvD8DPtKvaTKRNvX9aFVISoyZ-ZtcNnL-yj7VQC3dge/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+bedroom.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPhskQmkHQE_-ur-OlJSCginTCyqf6jQWtfwwRNLq6tZmox3B_gzUGRNwcs0O9t0xR86hpDluw7wa9Opcy7zbFstelshhHqknkGXrMHtcAXo7qLsqlwDzqM3LDxde2WqVZux0lehQD_w4P/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+bathroom.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzvfOCndSypty2J74kvZiuQE91pIHWBGZMAf-QQlVKtGEQ96zhYoxCZDzSNuzAZ1zyiNuuaTbKXbl4NRDakseGu2HxhhANquDd2rKRVfx9v0ofzm9KfJ0OCFQBRAnuVZ6DNAUSS7rSyAUG/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+porch.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM-DgxiQDhOhpjlc-CF7R21S1uvSrI55dApJkiY_pDGX46c35FRx9Kaa3knsQ8lSgaHJTIua9fSTv6fOMu_Fe6sLel1Tqkf8hzr_XZoSxDo0Lof28e50NAX63Rz2tgXWc4kuz4oT_cDTSa/s1600/Flatfish+Island+Designs+exterior.jpg" /><br /><center><br /></center><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">I love looking through the <a href="http://www.flatfishislanddesigns.com/" target="_blank">Flatfish Island Designs</a> website and dreaming of building a new home! I've always loved floor plans and all the possibilities! (Maybe because I'm an architect's daughter??)  Pictures are way more fun though...especially when they're of the southern coastal variety! I'm just feeling a warm breeze from these images. Such inviting, comfortable spaces with beachy palettes ya'll know I love! Head <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/flatfishislanddesigns/flatfish-island-designs-house-plans" target="_blank">here</a> for more photos, or visit their <a href="http://www.flatfishislanddesigns.com/" target="_blank">site</a> with tons of house plans! </div></center><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Flatfish Island Designs

I love looking through the Flatfish Island Designs website and dreaming of building a new home! I've always loved floor plans and all t...

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Eduardo Arruga

<center><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoJtSEfZy0whzigA4LKtL3Xo7dwsUWogBoScNiYTqV3y43WJuuN982BFl1Ya7ZjgrHXasEHCsM06OdG-Xpl3B8m7O2yoKh4U_uWjah5sTZEuPMOH2Bu5GJyxBmfYQO-v3h9chGiC7szOEV/s1600/azul+y+rosa+1.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitCxxdgtRbaDPA1My3cDInDcGB_EdfKHYfFz6OCa2eXmHKVLnI1-ObaTlZN-mDkMIZcKtjVkd4rp6dK5aIRQBGtWrrnjyfe5UwyZXXiK92o02bP5sl2W3VgeetSEnAyO90f22eBVp7Hw9d/s1600/azul+y+rosa+3.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiii8JZ2hVpH_HjAlmXAsVF-oNNHBQF4lDrZ3xRti6h0wiIFWBjP0X57y2wY1MIe-xldnowRKSFukflyAm4t6ZWrZVhIEEBjgsXXGevCIe8UOHkT0d12Kx55p1fIAijRKHkLh_NPOe6L0Qz/s1600/azul+y+rosa+2.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhiCTgbmwBiXPvU-4chDsRgLdnB9VtjnF_H6JexKjqmV5q8v9joCZFkxnbRr9QxBiXLeqQeV4sHxGDvWej7CSTu35fjg5_CohdH0Hip_1UhDmuGW-4eZMtPx1Hwbf39rG4Jle458FBG5pr/s1600/azul+y+rosa+4.jpg" /></center><br />Could this bedroom possibly be any more beautiful or cozy?! Barcelona interior designer <a href="http://eduardoarruga.com/" target="_blank">Eduardo Arruga</a> created the dream space featured in <a href="http://www.elmueble.com/articulo/dormitorios/dale_dormitorio_aire_vintage_azul_rosa.html#" target="_blank">El Mueble</a>, using layers of pretty colors and soft textures to give the space its relax-and-stay-awhile style! Love the amazing windows and high beamed ceiling here too! The pretty fresh flowers and toasty fire are the perfect finishing touches! You have to see the walk-in closet right behind the bed....so head <a href="http://www.elmueble.com/articulo/dormitorios/dale_dormitorio_aire_vintage_azul_rosa.html#" target="_blank">here</a> for more pics–just click on "Galeria"!<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Love turquoise? Visit my shopping blog </span><a href="http://www.everythingturquoise.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Everything Turquoise</a><span style="font-style: italic;">...updated several times throughout the day! Check out </span><a href="http://www.decorbycolor.com/" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">Decor by Color</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> for even more color-themed shopping! </span></span>

Eduardo Arruga

Could this bedroom possibly be any more beautiful or cozy?! Barcelona interior designer Eduardo Arruga created the dream space featured in ...

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