Finish on the floors? - I love these floors! I'm about to install 2100 sq. feet of pine and this is what I want it to look like when all is said and done. Can you please tell me how you finished these and with what? Thank you so much! :) »
sslavin Fantastically expensive! LOL! We got 8", 10", and 12" wide planks for $2/square foot...I will just have to play with different stains and finishes and try to get close. If they come out looking half as beautiful as the floors in your picture then I will be thrilled! :)
homeideabox Ikea has some amazing shelf options. Check out the website. I am always impressed with their innovative ideas and efficient, yet complete use of space. Gotta give kudos to the Swedish engineers. The houses in Sweden are smaller and they get very creative with their use of space. I picked up a shelf similar to the one here a few years ago there. I love their quality and the prices wont bust your budget!
If you can't figure out a way to build out a window seat, or live in a rental and don't want to commit, a bench near a window creates a makeshift version with the same effect.
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This sunny window is a great area to store children's books and a few toys. The shelf can be used as a play surface or a cozy spot to read a book or two. Plus, the shelf on the wall adds additional storage that mothers and fathers everywhere will appreciate.
You could always sell the new wood and buy antique. The look is really fantastic!