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matte black or not

6 years ago

I picked up this vintage mirror this weekend. I’m itching to spray it matte black but think I already have too much black at the table. I think it will be pretty slick to have it all black with the gold vase. Thoughts? Leave it alone or spray baby spray.

Comments (25)

  • 6 years ago

    I agree with Jinx!

  • 6 years ago

    I agree too. It looks great as is, adding a rather organic feel to the vignette.


  • 6 years ago

    I think it would definitely be too much black, and way less interesting that the vignette now.

  • 6 years ago
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    I remember your post from a week or so ago. I enjoy seeing your spaces and think you have a fantastic sense of style!

    This one I think needs a bit more tweaking. I love the lamp but imo the frame is not the right size for the space. It is too close to the same height as the lamp. Same with the gold vase. Also, the frame seems too heavy when painted black. I would let a different color dominate, while still adding a touch of black.

  • 6 years ago

    I think black is best in small doses for the most impact.

  • 6 years ago

    Thanks for the feedback. I’ll look around for something shorter. This is temporary until I find the right frame

  • 6 years ago
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    Turn the mirror on it's side.


  • PRO
    6 years ago

    I would leave it as is. Right now the wood of the frame and the black items on the table play well with your staircase.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    i like black.. so my opinion is biased, but yes. paint it black!

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    The table seems delicate and open and that frame along with the lamp become very heavy - it looks a bit top heavy. Can you put something under the table?

    I do like the way it looks now, but can very much appreciate the desire to paint it!

  • 6 years ago

    Played around with this painting I found. Original watercolor

  • 6 years ago
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    I think that looks 5000 times better. Can move the book over a little towards the vase. I would make the lampshade slightly overlap the art. Are you leaning the art or hanging it?

  • 6 years ago

    Perfect, David!

  • 6 years ago

    Moved it over as suggested. Really appreciate the feedback

  • 6 years ago

    LOVE that table!!

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    That frame is so much better! It mimics the thinner legs of the table - well done!!

  • 6 years ago
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    Now I think it is perfect. I am glad you didn't mind all the suggestions. Never can be sure how much is too much on the www.


    If you want to be uber perfect then I would take two black zip ties and tie the cord to the lamp on to the leg of the table so that it cannot be seen.

  • 5 years ago

    Seasons greetings - hope everyone is well. I tweaked this again. Adding two stools in front. Let me know what you all think - keep the stools or return?

  • 5 years ago

    I love the stools but don't think I would put them in that spot. It might be that they go with the rest of the space but judging from just the photo above, I say put them elsewhere.

  • 5 years ago

    Put them under the table. They can be pulled out when needed.

  • 5 years ago

    @ilikefriday always appreciate your honest feedback. I’m going to return them... I love them but they don’t seem to be working in any of my rooms. Feel free to checkout my evolving decor on IG @francismckoymanor - welcome everyone’s comments and feedback!

  • 5 years ago

    You're starting to go overboard here. Less is more!!

  • 5 years ago
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    I peeked at your photos on IG. What a treat to see. I LOVE IT. I must be doing something right because I see that we have the same s-shaped dining chairs. Mine are in black. Your home is fab. Are those bundles of dried flowers hanging from the ceiling? It looks so casual yet so perfect. Sigh.... Just heavenly!

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    I think it looks like perfection! Great IG too - you have killer style!