06/19/2018
Let’s talk wall texture for a minute. There are a lot of different ways to finish drywall and I have researched all of them. For our renovation at the Merc I had my heart set (or so I thought) on perfectly smooth
06/12/2018
When you’re designing your home, the first place you start is with paint. Paint has a power that is unlike anything else. It can define a style, create a mood, and transform a space. Paint is everything!! If you need
06/09/2018
Even though we ended up hiring out the install of our drywall, you can bet that I still have a ton of great info to pass along about installation tips and tricks! Drywall Installation Tools and Tips Without further adieu,
06/05/2018
Drywall is one of those things that every renovation has. It is a huge expense, and when you’re looking to cut costs, it can be a very tempting DIY. This post covers everything Drywall during our renovation at the Merc.
05/14/2018
When I saw the big storefront windows for the first time at the Merc I loved them. When I started planning the layout and dove into exactly what I wanted them to be, I fell in love even deeper. There
05/03/2018
I think one of the most agonizing things about building or renovating is planning things that you’ve never had to think about before. Things like lighting. I mean, of course we all have thought about buying cute fixtures, but have
04/26/2018
Do you have pocket doors in your house?! Pocket doors are a fantastic way to create separation and privacy in small spaces like bathrooms. When I was growing up my grandparents had them and for some reason (probably because they
04/18/2018
Over the last year (can you believe it was a year ago that I published this post?!!) we have put every ounce of our heart and soul into the renovation of the Merc, and you guys have cheered us on,
04/09/2018
Did you guys catch my last post about our Interior Doors? Once I found them my whole life was better, and I also sort of screwed things up because of them. ?
04/05/2018
If you remember, we’ve had quite the door saga happening at the Merc. I found my dream door in a picture from Farrow and Ball on Pinterest. Source