This vase was painted to accommodate a family room redecorating
project I did for friends. When we had
identified the color pallet for the room, I was concerned it would be tough
finding the perfect soft blue/teal accessories that matched the paint color and
curtains we found.
The solution - paint our own. We already had sample paint ready to go,
leftover from the paint selection for the wall.
This enabled me to locate vases of a specific size and shape regardless
of color (which made bargain shopping even easier). The first vase was a smooth plastic (seen here) and the
second a sort of textured metal. I
figured both would accept paint quite well with primer as the base. After sanding each piece, I covered them in
spray primer. I’m not sure if this step
was completely necessary, but I typically opt for primer when I’m not sure how
a unique material will accept regular paint.
To me, the extra step with primer means I’m better safe than sorry.
Here's the vase in the room on the mantel...
If you are looking to paint a glazed ceramic vase - see my other post here.
I love the color, what is the color ? I must go buy it !!
ReplyDeleteThe color is Café Blue by Valspar 5001-4A. It really is a beautiful color, such a soft blue with just a hint of green in it. Thanks for stopping by! :o)
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