Comments on Cozy.Cottage.Cute.: To Paint or Not To Paint

I think you're right. :)

2013-04-04T18:34:15.668-04:00

I think you're right. :)

I think if you have a lot of white and neutral col...

2013-04-04T17:31:54.098-04:00

I think if you have a lot of white and neutral colors, you need that touch of warm wood tones to give some contrast.

well............ we love to see you post and don&#...

2011-04-12T21:09:55.346-04:00

well............ we love to see you post and don't want the hubby to do you any harm(and keep u from posting). tee hee.
i say buy the other one and paint it. the two pics you posted?? i love the first. it is more of a whitewash( so you can see the writing thru the paint). i think you should do yours( the one you buy) like that one

I love the one we have just like it is, not everyt...

2011-04-12T21:09:54.997-04:00

I love the one we have just like it is, not everything needs to be white, and it is a nice contrast to all the other white stuff.

I'm only the husband (oh ya that guy) but my preference is that you buy the kijiji one and paint it.

I love the way the trunks look painted. I think yo...

2011-04-12T21:09:54.682-04:00

I love the way the trunks look painted. I think you should paint it :)
deezie

I have to agree with Alex, it looks beautiful the ...

2011-02-04T20:02:32.245-05:00

I have to agree with Alex, it looks beautiful the way it is, you have many white pieces in this space including the side table. It's nice to have contrast with the wood coloring of the chest and by not over-doing the white accents. DON'T PAINT IT:)

Paint it white!

2010-10-23T13:04:34.567-04:00

Paint it white!

I love everything painted white, but not this trun...

2010-10-22T19:30:15.606-04:00

I love everything painted white, but not this trunk! Buy another one and paint it white! I have been seeing all over blog land, natural wood mixed in with white! You have the perfect combo going!

I too love painted furniture, but...your trunk is ...

2010-10-21T01:02:46.522-04:00

I too love painted furniture, but...your trunk is a beauty just the way it is!

I say it something like this -- "Chip, rememb...

2010-10-20T23:25:14.725-04:00

I say it something like this -- "Chip, remember when you said you thought the trunk would look nice painted...well..." He's convinced he has memory issues!

NO - DO NOT PAINT THAT TRUNK! I mean really, isn&#...

2010-10-20T22:11:49.907-04:00

NO - DO NOT PAINT THAT TRUNK! I mean really, isn't painted furniture just a fad now? EVERYONE is painting furniture and it's getting old and boring. Every blog I turn to has furniture redone with paint - blue paint, black paint, white paint, gilded paint, paint shmaint. Maybe if the wood was really bad and ugly but that trunk looks great and has enough character as is. Find something else to paint that's not as nice if you must paint.

This is my 1st visit to you blog, and it's lov...

2010-10-20T00:04:50.581-04:00

This is my 1st visit to you blog, and it's lovely! I would leave the trunk, I like the contrast with the couch, you may want to think about a sisal carpet under it. Also, check out this blog http://acountryfarmhouse.blogspot.com/ she decorates with a lot of white, I think you like it! If you'd like to "visit" me in New England I love company and new Followers are very exciting!

Paint it! What the heck, go for it :)

2010-10-19T19:29:26.353-04:00

Paint it! What the heck, go for it :)

I would leave it as is! This trunk adds so much wa...

2010-10-19T16:23:38.461-04:00

I would leave it as is! This trunk adds so much warmth and coziness to your living room. Go ahead and buy the other trunk, which is also lovely, if you want to paint something.

I love the way the trunks look painted. I think yo...

2010-10-19T14:26:24.707-04:00

I love the way the trunks look painted. I think you should paint it :)
deezie

I love all things painted! My first question woul...

2010-10-19T09:22:35.367-04:00

I love all things painted! My first question would be ... how much is the trunk on Kijiji? If the price is good then go for it!

I'm happy you like my trunk, Sarah! Thanks so ...

2010-10-19T08:44:46.435-04:00

I'm happy you like my trunk, Sarah! Thanks so much for sharing it. I debated for days whether or not to paint it so understand your dilemma! I love your trunk just as it is but if you were to paint it, I think the creamy white trunk w/stenciling is the better option for your piece with your existing decor. I think it would look beautiful & would certainly pop against those hardwoods. I also like the kijiji trunk and agree with the ladies above...you could buy that one and paint it, keeping the other as is if hubby will spazz. :) But, it's your trunk so do whatever your heart wants. I'm sure it will be beautiful if you opt for paint and is beautiful without.

Good luck!
{Hugs}
Jami

I love the one we have just like it is, not everyt...

2010-10-19T08:19:44.484-04:00

I agree with the 2-trunk method!!! yours is gorgeo...

2010-10-19T00:38:22.663-04:00

I agree with the 2-trunk method!!! yours is gorgeous, I just painted my old (and rather rustic one) and it is ok, but yours is a beaut! It warms up the room, but if you want more white, you could add an area rug under it. I think trunks are like shoes, more is better!!!

This is a tough one... hmmm. I think if the one o...

2010-10-18T23:55:16.831-04:00

This is a tough one... hmmm. I think if the one on the creepy unmade bed is available, and not expensive. Get that one paint it and put it in the room. It's a win /win for you and the hubs.
Keep us posed on this big decision!
Have a pretty day!
Kristin

Nobody paints more furniture white then moi! BUT.....

2010-10-18T23:28:56.052-04:00

Nobody paints more furniture white then moi!
BUT...in this case...with the dovetale joints and all...You'd be decreasing the value on this beauty big time.
Paint another piece for your table...In years to come you'll be glad you waited.
Love your blog by the way...we have lots in common!
xoxo~Kathy @
Sweet Up-North Mornings...

I'm agreeing with all who say don't paint....

2010-10-18T22:42:17.147-04:00

I'm agreeing with all who say don't paint. I love the dove tailing and would hate to see that hidden. Try waxing it to bring some sheen but not too shiny. Looks to be a great tone for what I can tell.

well............ we love to see you post and don&#...

2010-10-18T22:16:59.762-04:00

Whatever you decide it will be perfect!

2010-10-18T21:49:40.328-04:00

Whatever you decide it will be perfect!

i agree with cathy- buy the other and paint it, bu...

2010-10-18T21:13:20.598-04:00

i agree with cathy- buy the other and paint it, but don't paint this one... you will lose that fab dovetailing. and i love the rich honey pine color it has right now. but the other, paint it and the hardware on it, give it a good distressing, and then change them out as your moods change!