The colour Bordeaux ..
Photo: Rodney SmithHope that you all had a fabulous weekend, here it was hot and sunny and the forecast is for more lovely sunshine.
The shutters have all had a base coat and some have had one coat of top coat but it is a long process and the paint is taking a while to dry.
Yesterday Mr FF put the new front door in which looks oh so lovely as it is the colour of bordeaux wine and is actually called "Bordeaux" and it really sets off the white stone exterior of the house.
As most of you already know, the house that we are working on, "Maison No. 20" is set in a 14th century medieval village which means that there are strict laws governing what you can do to your house and there is a list of approved colours that you must use when painting the facade of your house.
I promise that when it is finished I will post some "before" and "after photos".
Bon semaine,
Leeann x
Hi Leeann,
ReplyDeleteBordeaux sounds like a fabulous colour. Can't wait to see the before and after photos of Maison No. 20. Do you have another project planned after all the work is completed? Would love to know what's next on your list! Leigh
The muscle tone in your arms must be fantasic with all this painting...cannot wait to see photos. I have tagged you for a Heart photo!!!
ReplyDeleteThe colour of the door sounds wonderful.....can't wait to see it :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the sunshine :)
Oh the colours of Bordeaux are beautiful. Your front door sounds fabulous and I cannot wait to see some photo's. Ax
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely fantastic photo! Looking forward to seeing the Bordeaux door photos....and did you have a glass of the paint's namesake afterwards?
ReplyDeleteI could only dream of living in a french medieval village. I did visit St Paul De Vence many years ago and was overwhelmed by the beauty. I too am looking forward to seeing your photos. Julie
ReplyDeleteSounds gorgeous-can't wait to see. Are you keeping the original hardware? I love door knockers and door knobs-just curious.
ReplyDeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteWe have restored the orginal door pull and I am now on the hunt for an antique door knocker and handle which is not as easy as it sounds as these command crazy prices as everybody wants one!
As for the glass of Bordeaux, I love the wine from St Emillion so we will wet the baby's head so to speak.
Leigh, as far as another project is concerned I am sure that there will be another one but our focus is to get this one completed asap and although we have finished the 2nd apartment we still have the ground floor to go so think that this one will keep us busy until Christmas. We would like a place near the water so I think that the next project will involve water in some form.
A bientot,
Leeann x
I can't wait to see the before and after photos
ReplyDeleteOh sounds so lovely. I can't wait for photos too!
ReplyDeleteI like your new blog style. a plus...
ReplyDeleteHI Leeann,
ReplyDeleteLook forward to seeing the before and after, of the shutters ~ bordeaux is such a lovely colour.
Have a great week
Hugs
Carolyn
LOVE that photo!
ReplyDeleteThank you Leeann! I'm looking forward to see the photos of your maison no.20 and of the bordeaux door!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day!
Vale
Rodney Smith - a true genius! I remember painting shutters once many years ago & so I dip my hat to you, they were an absolute pain! Thank you Leeann for your beautiful message of care & support - I appreciated your kindness immensely.
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