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Omar De Pablo
Omar De Pablo Spring Hill, FL on Aug 14, 2012
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Master Suite Remodel Surprise

So the wife leaves for a 30 day African missions trip and I decide to tackle my first bedroom renovation project. Mind you I have done little projects here and there, but nothing of this magnitude. I was truly only going to repaint the room, but was quickly overcome by the desire to spruce it up a bit. As you can see by the before pictures it was “okay” compared to other rooms (whichever those might be) but still dark, aged and in need of help. I wanted something cozy, cottagey, resort like. I was stepping out in faith because my wife knew nothing about the project and I would not have her input. Shhhhh, it’s a secret. This would really test how much I think I know her.

Master bedroom and bath remodel using thrift store finds and re-purposed items. The first daunting task was to repaint all the wood trim to white and prime red walls. Then the walls were painted a light yellow to give the room some air. The windows were framed out entirely from recycled wood and the shutters are thrift store louver closet doors that were cut and reassembled to size. Same was done for the door leading to pool area. All frames used in the room for decor were thrift store finds that were repainted. The crates are from Michaels™ and were stained and decorated by, you guessed it thrift store finds. Lifted vanity off ground and gave legs. Used recycled wood and bead board ...»

wall paper to create raised door panels from the flat Formica doors. Removed Formica counter top and used recycled wood from a closed local restaurant. Closed out medicine cabinet and used recycled molding. Both sinks were recycled from someone™s back yard. Gave texture to upper portion of walls (Spanish lace and applied bead board wall paper to bottom half. The large eight foot long mirror was left in place and divided by the same recycled wood shelf and framed out to look like two separate mirrors. I removed the soffit fluorescent lights and rewired for two separate fixtures. The ladder was made from recycled ballet bars and wood from a closed dance studio.

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  • Grandy Indianapolis, IN
    I want one of those.Not the room,a man who can start and finish a project in a month.

    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 4
  • Donna R Lumberton, TX
    One more thing. Do you have a twin or a brother who's just like you? I have a 23 year old single daughter??? :)
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • MaryAnn D Ocala, FL
    She will love it i am sure
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • Sharron W Memphis, TN
    @Donna LOL! @Omar Awesome Job, she is going to be stunned, that bathroom is very spa Like and I love the color choices you made! Also as someone else has already said, bringing touches of the blue into the bedroom from the bathroom with those frames really was a brilliant move, it looks great! I do think I'd try and find a throw for the bed in that blue rather than the orange one...but regardless it's fabulous!
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 2
  • Cindy davis Fort Scott, KS
    The bathroom is excellent and the bedroom is pretty awesome. I say she will love it.

    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • Patricia L Valparaiso, FL
    You did wonderfully!! I love all that you did!!!

    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • Danielle Daly Sandpoint, ID
    Wow, now this guy really has an eye. He did an excellent job; I'm sure his wife was absolutely thrilled.
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • Kimberly Halbert Oceanside, CA
    Im sure she will LOVE it! i would!!!!!
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • Catherine Ruff
    Wonderful job. I did notice the TV is gone. More time to spend with each other. Reading to one another and all kinds of things like that. You have excellent style. Your wife will feel very special. Go ahead and pat yourself on the back from all of us to you. Don't forget to take a deep breath and stick out your chest, you deserve it. lol
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • Catherine Ruff
    Wonderful job. I did notice the TV is gone. More time to spend with each other. Reading to one another and all kinds of things like that. You have excellent style. Your wife will feel very special. Go ahead and pat yourself on the back from all of us to you. Don't forget to take a deep breath and stick out your chest, you deserve it. lol
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 0
  • Dyanne Phenix City, AL
    The fact that you thought of the idea and completed this by yourself is outstanding! What a thoughtful loving husband. I know she will love it!
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 3
  • Gayle Williams Fletcher, OH
    You are a God!!!! Whatever it is you do to make a living ... give up your day job:)
    on Aug 14, 2012 · Like 1
  • BONNIE J
    WE NEED TO CLONE YOU!
    on Aug 15, 2012 · Like 1
  • Donna D South Fallsburg, NY
    She is a very lucky lady to have you! She will love it!
    on Aug 15, 2012 · Like 0
  • Mary O'Brien Henderson Llano, TX
    Beautiful job! Lucky wife! You are a blessing to her! She has to be overwhelmed & love it! Every time she steps into the room, she is going to remember how much you love her & thank the Lord!
    on Aug 15, 2012 · Like 1
  • Teresa D Snellville, GA
    Wow! What a lucky woman! You've clearly got an eye for design. I love how you used re-purposed and thrift store items! Such a fresh look! Kudos!

    on Aug 15, 2012 · Like 2
  • Megan V (Our Pinteresting... Westminster, MD
    What a beautiful job you've done! She's one lucky lady. :)
    on Aug 15, 2012 · Like 1
  • Lygia Dallas, TX
    Fantastic! the bathroom is AMAZING! the dark wood countertops and blue walls, so great, not to mention using wooden hangers for wall art?! She's a lucky lady! If my husband ever gets on this site (doubt it :), "baby, feel free to take the initiative and remodel the bathroom anytime!" :)
    on Aug 15, 2012 · Like 0
  • Kate Sammamish, WA
    Your bathroom remodel is amazing! I am very interested in more details on how you transformed the cabinets? I have similar basic cabinets in two bathrooms and our kitchen - I LOVE the detail you added and would love to try for the same. I see your basic steps, but if you can offer more detail I would appreciate it!
    on Oct 23, 2012 · Like 0
  • HoopHasIt Dallas, TX
    I need one of you!! Great job. What is on the list next? Be sure and share when you do.
    on Jan 29, 2013 · Like 0
  • Sharon @ Lilikoi Joy Mukilteo, WA
    I actually pinned this bathroom on Pinterest a couple weeks thinking it was exactly everything I wanted to do in mine. It is just amazing and so great to see it here! Fantastic job. I bet your wife LOVED it. What a wonderful surprise for her.
    on Feb 06, 2013 · Like 0
  • Jen R Lansing, MI
    Fabulous job. Would love to hear her reaction to the room!
    on Feb 07, 2013 · Like 1
  • Omar De Pablo Spring Hill, FL
    Needless to say she was very surprised. She just stared at me and then back at the room with dropped jaw. Didn't really hit her until the next morning. She says its like being at a spa all the time. LOL...mission accomplished.
    on Feb 07, 2013 · Like 2
  • Sharron W Memphis, TN
    That is awesome! I guess that's the reaction you were looking for...LOL Thanks for letting us know....
    on Feb 07, 2013 · Like 0
  • Sharon @ mrs. hines class Spring, TX
    You did a great job! The room looks beautiful and I love what you did to the bathroom.
    on Feb 08, 2013 · Like 0

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