Should I paint or repair
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http://www.hometalk.com/diy/bedroom/furniture/charming-french-bedroom-set-1840876
Charming French Bedroom Set
First of all I LOVE French Provincial furniture. This is beautiful as it is. I love wood but I am not oppsosed to painting furniture. For those who say the headboard and mirror make it look dated they are wrong. I have seen some beautiful FP furniture painted that look just as regal as the wood. You could change out the pulls and knobs, but once again I love them they keep with the ornate lines of the furniture. I have seen some beautiful pieces done in glossy white, some with painted with stained tops, have seen glossy black, have seen amazing gray, and some in almost a navy blue. Choose well...you have a beautiful set. I am envious. Good luck.
I think Geri Ann has the best idea of all; to redo one piece first to see if you like the look. Personally, I'd start with the headboard and paint it in a deep metallic grey or a metallic rose gold. That may add enough pizzaz to the room. I'd also suggest having the headboard customized in such a way that it is taller when attached to the mattress/springs. That will lgive it more presence in your gust room. The set is actually beautiful!