How can I make a headboard out of a fireplace mantel & columns?
I inherited a fireplace mantel from my great grandparents home. Initially I had planned to paint it white and use as a headboard. Once I stripped the paint and varnish the wood itself is beautiful. Now that I have decided to stain not sure how to use the set of salvaged columns and half columns as they can not be stained. Just not sure how the painted columns will look with the stained mantel. Don't know if I should use the half columns to frame the mantel and cut the whole columns and use at foot of bed. I have a blank wall for canvas and want it to be a wow when you walk in. I've been sitting on this project for 5 years! Need suggestions!
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Wow Beth, your project sounds so interesting. I love the idea. I've been seeing a lot of makeovers where people combine dark wood stain with white paint. Mostly on tables and the contrast looks amazing. Whatever you decide to do I would love to see the end result. It's going to be one of a kind
Beth: Here's a wonderful idea!
https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ive-never-thoug-75577
why cannot the columns be stained ? But, paint is another option; 'real' wood and paint go well together --- the photos in the the attached won't necessarily show a mantle/columns but the principle is the same ..
https://www.countryliving.com/remodeling-renovation/expert-advice/q-and-a/a272/combine-stained-painted-trim/
https://www.evolutionofstyleblog.com/painting-furniture-staining-options/
https://www.pinterest.com/pamlandy2/mantle-headboard/?lp=true
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personally, I think the 'surround ( columns, etc) would look fine painted and the flat surface of the mantle itself stained with decorative items on it -- candles, photos, etc.
and yes, I'd use the 1/2 round columns for the foot ... painted the same as the headboard