thanks for all the suggestions. i've tried virtually every molding and wood business in san diego, and they've tried to match with existing stock with no luck. i need about 50', so i guess i'll go the woodworker custom route. it's just frustrating that i see people rennovating 50's houses around here, that upgrade and throw out the old molding, but i can't seem to hook up with them before they do it. we're keeping an eye on the foreclosed homes in our area and as the new wave of buyers come in, checking their plans for the old floors, so maybe we'll still luck out.

3D, I am certain he didn't have a clue, and I didn't either til well after I got it home. His ad read, "I have this piece of furniture which was bolted to the top of an antique desk, but the two pieces didn't really go together and I prefer the desk without it. It would go nicely on top of a similar piece or a bureau, shelves, etc. Approximate dimensions are 8" d x 30 " w x 30" h. See photo for detail. Glass doors, would be great for keeping books dust free, or other knick-knacks and bric-a-brac." Now it wasn't 'bolted' but he gave me the 2 metal pieces from the back of the top that slide into the corresponding pieces in the back of the desk to lock it in place. I'd LOVE to email him and ask to see a picture of his desk, but mine looks just like the 'bottom' that I see on most of them, so I am happy with the marriage of the two pieces. He laid it in my trunk, and a friend who was here brought it into the DR and laid it on the table. It wasn't until that night when I righted it out of curiosity and could read the label that I had glimpsed as it was coming out of his car. My thrill at seeing the Maddox label was HUGE, as I have experience with their quality. Limogique, Knowing that makes me even happier! I'd buy vintage or antique over a new item any day of the week, and to get this for $25 is incredible. I thought it was stained a bit lighter than my desk until I brought a small drawer from the desk into the DR and set it next to the top. Another wonderful surprise! I have always admired secretary desks like this, and to think that I now have one, that was posted as a 'hutch top'. Just goes to show us that we need to open all the CL ads,as there may be a treasure there under a bad title. I DON'T look at CL ads with no pictures, though.

Glenda...I'm sorry; I didn't intend for the "onion bag suggestion" come across wrong. I know your Mom's were the fiber ones. I've used them, too. I just wanted to share what I'd read about the new onion bags. I was surprised to learn they're made of plastic now. I buy my onions loose, and hadn't really paid attention to how the newer bags are made. I have noticed plastic "burlap" bags at the feed store. That really blew my mind. I think you're just about the sweetest person sitting at the table. I always look for your posts and responses. I hope you know I'd never intentionally say anything to hurt your feelings. It wasn't meant that way... Big hugs!

Thank you both!!! I'll check out those colors, mmp01. I appreciate your suggestions! I don't have the magazine. Just the Pinterest photo and my ipad. Just remembering that I downloaded an app called Color Grab on my android. I'll try that now too. I'll let you know if I come up with anything. Thanks again.