So here is another pic showing how the two relate behind the wall. Not surprised we have a split vote. One minute I think painted, next I think we should leave it. Closet is made of maple and floor is oak, so they don't match exactly, but it's not bad together. We are still deciding on how to do the doors (and waiting until we can afford them). Original plan was 3 sliding panels (definitely white) but then I saw the most gorgeous closet with hinged doors on either side. It will likely be sliding. Next up is decision on pulls. Same on both units? I was thinking cup pulls on the bedroom side, but the closet looks like it needs something more modern (and possibly recessed in order for the doors to bypass). Carpenter is hilarious and was all upset about us doing doors and covering up his beautiful work.

Here is a post from this board in 2011. The reply to stain rather than paint is by a paint expert. http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2657030/painting-over-expensive-string-wallpaper And a post from a DIY board - Painting string wallpaper My entry is large and opens up into a second level. This paper has faded in places and I hate the look. What can I do to cover it? I have been told that this paper is hung with some sort of clay paste and if I try to take it off, I will have to re-rock. That is out of the question and my budget. Could I use Kilz and paint over that? Is there a faux finish that works well on string cloth? Sponsored Links 04-15-04, 04:54 AM #2 prowallguy Member Join DateJan 2003Posts2,597 I don't understand why you would have to sheetrock after removal. String paper is one of the easiest to remove because it holds water, and clay paste can be washed off. It'll will be quite a mess, but it can be done.

I used to be a sales consultant for a a California Closet-like company. Here’s a good trick to get that look on a shoestring budget. Get hollow core doors from habitat for humanity. They’re like 10 bucks each and you can cut them down to make a fancy looking closet system similar to the closet maid one pictured by the other commenter but without the drawers... I guess you could do drawers too, if you wanted to, but they are a lot more work. Basically you just need to rip the doors down to 14” and make several partition and shelves. When you rip the hollow core door down the back edge will be hollow, of course, so you’ll just need to fill it with a ripped down 2x4 (I think down to 1 1/4” or so). I recommend glue and screw the filler piece for sure. Paint the panels and shelves after you’ve cut them and before you assemble them. All the pre-finished edges of the door will become the front facing parts of your closet system and the filled in hollow parts go against the wall. You can fasten it to the wall with “cleats” that also tie two panels together. It’s midnight now but if you want I may be able to draw up a quick sketch for you tomorrow. You can probably get this closet decked out for about 60 bucks worth of doors and a little elbow grease. Should take about a day or two depending on your skill set. You might also see if the are any apartments or motels getting remodeled in your area, you can probably get the doors for free in that case.

This sounds very interesting to me. Are you trying to stain the fabric on your bench to match the table? I would test a piece of fabric and find out. You can paint the fabric on your bench to change the look. I have done that a few times and others have posted here about doing it as well. As for using stain, because it has such strong fumes, I could see that being a problem but Im not sure. Just intrigued.