How to update this fireplace/storage wall to be more MCM
Brittney E
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Another update on mcm landscaping :)
Comments (79)I'm just now seeing this post. Seeing pics of your many birds and hearing about their antics has been enjoyable, although I feel for poor little Scout. I hope that you'll continue to keep us posted on them all, as I'm a huge lover of birds of all kinds. I'm loving the landscape progress, too. Regarding Xeriscaping with rocks, gravel, etc. It gained great popularity here in New Mexico, as it did in many other arid and semi-arid locals across the Southwest, back in the early-Eighties. This was when I was studying to become a Master Gardener. I still recall many of my instructors telling us that people would soon see "the dark side" of using rock as mulch in their xeriscaped yards. And we did. On one hand, it's very practical, but even with the best weed barrier put down underneath, you'll end up with weeds within a year. That's because the wind will always blow dirt in, which settles down between your rocks, gravel, etc., thus creating a good environment for many weeds. The heat from our intense southwest sun is absorbed by the rocks, gravel, etc. It can easily create an environment too hot/ harsh for many flowers to do well, but our feisty, tough SW weeds seem to thrive on it. Yes, the accumulated dirt may be shallow, but those tricky weed roots can easily grow sideways to take hold. So then you're stuck with what to do with the accumulating dirt between the gravel, etc. You can, of course, pull out the weeds as they sprout, but you'll eventually need to shovel up the rocks -especially if you're using gravel or the crusher fines- get rid of the accumulated dirt around them and start over again. Gardening here in the Southwest can be trying, to say the least! I've used the crusher fines. I've used larger rock. I've left the dirt exposed. There are pros and cons to them all, but you end up with weeds, regardless (LOL). What works for me here is to forego the weed barrier and just use several inches of treated bark mulch around my plants. The blown in dirt just drops down to the dirt below. I add more bark on top every couple of years. It works for me, But regardless of what you go with, invest in a good narrow headed, long-handled weeding pronged rake for working around your cacti. The breezes and winds also blow in trash that is much easier to pull out with the right tool. Those cactus spines are vicious!...See MoreBest wall color with dark pallet wall and fireplace update
Comments (4)ok,,but can't we see the room? I understand the pallet wall isn't in yet, but it would be nice to see the actual room layout. whats on the floor? what furniture is in there? hows the lighting? lets see the actual fireplace in the basement. BTW, I love this black fireplace you've done in your living room. great colors. If I may make one suggestion? remove that white mantle, it's too traditional looking, and replace w/a wood one stained dark like your pallet colors something like this. this wood looks way better than that white something around this size (if you could find a nice piece of walnut, it'd be perfect) Here,,I photoshopped it for you so you can see and more of a reclaimed piece...See MoreMCM home master bath update ideas
Comments (15)Hello all - we closed on the house this week so was able to spend more time and discovered that the counters are actually much prettier in person. I had my contractor take and look and he said to switch those out would be a major job - might as well redo the whole thing. I also realized the color of the cabinets don't go with either the floor tile or the counter - they are closer to a blue. We can remove the doors and get those spray painted a different color. Any suggestions based on this photo and the previous one? Was thinking a light grey - or even an ivory. There is a large cabinet to the right that isn't pictured in the same color as well as a desk in the small room connecting the bathroom and bedroom. I don't have an issue with the color for the home office. Will have to paint the walls too but will do that anyhow with a new mirror and maybe lighting. Thank you!!...See MoreRed Fireplace needs updated. How to make room look more spacious?
Comments (1)Painting the fireplace will definitely modernize it. I painted a fireplace recently and think it turned out nicely. The fireplace is white and the walls are light grey. Was going to replace the fireplace screen but decided to clean it up really well and stripped off the brass inlays that were on it. Have never been a fan of tv above fireplace but have to say, it works quite well. I would suggest a rug in your room to anchor whatever furniture you decide upon. Would also suggest painting the wood trim in your room. Natural wood trim may make a comeback but for me it really dates a room. Good luck and please post after photos!...See MoreCelery. Visualization, Rendering images
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