Black isn't just black.
We I've been studying the paint chip colours for ages now.We I've been thinking that our exterior paintwork is looking a bit weathered and flaky. It's been 15 years since our house was painted and that's probably way over the recommendation for longevity for even the best of paints on a house's exterior. Can't remember where the idea of experimenting with "the dark side" came from but now I come to think of it, we've I've added little bits ( and sometimes lots) of black inside too.
The top colour is similar to the overall colour of the bricks ( can't change).
It's been fun auditioning all the possibilities. I do struggle however, trying to visualise the finished product.
And a play with some black strips of Domino blu-tacked to one door and post.
Four generations......Bill senior, Joanne, Will and adorable baby Vincent.
The pansies in the old copper are still flowering....tough little things.
Sedum......thriving in the heat.
Queen Anne's Lace seed was tossed willy nilly all over the place and has popped up in the most unexpected places. The second photo is the chocolate version. There were only two germinations of that one but I find myself checking it every day. I adore it's subtle difference from the original and will definitely be collecting the seeds of that one.
Basil.....my favourite summer herb. The intense, clove-y smell is unlike any other. It wouldn't be summer without it.
I recently took some cuttings of artemesia, salvia, agastache, Russian sage and ornamental grapevine ( to plant across the front veranda when we paint the posts Domino!!!!) They are currently residing in the bath inside. It's the only part of the whole property that is cool and light. Everywhere else in this place right now is hot and light.
Can't wait to get these new bulbs in the raised beds up the back. Lots of them are new to me.
I could seriously lose my toes down these cracks. In fact it looks like something has already disappeared down this one.
Have a wonderful weekend everyone.
There's charcoal, slate, licorice, ebony, jet, onyx, murky...... and then there's all the blacks on the paint charts.
The selections are endless and overwhelming.
Who makes up all those paint names? Who thought of oolong?????
The selections are endless and overwhelming.
Who makes up all those paint names? Who thought of oolong?????
Of course there are certain elements that can't be changed ( well, they can be but not on our budget), such as the cream colorbond roof and the red bricks.
And lots of elements that can be factored into "the look", such as the plantings around the house, the colour of benches and pots, the colour of outdoor lighting etc
I can't help thinking that a darker trim on the house will give it a sense of being grounded, and blend in with the surroundings. Afterall, we take so many of our cues from Nature, an expert in colour blends.
So with all things considered, this is what we've I've decided upon.
The top colour is similar to the overall colour of the bricks ( can't change).
The second from top colour will be the colour of pipes and fixtures.
The third from top colour is the roof ( considerably faded now) and gutters (painted five years ago after the fire ).
The bottom colour will be the fascia, posts and window trim.
Which just leaves the front door. There'll be a bit ( or a lot) of mulling on that one.
It's been fun auditioning all the possibilities. I do struggle however, trying to visualise the finished product.
Anyway, it's just paint! It's good to have a new project though.
And just in case you're wondering..." what on earth is she talking about", here's the current scenario.
And a play with some black strips of Domino blu-tacked to one door and post.
We celebrated Bill senior's 91st birthday here a few weeks ago.
Four generations......Bill senior, Joanne, Will and adorable baby Vincent.
Sam's been busy.........
Bill and I had a lovely time at the farm in Dixie with these two gorgeous young men and the multitude of animals that call this piece of paradise home.
On the fridge at Dixie.....
Around the garden path.....( in spite of this ridiculous heat).
Ladybird, ladybird fly away home.....beautiful little creatures.
The pansies in the old copper are still flowering....tough little things.
Sedum......thriving in the heat.
Queen Anne's Lace seed was tossed willy nilly all over the place and has popped up in the most unexpected places. The second photo is the chocolate version. There were only two germinations of that one but I find myself checking it every day. I adore it's subtle difference from the original and will definitely be collecting the seeds of that one.
Basil.....my favourite summer herb. The intense, clove-y smell is unlike any other. It wouldn't be summer without it.
I recently took some cuttings of artemesia, salvia, agastache, Russian sage and ornamental grapevine ( to plant across the front veranda when we paint the posts Domino!!!!) They are currently residing in the bath inside. It's the only part of the whole property that is cool and light. Everywhere else in this place right now is hot and light.
Can't wait to get these new bulbs in the raised beds up the back. Lots of them are new to me.
I could seriously lose my toes down these cracks. In fact it looks like something has already disappeared down this one.
Precious little ones.....
Op shop find....$5. Vintage ceramics.
Have a wonderful weekend everyone.
Stay cool ......but I must say, a bit of rain wouldn't hurt.
Oh and don't hold your breath waiting to see how the Domino story plays out. It's all just me thinking out loud at the moment!
Great post as usual Helen. Very dry here too. 😘
ReplyDeleteForecast tonight said may be 10mm on Wednesday.......fingers crossed. Poor crabapple trees have even turned their toes up.
DeleteAnother awesome blog mum. I'm liking the "sand back to bare wood" idea for the front door with black trim. Would look pretty classy I reckon!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sammy.....yes, I'm thinking we'll start with that one too.
DeleteI agree with Sam about the front door! Great blog as always. Xx
ReplyDeleteThank you .........( unknown???). We may get a better idea of what to try when the rest is done. xx
DeleteCream door and dark grey trim the same colour as your shedding. Enough red brown in the bricks I think.
ReplyDeleteHadn't thought of using the cream Jo. The Domino colour is almost the same as shed colour Monument.
DeleteBare wood would be great too. Especially if the colour mimics the colour of surrounding trees. I have seen red and dark grey and cream used in the painting of a house recently cream used for the walls and red and grey for trim.
DeleteYes, agree. Can't change the red bit......it's the brick and needs to be considered as a " colour". I have seen what you described on Pinterest recently too. It looked fabulous. Your brain is working just as hard on this as mine !!
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