Another little project for my studio room. I scored this somewhat pre-loved (read: very neglected) timber step ladder up at the tip shop the other day. I have been thinking for a while that I'd like something like this in order to reach the top of my wonderful shelves.
This little guy is great as he doesn't take up a lot of space and is tall as well.
My plan is to paint him a bright-ish aqua blue colour. What do you think?
Here are a few samples I picked up - I'm leaning towards the ones on the right.
These look a little darker than in reality.
Anyway, as a start I'll give him a sand, then once I've chosen the colour he'll need a few coats of paint and new cords to make him safe. Having concused myself falling off a ladder last year I am in no rush to do that again. He's a bit wobbly so at some point I'll need to level off the legs a bit.
Hopefully we'll see a little reno action in the actual room very soon.
Hope this week's a good one for everyone xx
Hope this week's a good one for everyone xx
Oohh, I have a similar old ladder in my garden crying out for some attention, so I will watch closely as you revamp yours. Love the colours you have chosen. Have fun!
ReplyDeleteIt's going to look very cute. I need something like that to reach my cupboards too.
ReplyDeleteThat's a fabulous ladder. I have a Water Beads colour swatch on my notice board...thinking about the back of my bookshelves! It's a very pretty colour. Look forward to seeing what you choose.
ReplyDeleteI think one of the aqua colours will look really good on the ladder. Nice find! Can't wait to see it!
ReplyDeleteJxx
Aaah cute! Aqua will look really great. Nice call. Look forward to seeing the finished result.
ReplyDeleteget Lyn to give it a once over first please, we don't want to read about a fractured head painted blue...k.
ReplyDeleteSo cute - love the aqua blues ... lol ... just read Kaite's comment ... good advice ;)
ReplyDeleteI like Water beads myself. It will look fantastic! Great find! x
ReplyDeletebe carefull! I know that your project will be incredibly cute. Can't wait to see
ReplyDeleteOh how exciting I think you have chosen the right shade. I love the ones on the right too. Will you show us the finished result?
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. I love little old ladders and I think one of those blues will be perfect.
ReplyDeleteKristine
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Great step ladder Sarah! I think it will look fabulous once painted. Can't wait to see it! xx
ReplyDeletecool step ladder.. it will looks so different once you give it a few coats of paint... great find..
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I am just loving that colour too at the moment. Step ladders are just so versatile, can,t wait to see the end result, cheers katherine
ReplyDeleteWow you are lucky to get such a treasure. I can't wait to see the finished result:)
ReplyDeleteGreat little ladder..I'm leaning towards the ones on the right too! Rachaelxx
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the aqua! Love it. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteHow cute! That will be a fun little detail for your studio room! I have the hardest time choosing paint. I mean, they are all so close in color but it does make a difference! ha ha. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteRachael
This will be so fun when it is finished Sarah, xv.
ReplyDeleteI love the colours you have chosen - I've always been a white/cream person and this year have fallen in love with these blue/aqua/turquoise shades - just beautiful. I can't wait to see the finished result!
ReplyDelete~Sam
What a great ladder - I LOVE IT!!! Will look fabulous painted and will really pop against the white cabinetry. It reminds me of an image I saw on Lona de Anna's blog the other day. Can't wait to see it painted (and made safe) xx
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