2012 Idea House: Farmhouse Restoration

These ideas from our first-ever renovation of a historic home offer inspiration for floors, ceilings, and everything else—including the kitchen sink!

Master Suite
Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Master Suite

Preserve the patina. 
The house's original pine floors were sanded by hand and then simply sealed and waxed for luster.

Keep paintings unframed. 
A piece of modern art is juxtaposed with rustic finishes used throughout the room.

Editor's Tip:
Gray velvet and a driftwood finish update the look of these classic spool chairs by C.R. Laine.


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