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Painted Hallway Candle Sconces

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I’m in the process of a hallway renovation. Yep, it’s about time I spruced up this space (we’ve only lived here for 7 years, but better late than never, right?).

Well I’m happy to say that the first projects on my list are now complete. The mirror that my cousin gave us for a wedding present is hung and I painted some old candle sconces to hang on either side.

hallway mini makeoverThe candlestick sconces I scored from Goodwill for $2 total. While I’m kinda in love with anything gold or brass right now, they just didn’t seem to go with the mirror so I thought a quick coat of paint could make them work in this space.

gold candle sconce makeoverI opted for a coat of Provence in Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. I kinda just slapped it on there and didn’t care if I missed a couple of spots since I wanted more of a patina look. Once the Provence color dried I added a coat of watered down Pure White to add some depth.

painted gold sconce candlesticksI scuffed up the edges a bit and hung them on either side of the mirror.

hallway sconce makeoverHere’s some detail shots…

painted gold sconce candlestickI have to say I’m quite happy I ended up adding the white wash on top of the blue. Really makes the color variations pop.

painted hallway gold sconce candlestick

painted sconce candlesticks

painted sconce candlestick

hallway sconce makeover

So what’s next on my to do list?

  • Hang mirror
  • Paint candle sconces
  • Install wainscoting
  • Hang family photos across from mirror
  • Change out light fixture

hallway mini makeoverLet’s just hope I can find some time this weekend to start on the wall treatments. Since we live in a one story ranch, the hallway is kind of a focal point leading from the great room into the bedrooms. I’m in desperate need of anything to liven up this space!

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  1. vmg206 says

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    They look amazing! I’m dying to try the ASCP.
    I found you today thru Monday Funday Linky Party, where I’m #418. I hope you will stop by my blog and leave a comment, too!
    ~ Megin of VMG206

  2. Emily Geleske says

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    I’ve been thinking about doing this same kind of treatment with the chandelier in my dining room. Is it any harder than using ASCP on wood?

    • howtonestforless says

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      It’s a little bit trickier. It won’t cover completely the first coat, but I wanted it to have a spotty, distressed look. Two coats would fully cover it though! Good luck to you 🙂

  3. Brandy says

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    The candle sconces look great, I really like the way you painted them. I bought 2 brass candlestick holders at Goodwill for a buck each and painted them with ascp in French Linen. It’s fun to redo/upcycle Goodwill finds!

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