I finished our little screen porch makeover!
I wanted to update the porch using elements from the inside living space to better connect the rooms.
Here’s the inspiration board I put together for the porch. Putting together a board helps me stay on task when I’m making over a space, as you’ll see, I allow myself wiggle room when putting things together, but overall I stick with the plan! (HERE is the info. on the items on the board)
The first thing I did was pick out a Behr Paint color for the drop leaf table (with a little help from my friends at Behr). The table had to stay. I love her character and she folds out to accommodate 6 for dinner! (HERE is the post about the gorgeous Behr Paint color!)
After researching floor options and deciding that for now, they were all outside of my budget, I decided to try whitewashing the old deck floor. While picking up the paint for the table at Home Depot, I talked to a helpful paint specialist about the Behr Semi Transparent Stain…HERE is the post all about this easy whitewashing technique ~
I had some of the Behr Semi Transparent Stain left over so I did a little whitewashing on the rails…I love the way just a little stain brightened up the space…HERE is the post about whitewashing the rails~
My easy DIY Grapevine Orb Light was a fun project…(HERE)
The light blends with the outdoor feel of the room…
And it makes such a dreamy glow at night and in the early mornings when we are up before the sun having our coffee and quiet time! (The DIY light is HERE)
The makeover was on a small budget but I did order a couple of key pieces that I truly love…
First this Terra Cotta Whitewashed Garden Stool from The Home Depot Online… I absolutely LOVE this piece! We use it between our comfy chairs and it’s perfect! The finish is absolutely dreamy, I actually keep thinking of places I could use it in other rooms! (the chairs are swivel rockers, Martha Stewart- from the Home Depot!) (find the Garden Stool HERE)
The other thing I ordered was the scrumptious rug. I got it from Overstock and if you’ve never ordered from there…ya gotta! They are really less expensive and have a HUGE variety of all-things-home and their shipping is super quick! The rug was my inspiration for everything else and honest guys…I’ve never loved a rug more 🙂 (Here’s the rug)
The clock on my inspiration board was great but it was $80.00! Even the less expensive ones I found were out of my budget because I was out of pennies! So I made this one from old pallet wood – it was the easiest clock EVER! (Clock Tutorial HERE)
The porch came together on a smallish budget and although The Husband growled a little when I told him my plan to make over the porch, he TOTALLY loves it!
I mean loves it so much he’s said lots of times…“I”m glad you did all this to the porch”… score!
I added a chippy bench from the bedroom…it’s a nice place for plants and when someone comes over I just sit the plants on the floor and the bench is perfect for extra seating! (We thought about an outdoor love set here but I didn’t want to bscure the view!)
We have coffee out here in the early mornings and several evenings a week we have dinner on the porch!
Oh, and isn’t that a beautiful planter!? It’s from Target~
Here’s the view towards the inside of the house…and in this photo you can see my little DIY Succulent Wreath...she’s ever-so- happy on the porch 🙂
Here’s a before and after…
It’s so much fun to work on an outdoor project after a long winter!
UPDATE***
Here’s the screen porch this spring…(2015)
Do you have an outdoor area that you love? What makes it special?
Sending you outdoor love today my friends ~ xo
Linking with Simply the Best Summer Edition
Jodi Blackmon says
June 2, 2013 at 10:27 pmIt turned out beautifully! I absolutely love the colors, and your side tutorials. Fabulous job!
Xo
Jodi
Robin says
June 3, 2013 at 10:07 amJodi, thank you Honey! xoox
Grace @ sense and simplicity says
June 2, 2013 at 11:12 pmGorgeous. I can see why you have been using it so much – it looks totally comfortable and cozy.
Robin says
June 3, 2013 at 10:08 amGracie, thank you bunches!!! xoxo
Pinky says
June 2, 2013 at 11:14 pmCan you tell me where you got the drop leaf table???? Is there a paint I could use on a wooden table that would hold up OUTSIDE and not protected, like your porch is. We are going to build a deck and patio. The deck will be small so I would LOVE a drop leaf out there for the 2 of us that could open for guests. Your porch looks AWESOME! Glad Mike is happy. Oh, and also, what is the source for the 2 pots on your inspiration board? Thanks so much. XOXO, Pinky
Robin says
June 3, 2013 at 10:09 aminky we got the table at an antique market it was a disaster and it was cheap! I don’t think any wood with the exception of pressure treated would be completely safe outdoors…even with a good outdoor paint on it…I’ll go back and find the source for the pots and FB message you! xoox
Julia @ Cuckoo4Design says
June 3, 2013 at 7:03 amI know I tried to comment yesterday and will try it again now 😉
Everything looks great! I love that rug and totally agree about Overstock. They rule! My living room rug is from them as well.
Robin says
June 3, 2013 at 10:07 amJulia, for some reason your comments are just being sent to need-moderation. But they don’t disappear!!! Thank you! and I’ve gotta go visit you because I want to see your Overstock rug, I don’t remember it! xo
Diana says
June 3, 2013 at 7:19 amRobin the porch is wonderful, all the colors of nature. I love everything especially the clock!
marie says
June 3, 2013 at 8:10 amLove your porch, Robin! It is so you–I see why your hubby loves it. 🙂 We live in a wooded area, so we gave our screened-in porch a log-cabin feel using rich brown stains and we love it. I purchased a chippy sign at a craft fair that says “Welcome to the Porch.” I think screened-in porches are play-pens for grown ups. Enjoy! 🙂
Robin says
June 3, 2013 at 10:06 amMarie, I love love love it: Play pens for grown ups!!! So true! And the idea of a log-cabin feel is so inviting and cozy! My friend Julie has a log cabin and that would be perfect for her too! xoxo
Tom says
June 3, 2013 at 8:19 amLove this Robin…I hope to have a porch some day! Maybe the husband…ha! Blessings as you continue to create and share with your gifts.
Robin says
June 3, 2013 at 10:04 amthank you Tom…I’ll tell Mike you need a porch !!! 🙂
Julie Garmon says
June 3, 2013 at 8:46 amTalk about Porch Party atmosphere!!!! A-maaaaaaa-zing, Robin. I love every square inch!!! I could look at this forever~~
Robin says
June 3, 2013 at 10:04 amthanks Julie…come over let’s spend the day on the porch!!!! xo
Julie Garmon says
June 3, 2013 at 10:12 amWould love to, Robin! xoxo
Eileen says
June 3, 2013 at 10:34 amLooks fabulous, Robin! The colors blend nicely with all the trees around your backyard. I can imagine sitting there on a hot summer day with a glass of iced tea. Talk about relaxing!!! Now it’s time to just sit back and enjoy your beautiful porch! xxoo
Gina says
June 3, 2013 at 11:06 amLooks so inviting!! I’m sure you just love it!! 🙂
Carol at Our Sears Kit Home says
June 3, 2013 at 11:58 amThe porch turned out beautifully. I would use it as a sleeping porch sometimes if it were mine!
We have several porches here, but none are screened. Our sunporch is right next to the kitchen, so we do dine there regularly in warmer months, or out on the covered patio with the ceiling fan on!
Michell says
June 3, 2013 at 1:35 pmLOVE IT!! Where did you find that rug? I love the Ikat design and the colors!
Jane Carter says
June 3, 2013 at 7:05 pmWow! Looks fantastic! I’m sure y’all will enjoy many wonderful morning, days and evenings in such a lovely, nature-filled setting. I’ve got to get going on our back porch/covered patio. Have been slowly putting ideas together on a board in Pinterest and I think that is going to be very helpful.
bj says
June 6, 2013 at 4:12 pmWell, excuse ME while I FALL. IN. LUV…porch love, that is. 🙂
You have really made an adorable spot on this pretty porch. Love your colors.
Now, I am going to see how much that garden seat is…I would love to have it.
xo bj
Mary Cummings says
June 7, 2013 at 2:48 amI love your porch project! I am doing our back porch this year, too. I am just getting started, because a robin built a nest in my wreath I left out there and she hatched 4 baby birds. I had to wait until they left the nest before I could even set foot on my porch. I can’t wait to start (and finish)! Hope it is just half as pretty as yours!
Robin says
June 9, 2013 at 6:58 pmyou are so sweet Mary to wait on the little bird!!! xo
Recreate and Decorate says
June 7, 2013 at 9:00 amI love it! all of it but the lighting is my favorite!!
Robin says
June 9, 2013 at 6:57 pmThank you sweetie, I like the light too! 🙂 xo
Sharon says
June 7, 2013 at 11:47 amLooks so relaxing.
Julie says
June 9, 2013 at 1:39 pmAbsolutely love this porch! Found you on FB Connection. Going to share this on my FB page today, thank you for the inspiration! We have a porch, but no screens 🙁 Would love to screen it in one day. Have a lovely Sunday!
Robin says
June 9, 2013 at 6:55 pmThank you Julie, so nice to meet you! xoox
Erin @ DIY on the Cheap says
June 12, 2013 at 10:45 pmIt looks beautiful! You did a great job.
Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage says
June 14, 2013 at 9:03 pmI am utterly charmed! Your sweet space looks like something right out a country magazine. Looks like the perfect space to spend many prefect moments!!
Robin says
June 17, 2013 at 6:38 amShannon, thank you sweetie xo
Robin says
June 17, 2013 at 6:37 pmThank you sweetie xo
cherri hairston says
August 27, 2013 at 8:16 pmwhat are the dimensions of your porch..love it
Robin says
August 28, 2013 at 7:22 pmCherri, the porch is 18 x 18!
cherri hairston says
September 17, 2013 at 7:19 pmthanks for the dimensions I have an 8×24 deck that I would love to cover…yours is such an inspiration.I want to whitewash my deck and I know you can mix it yourself…How did you make your wash…the one I found said to mix hydrated lime mixture with a salt and water mix after it sets 24 hours….Thanks so much.
Robin says
September 18, 2013 at 12:56 pmCherri, I used a Behr stain, the info should be in the blog post. I’ve never made a homemade mix! Sounds kind of exciting though! xo
Cassandra says
July 4, 2015 at 8:05 amI LOVE THIS!!! GREAT JOB. I want one just like it.