I finally took the plunge last summer to paint my cupboard after gathering enough courage and time to make it happen! I've loved this glorious late 1800's stepback fir cupboard for over 20 years, but have not been smitten with its over-the-top orange glow. Or the wood-burned detail on the lower doors. Have wanted to freshen it up with a coat of white, and knew if I did, whatever I perched on those shelves would be the star and shine. No more fighting and competition. Being surrounded by antiques all my life, I know what this means to its value, but we have an understanding and agreed to never part ways.
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