New year, new entryway y’all! If you have been around here for awhile, then you know I love our entryway space. My entryway table was actually a birthday present from my hubby a few years ago and I am obsessed with it. But, we thought it would be fun to do a little entryway refresh project.
We’ve been dying for another DIY project ever since we completed our downstairs fireplace. And we thought painting the shiplap in our entryway space would be a nice and easy way to start!
Plus, paint is always a good idea for a refresh since it’s not too expensive and can really change the whole look of a room!
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Why Paint the Entryway Wall?
You may be wondering why we even wanted to paint the wall since the white shiplap fits in so well with the farmhouse vibe I’ve got going on. Well, first thing is, that “shiplap” is not true shiplap.
It was previously done by the builders before we moved in. It’s just plywood that they painted and made to look like shiplap. You can also clearly see spots from the plywood seeping through as well.
My husband and I both haven’t been too happy with the look of it and were seeking a change. We want to also add in true white shiplap everywhere else in the living room eventually too.
But, we thought if we kept this fake shiplap wall white, it would look weird with the authentic white shiplap we will eventually add in.
So our solution was to simply paint the wall and have it be more of an accent wall than shiplap! I have always wondered what it would be like to have a darker, moodier wall in our home and now was my chance to find out!
This is what originally was our motivation to begin this little entryway refresh project!
What Paint Color Did We Choose?
You are probably also wondering, what paint color did we finally decide on for our entryway refresh?!
Well, after polling a few followers on my Instagram account, we decided that we really loved the Urbane Bronze color by Sherwin Williams.
This was actually the 2021 color of the year too!
We talked about doing a true black color too, but I was worried that it would look way too dark and be too much. This color, even though it’s darker, is not too dark and is still considered a nice neutral option.
I love the moody vibes it gives the space.
Things to Consider When Painting
I will say, I was not a fan of the paint color when it was wet. I was really worried about our choice after seeing it. But, thankfully after it dried, it looked much better in my opinion.
If you are worried about this too when painting, you can always paint a small area of the wall and see how it looks wet and dry. Also, this will give you a good idea of how it looks during certain times of the day and night as well too.
We didn’t actually do that though because we like to jump the gun and just go for it! Or otherwise, we’re just impatient! But either way, I am glad we went for it, because it only took us about 2 days from start to finish!
And, with this kind of paint, you just need to wait 3-4 hours before painting another coat on. We ended up doing two coats total, plus some touch ups.
Another thing to consider, since our wall had shiplap on it, the creases kept showing the white underneath no matter how many times we went over it with paint.
To fix this, my husband decided to go back through and simply add a line of black spray paint into the creases. Then, he just went back over it with some more Urbane Bronze and it looked much better!
Finishing the Entryway Refresh
After the paint was dry and finished, I was ready to style the space again! We kept everything pretty much the same, although I did add in some new wall sconces.
I thought the antiqued gold color really popped against the dark wall! But, of course kept the same entryway table too!
I love how the natural wood tone to the table really pops against the darker wall too. It looked great against the white, but I think it pops even more now with the Urbane Bronze, don’t you?!
I will also share more about how we installed these wall sconces later. We did not hardwire them or anything like that so stay tuned and I’ll show you my little hack for that coming up soon!
And I will show you where we ended up putting our old wall sconces instead too!
Well, what do you think of how it turned out?! I am loving it so far and it is such a dramatic change for me! Watch the whole process of before and after below:
I am usually more of a woods and whites girl, but this moody, dark wall is really speaking to me! Glad I ventured out of my comfort zone and decided to try it out!
I didn’t see the first entryway, but this one looks amazing. And I like the idea of changing it. Feels fresh going in and out of the house.
There is pictures of how it looked like before in this blog post at the beginning.
This looks great, I love how it came out! I also really like your hallway flooring
Another beautiful project Charity! I love this colour in your space. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! I love the color too!
Wow, I really like it. I agree I might have thought the color was too dark too but it came out very nice.
Pastor Natalie
Letstakeakoment.com
Thank you so much. I am glad you think so too
I love this decor; it’s beautiful! I wish I had an entryway to decorate as I love this colour scheme!
Thank you so much. I am so glad you liked it too!
Wow, seeing the before and after shots of this makes me super aware of just how much a new coat of paint can transform a room! I love the new color you picked out and how it elegantly changes the entryway into a lovely contrast of colors. 🙂
Thank you! Paint definitely can transform a room for sure!
That looks great! Nice work!
Thank you so much!
I love how you’ve painted your entrance hallway! It’s such a lovely contrast now (even though it was still lovely before). The table is gorgeous!
Awe thank you so much! I do love the table too!
I really love how this entryway turned out. The darker color makes it pop and the decor you chose is gorgeous! The lights are definitely my favorite part. I’m getting totally inspired to redo my entryway now. Thanks for providing great inspo!
Thank you! I am loving the lights too!
Loved this! It looks beautiful!
Thank you so much!
Oh my goodness, obsessed with your wall and that table is gorgeous!
Thank you! I think so too!
Love this! I don’t have an entry hallway, but I’d love to decorate one. It’s a perfect place to elegantly store jackets etc and to welcome people into your home. I think it’s often a underestimated part of the house in terms of possibilities.
Thank you so much. I really appreciate it!
I love the transformation! That paint color looks so good. And I love the clock and how that and the pops of gold look against the new color!
Thank you! I love how the gold pops too!
A beautiful transformation, I love how you have styled everything in your entryway hallway! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
Thank you so much Lucy. I appreciate it!
You always come up with good ideas for the entryway.
Awe thank you so much. I am glad you think so!
This is absolutely beautiful!!🤍
Thank you so much!
Haha. I so enjoyed reading this. Urbane bronze was among my favorite colors of last year. And I liked the gold finishes and wall sconces. Good idea of hiding the white peeking with spray from the shiplaps. Xx
Isa A. Blogger
https://www.lifestyleprism.com/
Yes! It is such a beautiful color for sure!
Your pictures are amazing and that little nook is so cute and cosy.
It’s great to read about other people’s home renovations.
Thank you so much. I am so glad you thought so as well
There is something about even the smallest pretty changes to a home that makes one feel good. And that entryway came out real nice!
Thank you! I think it did as well!
Love the design I would love some shiplap in my house!
Yes! I am a huge shiplap fan!
Oh this looks absolutely amazing! That colour is beautiful. Thanks for sharing, your posts always inspire me to do more in my own home x
Awe thank you so much. I am so glad it inspired you!
Aww I love it!! I’ve been nervous with wet paint color in the past but it always pulls through.
Yes it sure does thankfully!
The colour you chose for the hallway is quite nice. I quite like it. I can see why you’d have been drawn to a dark colour but agree hallways should be light and inviting.
Thank you so much. I do like the color too!
I absolutely love it. Very brave but good colour choice to make a bold statement. We also love that clock and the sconces too. Long may it hold pleasant memories and family times for you.
Thank you so much! It was a bold and kinda scary color for sure, but I am so happy with how it turned out!
I love the colour you chose for the wall. It’s beautiful. Very welcoming.
Thank you! I am loving it too!
Wow…that turned out amazing!!
Awe thank you so much! So glad you think so too!
I love the darker wall. I’m a big fan of darker wall paint. (of course, it’s gotta get balanced out, but….) The entryway looked great before, but your refresh elements raised the bar. Very nice.
Thank you so much! I think it does too!
Oh I absolutely love your entryway! I love the contrast of the dark wall and the lighter decor x
Thank you! I am loving the contrast too!
Oh I love this! The colour of the walls is absolutely stunning! I love the little added details too with the wooden effects and gold details!
Courtney x
c0urrtney.blogspot.co.uk/
Thank you so much. I am so glad you think so!
I like how the wall turned out and I LOVE your table.
Thank you so much! I love that table too! It was a perfect birthday present one year from my sweet hubby!
I love the entryway refresh! The darker gray is amazing I think, with your table and accessories.
Thank you, I am loving the new color as well!
I love the aesthetic of this! Came out very beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you, I am so glad you think so too!
Lovely renovation, I love love it! This has inspired me to take the action to re-do my own entryway! x Penny | whatdidshetype.com
Oh good! I am so glad it inspired you then!
You have such a great eye for decorating! I really love how you put the entryway table together!
Awe thank you so much! I do enjoy decorating a lot!
Wow, the transformation is incredible! I love the little seating area and rack in the nook; it looks so cute and cosy. 😊
I think the colour you chose is perfect, as you said it is a great neutral option that isn’t too dark. I like your tips as well when it comes to painting. The furniture and decorative pieces really pop against the wall now; it looks amazing.
Thank you for sharing this transformation. 😊
Awe thank you so much for your kind words. I am so glad you think so too!
This looks amazing! We are actually brainstorming our entryway right now. We want to do color because everything else is white. Where did you find that clock? I’m looking for one over my fireplace!
Awe thank you so much! I got this clock from Kirkland’s several years ago!
Great decorating choices!
Thank you so much. Glad you think so!