Some of you have seen our breakfast nook shelves via my Instagram feed, but I thought they were worthy of a formal blog post so here we go!
The minute we signed a contract on this house, I started thinking about what I wanted to do with the massive wall in my breakfast nook. While I did not know exactly what I wanted to do...I had a good idea of what I did not want to do. I did not want anything "typical", I wanted something really different.
I happened to come across an amazing apothecary style shelf and it became my starting point for the wall. Over time, I just started adding elements (vintage inspired sign and chalkboard) and then decided some open shelving would complete the look. Our kitchen has double stacked cabinets so I needed something that would make a big impact and balance out the tall cabinets. So here we are a few months later with a completed kitchen nook wall and I have to admit that I really do love every part of it! I love that it is very different, that is incorporates different elements and that I can change it up with new accessories when I need a fresh look!
Here is what we used:
1 pine board cut in half from Lowe's (they will cut it down to the size you need which is a huge help)
4 brackets, I selected these: EKBY BRACKET
Stain, I selected this one: BEHANDLA BLACK
Paint brush (hint: I buy mine at the Dollar Tree and toss them when I am done, stain is hard to rinse out)
Total cost: under $40!
This was the easiest project I have ever done...simply "paint" the stain on (no need to even wipe it down) and let it dry. Wait at least 24 hours for it to dry completely and install! I couldn't believe how simple this way!
And now for the big reveal....
A close up of the stain color... although it says "black" it is a very dark brown stain and matches our floors perfectly!
The view from our living room:
As I mentioned before, I am so pleased with the way they turned out that I already have another shelving project in the works....cannot wait to share it with you!
Linking up here: Tatertots and Jello
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Love these easy shelves! I plan to do these in my new home. Thanks for sharing! (I found you through PTMT)
ReplyDeleteI just made some for our living room since I loved these so much! They are so easy to make and can go anywhere! Have fun with your project!
DeleteI like to make my own shelves too. Great idea to install some shelves in your nook.
ReplyDeleteHi! I am bought the exact supplies you suggested and the stain seems more like a grey? Does it dry a deeper brown? Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteWe used the stain above and it turned out a dark brown color! Hope that helps!
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ReplyDeleteFor the bracket, is it the 11inch or 7 1/8inch? Also when you have them cut the pine board in half was that all the cutting needed? are they each 4 feet long? Thanks in advance :-)
ReplyDeleteI used both sizes in different rooms. It is really a personal preference as to how deep you want them. We had the wood cut to fit our specific spaces so I would measure and have it cut to fit your space! Hope that helps!
DeleteThank you so much for responding so quick! I love everything on your blog!
DeleteWe are going to be using this in our dinning room with a huge open wall and faulted ceilings. I guess since you say you used both sizes I should go ahead and get the bigger brackets but with that being the case do you have a recommendation for the size i should get the pine cut to? I am so sorry to be such a pain. I just absolutely love exactly what you have pictured.
The pine boards are already cut to a specific depth. I would take the brackets with you and sew which depth works best, then just have them cut for the desired length that would work in your space! When you get to the hardware store, you will see what I mean! :)
DeleteWhat is your wall color? Love the shelves!
ReplyDeleteOur walls are al all a custom mixed color from the builder. Sorry that is not much help!
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