I think the most unique & beautiful feature of our otherwise unexceptional
old house is the open stairway.
old house is the open stairway.
Visible from our front door,
it's basically impossible to miss!
Some folks would probably paint it all white - and I have seen and admired white
paneled staircases. Just can't bring ourselves to do it, though.
Some folks would probably paint it all white - and I have seen and admired white
paneled staircases. Just can't bring ourselves to do it, though.
Except for keeping it dusted (no small task),
it requires little else from us except to enjoy.
it requires little else from us except to enjoy.
(Oh, dear! After viewing these pictures, I KNOW I need to replace the floor lamp shade!
Any suggestions about shape & style?)
Wow, that is really lovely. A wonderful feature to have.
ReplyDeleteHugs ~ FlowerLady
I think you are right. It is beautiful...nothing grander than real wood!
ReplyDeleteThe woodwork on your stairs is really beautiful! The light fixture is also very pretty. A small drum shade might look really nice on the lamp, depending on the size of it. Perhaps a larger one would work.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Cindy
I think a drum shape WOULD be good, Cindy. I think I "made do" with this one when I found the lamp and have just overlooked it until I saw it in the picture...
DeleteLove your staircase; it is beautiful, Rebecca.
ReplyDeleteThank you for showing me the photos of it.
Love,
Jackie
Well Rebecca, your staircase is quite elegant. I think you should be on the lookout for a "Tiffany" glass lampshade, to match the grandeur of the staircase. Ohhhhh, that would look GORGEOUS. You never know when you might find one at an estate sale! Susan
ReplyDeleteYou're SO right, Susan! You never know :) And it WOULD be quite gorgeous.
DeleteI would not dare paint the staircase!! It is just beautiful and so very elegant! As for the shade, I agree a "Tiffany" would be so perfect.
ReplyDeleteSooo beautiful just as it is!
ReplyDeleteAnd as far as the lampshade goes, what about a drum shade?
Your stair case has a grand style to it....It would lose that if painted. not sure of what style of shade for your lamp but I think a linen fabric would look nice.
ReplyDeleteMy grandparents house had a staircase just like yours. When I saw it I could smell their house! Isn't it odd how things come back like that? The house has long been out of the family and then burned to the ground but there are so many memories!
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