Day 3: Ta-da!

Day 3 Ta-Da! It's done!

Day 3 work was a repeat of 1 and 2.  We had to prep the new boards then glue and hammer onto the base.

Hanging It Up To Love

Our antique door-headboard

Last year we visited our local hardware store to inquire about hanging a 50 lb. stained glass door as a headboard. Since its 1) heavy glass and 2) above our heads when we sleep- dependability was a must! The hardware expert lead us to "Anchor Wire, Picture Hanging Systems". These systems are brackets that attach to the wall and the object to be hanged. So far, the piece has remained undisturbed!

You can find different sizes based on weight to hang. They usually run under $15 for brackets with all needed materials (screws, anchors).The best part- built in levels! The only downside is you do need to drill a bracket into your object which causes damage.  This is only a problem if you decide to reveal the wall side in the future.

Instructions for use: "Attached one bracket to wall using included mounting hardware. Ensure wall bracket is level with included level. Mount other bracketto back of object to be hung. Slide object bracket over installed wall bracket" 

Before and After Views- the, "Ta-Da"

                                   

Final thoughts: Anyone that says, "she should have made it bigger...". Yes, I agree. I got scared that it would be overwhelming and used the less-is-more approach when I should have gone H-U-G-E (had I listened to my project partner in the start it would be a foot taller and probably just right). Either way, we love it. The board colors are perfect for the industrial-farmhouse vibe we were looking for. It also warmed up the living room without needing to paint the apartment. All-in-all, I'll chalk it up as a success! Now on to the next story....