I didn’t get anything done over last weekend because Blake and I flew to Atlanta to surprise my parents who are both celebrating a milestone birthday this year, and to see our sweet niece and nephews (and their awesome parents, of course). Amazing weekend spent with family!

Week 4 of the One Room Challenge didn’t feel productive, but looking back, I’m happy with the amount of progress I’ve made. Having to remove the popcorn ceiling myself threw a little wrench into the timeline, but I think I’ll be able to make up for it. Progress is progress…right?

Ceiling progress

Last week, I removed the popcorn ceiling. This week, I had to fill in some spots with joint compound, sand down some spots I missed, and got the ceiling primed!

Even with just the primer on the ceiling, I’m extremely happy with how the ceiling is turning out.

I ran into a bit of a snafu when it came to the blue paint. I’d decided to use the same dark blue I’d used in the dining room for 3 reasons:

• I already have it (so it’s free)
• It’s perfect for the ceiling I’m envisioning
• It helps with continuity on our main level

As I started mixing it, I noticed it was lumpy. I continued to stir, but the lumps didn’t disappear. I decided to attempt using it anyway.

After a few swipes with the roller, it was apparent that it wasn’t a great idea, so I had to scrape off the chunky lumps and order a new gallon of paint (there went “free”) . I think I just didn’t seal it well enough, so…lesson learned!

I picked up new paint from Sherwin Williams on Friday during my lunch break, and then got one coat on the ceiling before we left for a quick turn at the cabin.

Priming, prepping and planning

In addition to the ceiling paint, I got tape on the walls to mark the line of where the blue ends on the wall. I also got the walls primed to start with a fresh slate.

Once the electrical is done (more below), I can start with the cabinets and moving the floor vent and making it a toe-kick vent. I got that measured out and have a plan for getting that in place.

Planned progress…

This week should be a bit more productive! I have an electrician coming tomorrow to install a new light (like legitimately cutting into the ceiling, splicing some wires, and connecting a new feature) and hopefully a couple of new outlets.

Once that’s done (and as long as the weather is nice), I can get started on the built-ins…finally!

Make sure you’re following along in my stories on Instagram to see how this week goes.