The Final Flourish ~ Corbels

When I set out to redo the Library/media room over a year ago I wanted to introduce more architectural details into the final design. I set about doing this by applying onlays and moldings to the ceiling along with some faux painting to bulk up the crown molding. I also added decorative trim to the bookcases and doors. The final flourish was to add corbels between the the alcove and the larger sitting area. 

I ordered the corbels online from, http://www.architecturaldepot.com/, it is the same place that I purchased the onlays for the ceiling. In the picture below you can see a bit of the decorative ceiling onlay and one of the newly installed corbel's.

 I was very excited when they arrived...then a bit confused trying to figure out how to install them. I finally realized that it would require my drilling the holes for the screws to support them.

Yesterday, drill in hand I started in and I was very pleased and surprised that it went well and was so easily accomplished! I was so excited in fact, that I took these photos before I spackled and filled in the holes for the screws. And of course, although the corbels are white I still need to paint them to match the other white trim in the room.

 I think they add charm and interest to the space. There is a corresponding one on the other side.

Although you can't see it very well in this photo I backed the bookcases with damask wallpaper in the same color as the walls. You can also catch a glimpse of one of the model ships my Father made. I have another one in the bookcase on the other side

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This is about it for this room...although I still need to buy the new television that was the emphasis for redoing this room to begin with, then I can share with you the wonderful piece of furniture I was able to re purpose as a media center. I also need the glass knobs for the bookcase doors, for some reason I am having difficulty finding them and I have learned from experience that it is worth it to wait and get the right thing. After such a long time and so much work it is nice to finally have it finished...now on to other projects!

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