Okay, maybe our choice of flooring isn’t that surprising but it surprised me.
For over a year, I read magazines and pinned every floor that caught my eye, but this one never made it to the board.
It all began on a whim when we decided to “run in” to Liquid Lumbidators, as I call it, just to see what they had to offer. (This is like stopping by the Humane Society when you’re allergic to dogs but taking shots in hopes of one day adopting.)
Nothing stood out to me.
Until we spotted “Bull Barn Oak”. A few ideas began floating around in my brain while eying the sizable sample:
- Its pattern⏤white, gray, taupe, with a dash of mint and distressed⏤is sure to give the tiny space an older feel. Or at least that’s what I hope. With many of the windows being the efficient type, it needs a little aging. An antique mantel can’t carry that mission on its own.
- Because of the distressed pattern, the crisp white walls will be smooth and simple. Shiplap will crown the ceiling. The last thing I want is colors and textures vying for my attention when I walk through the door. Can’t we all just get along?
- This last point is sponsored by Brian’s sanity and delight. The entire floor (all 144 square feet of it) can be installed in one day. #bestdayever And, it was on sale, saving us hundreds of dollars. Let’s just say that’s quite the blessing at this particularly pricey point of the process.
{The picture doesn’t do the floor justice but it’s hard to control the lighting in a Lumbidator sort of place.}
I admit to having doubts whiz past me a time or two because I’d planned to use a solid color in hopes of making the tiny space seem not so tiny.
But for every doubt, a smile emerged as I imagined opening my door to this funky floor.
I’m not an interior decorator, I just know what I love, and it’s not very often we get to choose a “major” purchase based simply on delight. Will our choice of flooring look as I imagine when it’s installed in a couple of weeks? Maybe, maybe not. But it’s a risk I’m willing to take.
When is the last time you chose something based purely on delight?
Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 34:7
“At root, what God delights in about us is that we delight in him.” — John Piper
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What a great flooring choice for your Tiny House on a Hill Ms. Cathy and Mr. Brian. What could be more open than a barn? I think this “cool” color will match your other decorating plans nicely. Much better then the champagne-colored grout Diane first chose for our tiled kitchen floor all those years ago. (Text: “Honey, stop shopping and come home. I ain’t lettin’ this fella put down no pink grout in my house!” She won by the way, and it was beautiful, when it dried.) Not sure that I’ve ever chosen anything just for the sheer delight of it. I’ll have to try that one day. Great post, as always.
You always make me smile, J.D. 🙂 Thanks for the encouragement! I have a feeling I’d get along real well with your wife. Ha! Blessings, friend.
Delighting with you! I love your whim 🙂 Ice Cream. I recently purchased a Summer Berry Blizzard just for the pure delight of it…with a sprinkle of rebellion!
Are we related in some way? If you’re gonna rebel, let it be ice cream every.single.time. 🙂
Hi Cathy, I love the flooring. I am no interior decorator either. I know when I see it kind of thing. This delight you speak of, thank you! Your post is timely. Sharing the quote from Piper with myself and a few others. May God bless your tiny house and your big heart, Julie
Piper’s quote spoke to me as well. His timing is always perfect. So happy you like the flooring! 🙂 Thank you for taking the time to share. Blessings, friend.
I absolutely adore your flooring! It is perfect! It speaks peace to me…Excellent choice. LOVING my devotional book while on my residency/retreat. Ahhhh.
PS I think your choice will hide dirt…:)
Oh, thanks so much Angie — both for the floor feedback, and especially the devotional book. When you pour your heart out on a page nothing means more than to know someone else “got it”. It sounds like you’re enjoying your residency. *smile* 🙂
Love the floor!
Thanks for taking the time to share this with me, Jennifer! It’s nice knowing I’m not alone. 🙂 Blessings!
I’m learning to choose things by the delight they bring. Thanks for the encouragement to carry on.
Hopefully Helpful Hint: if you have any hesitation once the floor is installed, give it time and see if it doesn’t become comfortable.
(spoken by a woman who learned that tip when a turquoise wall became her favorite)
It’s definitely a helpful hint, Sandra. 🙂 I figure if it feels too busy I can always lay down a solid/neutral rug since we’re talking about such a tiny space. Thanks for taking the time to share. Blessings to you! 🙂
LOVE the flooring!! It is so nice when you get to pick something simply because you like it, instead of having to go strictly by your budget.
And it’s even better when you pick something you like and it’s cheaper than expected. Woohoo! 🙂 I’m glad you like the flooring. Blessings!
Perfect, Cathy, warm and inviting and very homey. I also think gray would look grand on the front porch. I’m so excited about your tiny house. What a treasure of memories in building it and the memories yet to come. Blessings!
You know, Barbara, that’s a great thought. A gray porch floor wouldn’t contrast too much with the interior flooring. 🙂 Thank you for the sweet words. I sure hope to see you at Blue Ridge next year. 🙂
I love it too! How relaxing it will be!
Awww, thanks so much, Debra!! 🙂
God paints the way as we listen and trust Him. Making an unplanned stop at ”Liquid Lumbidator’s” sounds like He has led you to a hint of seasoned color to keep your place grounded in remembering seasonal color changes in life. May the floor be a path way of inspiration for you in your writing journey. Write on.
I love how you put it, Carolyn. 🙂 Thank you!
Oh, can’t wait to see it when it is finished! Glad you found something you like so well…I’m sure it will turn out fabulous : )
I can’t wait to show it to you! Thanks for the confidence. 🙂 Blessings!
I love your choice! The find was definitely serendipity for you!
Thanks so much, Candace! I think so too. 🙂 I appreciate you taking the time to share. It means a lot. Blessings!