This Secondhand Score Went from “Lackluster” to Full of Character and Color — in Just One Afternoon
Some of the most impactful DIYs can also be some of the simplest. And who doesn’t love the instant gratification of a quick project?
As real estate agents, interior designers, and all-around creative folks, Ashley and Jamin Mills see the potential in just about any space — and just about anything in it! So when they spotted an online listing for a secondhand antique wine bar, they knew it could become stylish poolside storage for their Nashville home. With a little twist, of course.
“Our pool area is a really fun place, and we love pieces that are high-functioning with a lot of character,” Ashley and Jamin say. “This piece had a fun shape but was a little lackluster in personality.” They decided to paint it a color with major presence: Stops Rust Custom Spray 5-in-1 by Rust-Oleum in Satin Sapphire.
Custom Spray 5-in-1 has a clever adjustable dial with five spray settings for a smooth application, whatever the project. Ashley and Jamin used the #5 Horizontal Fan setting, which is designed for tall items, on the cart’s legs and frame.
To get even coverage on the shelves, they switched to the #4 Vertical Fan setting, which is designed for long, flat surfaces.
“Stops Rust with Custom Spray 5-in-1 is the first spray paint in a can we’ve used that was truly user-friendly and simple,” Ashley and Jamin say. “The multiple options are specifically tailored to the use and job that you need. The results were smooth and satisfying.”
“Satin Sapphire is a beautiful jewel-toned blue, and we love all the possibilities with this color. It brought a new dimension to our fun-filled backyard.”
Ashley and Jamin Mills
Now that the makeover is complete, Ashley and Jamin have a stylish place to stash towels and sunscreen (and serve a round of poolside cocktails).
“We’ve only had it a week, but anyone who comes over asks about it,” they say. “It’s a great example of how a fresh coat of paint can give something an entirely new life.”