Paint Goes A Long Way

 I've always heard (and totally believe) that paint is the cheapest way to change a room. Usually you can knock out a painting project in a day or two, and the visional satisfaction is worth the achy back and paint in your hair. So when we first went to look at the Airstream, I had to look past the dark (and metallic silver) paint the previous owners had chosen. I knew painting the inside would be the first thing we would tackle because if I can do anything handy it's paint, and I knew it would make a huge difference. I originally thought we'd tape everything off and use a sprayer to paint, but after getting it here I realized that strategy would be a huge hassle and take so much time. So I dove right in using both 1" and 2" cut in brushes, and a 6" cabinet style roller. I started at the front of the Airstream and am currently working my way towards the back. 

Another before- note the silver, taupe, and dark brown paint

Before of the sitting area at the front

I chose white for the main color (Behr- Moderne White). In such a small space I knew it would open everything up and make it feel more spacious and open, and I also wanted it to help create a neutral space for whoever may be using it. White is so clean and goes with anything; it won't limit future design choices or changes and it won't distract anyone. I'm using a primer + paint from Home Depot in egg shell, and don't believe the lie that this paint covers in one coat.

White is taking over, slowly but surely

I'm a few weeks in, and my enthusiasm is waining. There is so much cutting in. Like for days. I'm pretty good at cutting in so I'm not wasting time with taping off, but most areas need 2-3 coats due to the dark colors or textures. I can't wait until this part of the project is finished, but the result is what keeps me going. What's finished has already made such a difference (along with pulling out old blinds and curtains). There's so much light, and it feels so inviting. When it's not 100 degrees outside, I can't wait to hide out there and enjoy my coffee.  

I've never loved white more