We love our Emtek Hardware + A Giveaway
Does your front door say: welcome, I’m glad you’re here . . . come on in?
I’ve always been big on curb appeal. The minute we buy a house, I’m planning ways to improve the first impression the house makes on a person. I want it to look beautiful and evoke that feeling of welcome. I want that first impression to say, “come on in…this house is cozy.” Some changes were needed to get that welcome feel. We changed out the lights for these, added a new doorbell, a mailbox and used our same planters all from Rejuvenation. Then there’s the door and hardware. Emtek has always been our choice of hardware for everything in our house from cabinet knobs and handles, door knobs to the front and back door hardware. My style has changed over the years and Emtek has always had the perfect selection. This is our fourth house where we have used Emtek hardware. You can find it at your local builder supply by using the Where to Buy search tool. keep reading for the giveaway!
Emtek Door Hardware
The original door (shown in before photo below) was in terrible shape. I loved that it was 3/4 glass like our New Canaan home, but this house sits street level and isn’t as private. Since the door needed to be replaced, I decided on a one-lite clear glass over raised panels. We also used the same door, (slightly smaller) on the back door with the same Emtek hardware. We purchased the Brosco doors through Rings End in Darien, CT.
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The Before – (Real Estate Listing photo)
We could see potential when we bought our current home, but it sure needed some love. The dark green trim made it look more like a home you would see in the Adirondack’s rather than a beach community. We knew right away that we wanted to lean into the natural shingles and go for more of an East Hampton cottage look. The original sconces on the home were placed too far away from the door and were more of a craftsman style. We replaced them with the Carson Wall Sconces from Rejuvenation. Brent was able to move the wiring so the new sconces were positioned closer to the door. We matched the stain by mixing a few together…and surprisingly you can hardly tell.
And After – (today)
The ceiling and porch floor were stained dark almost to match the house and it just seemed like too much dark stain. We painted the ceiling white like the trim and then stained the porch floor black for contrast. It’s a little harder to keep clean because it shows dust, but nothing a leaf blower can’t take care of in about 3 minutes! During the summer months we hose off the porch every weekend and a few times a year we power wash it to keep things looking fresh.
Annie,
You have an eye for beauty! I adore what you have done to transform your beach home!
Thanks you Elizabeth!
Annie the transformation is incredible! Amazing what paint, hard work , and a creative eye can do to freshen up a space. So inviting 😊
We are in desperate need of new front door hardware for our 90 year old house…would love to dress her up with a new Emtek entry system! Have been admiring them for a long time!
Wow—this transformation is stunning and the door hardware really elevated the look!
Good looking set!
Oh gosh, I didn’t realize you have a four square now! We love ours. What year was this one built? We just finished some big projects – insulating attic, new metal roof, gutters and painting the exterior. Narrowing down exterior light fixtures – love the fixtures from your New Cannan house… New hardware on the front door would be the finishing touch.
1922! What about yours? I always forget that it’s called that…don’t know why!
1908
metal roof! I have always wanted A metal roof…I’ll bet it’s beautiful sounding in the rain!
Depends on how hard sit’s raining 😉
Amazing transformation. Love your front porch! So inviting.
Everything looks beautiful! Your house is charming inside and out.
Thank you so much for the fun opportunity! I would love a new Emtek set on my 15 light black wood front door!
Your home looks so great! You have the best taste!
The door hardware is like jewelry. It’s the finishing touch and makes the door! Our old door could some new jewelry 🙂
I’m in need of a new lock – like yesterday! I’ve looked several times, but I always get overwhelmed by the types available.
What a transformation Annie! I love a shingle style house but talk about wow!! You have such an eye….and you look adorable in that picture!!
Gorgeous!
What an amazing giveaway!!! Our house is very old and the locks always stick! Now that our son is almost 13 we’d love to have a keyless from Emtek on our back door so he can let himself in after school without worry. Excited for this chance!!! 🙂
Looks beautiful!
Amazing before and after! You restored it beautifully with your amazing eye for detail!
what i love about you annie is that you never overlook the details and we all know that’s where the beauty is. just wonderful seeing your home and all those small touches that add up. plus you are such a natural beauty and i love your everlane outfit! xth
Thank you Janet! xoxo
Amazing transformation, Annie!!
Absolutely beautiful transformation! I love your style. Keep the posts coming.
That white paint changed everything! So beautiful!
thank you Nicole!
My biggest thing is safety, I have two young children. When we moved into our current home it was a Reno as well. Changing the doors was huge for me. These locks seem amazing and didn’t even know they existed until now! Your home looks incredible!
I drool over emtek’s entire feed! Our 70’s slab door is the next refresh and of course the doorknob started to break yesterday. Guess it’s time to speed up the process. Your porch is lovely, well done!
Thanks Heidi!
OH< It's YOUR HOUSE OF TODAY!
WONDERFUL……………….sounds like YOU have a handy husband TOO!
I bet the trees are turning back there…………….YOU MUST LOVE FALL?
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it’s very beautiful at the moment…I only wish fall would last a little longer. I’m not ready for winter. So happy to hear your power came back on today!
I love your front door. I also love the changes you have made to your home.
Thank you Jessica!