I've just bought a 1950s house, there was this wee fireplace in the bedroom that previous owners tried to camouflage with emulsion.
People told me it was hideous and I should consider ripping it out. Well I like the idea of a fireplace and so with £40 (paint, edging, a carving and tile stickers) and about 5 hours
I've made something I think is pretty and a lovely addition to my dark green room.
I'm chuffed and can't wait to dress it with plants etc.
I dread to think how much removing it would have cost.
So I'm feeling smug ... it's ok to in this situation isn't it?