"SonomaProducts.com" wrote in message
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I thought the only appropriate finish for Cherry was semi gloss latex
paint. Maybe I'm confused.

I am covering an existing brick fireplace and mantle so I am a bit
constrained. I also have a home that is not so upscale so I want to
bring in some class but not so high end that it is over done. I am
using some classic influences and holding the stacked molding down to
a minimum. I am using an MDF backfield to be CNC'd by my buddy to
match the shape of an archway I am constructing betewwn the living
room and kitchen to tie the things together. Here is a link to my
current design.

http://www.sonomaproducts.com/images/fireplace.jpg


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Nice design. That should be quite a bit of upscale.