Walls, Ceiling & Floor Ideas
Plaid isn’t just for fabric. Bringing this classic pattern to the ceiling adds unexpected color, personality and a designer touch to any room. I’ll show you how to paint a plaid ceiling so you can create this custom look without spending a fortune. In my house, the living and dining room ceilings are stucco over…
If you want to update your house without committing to a long, drawn-out project, these weekend DIY home decor projects are a perfect fit. They are all simple updates that can completely change how a room looks in just a couple of days without spending a lot of money. I’ve always believed that your house…
Instead of paying for expensive wallpaper, learn how to make your own with these easy step-by-step instructions on how to paint DIY Chinoiserie wallpaper.
These wallpaper craft ideas and home decor projects vary from only requiring a scrap of leftover wallpaper to using up a whole single roll (or more). So you’re sure to find some ways to get that unused wallpaper out of storage and turned into something beautiful for your home.
Want to add some spice to your rooms? Get rid of that boring white ceiling! Check out these unique ceiling design ideas for easy ways to decorate the ceiling that are easy on the budget, too.
Paint your walls and ceiling the same color. You may be thinking, “Why would I do that? Wouldn’t it just look like one big, bland, monochromatic room?” But trust me, there are more than a few good reasons why this decorating trick has turned into a trend worth trying.
If you’re looking to add charm and character to your home, this step-by-step guide on how to install beadboard on a ceiling will show you exactly how to get a polished, professional look. Including the essential tool that makes the installation process so much easier.
These wallpaper ceiling ideas offer creative inspiration for transforming your bedrooms, dining rooms, hallways, bathrooms, kitchens, and living rooms with striking patterns and textures. By incorporating this trending design element, you can effortlessly add drama and interest to any space, making it a must-read for anyone looking to elevate their home’s aesthetic.
Learn how to wallpaper the ceiling to ensure your wallpaper stays secure while allowing for easy removal when needed. With clear instructions on preparation and installation, this step-by-step tutorial simplifies a traditionally challenging task, making it easy for any DIY enthusiast.
Discover a variety of elegant and timeless black and white bathroom floor tile ideas to enhance your home decor. These designs range from classic checkerboard patterns to modern geometric styles, perfect for adding a sophisticated touch to your bathroom.
It’s no secret that I love decorating ceilings. So I’m always looking for ways to add interest to it that are easy to install. Which is where learning how to install styrofoam faux tin ceiling tiles comes into play. They instantly upgrade any ceiling, take only a few hours to install, and don’t create any…
A room with 7-foot or 8-foot ceilings can feel a little claustrophobic. But with these low ceiling design tricks, they don’t have to. Learn how to make ceilings look higher and get rid of that closed in feeling without spending a lot of money. I have to admit that in some of the rooms in my…
Discover some easy ways to cover a dated popcorn ceiling without the mess of scraping it off. Learn about various options to transform your space with minimal fuss, including installing paneling, putting up fabric, or using ceiling tiles.
If your windows have an ugly view, or you need some privacy from the neighbors, a simple and easy way to fix it is to apply a removable privacy window film. It still lets the light in while completely camouflaging the view.
DIY fabric roller shades are a simple, streamlined and inexpensive curtain that doesn’t take up a lot of space. And they don’t require much sewing. Which makes them the perfect window treatment solution for many different rooms and decor styles.
Painting an ombre wall is a great way to add a touch of personality to any room and it’s easier than you might think. We’ll show you how to use a watercolor wall paint technique to create a nature-inspired ombre wall that will make your room look beautiful.
Fabric is a great way to add warmth and texture to a room. So it’s a wonderful option if you’re looking for a wall treatment that’s a little different. And depending on how much effort you want to put in, where you are installing it and how permanent you want it to be, there are…
To add a dramatic accent wall that helps to make the ceiling look higher, learn how to paint vertical stripes. Combining bold colors with a metallic makes sure the wall is the focal point of your room.
Looking for some wall painting ideas for your living room, hall, or bedroom? These DIY wall paint design ideas with tape are easy to do yourself, even if you don’t think you’re creative.
Have a boring, boxy room that needs something to make it look better? Adding architectural details (like moldings) is one of the easiest ways to add interest to a boring room.
Whether you want to create an accent wall, or you’re looking to spice up a whole room, paint is an easy and inexpensive way to go. These creative wall painting ideas will give you lots of inspiration for painting techniques you might want to try. Walls take up a lot of the visual space in…
In my house, all of the closets came with bifold doors. While they don’t take up as much space in the room as a regular door when they’re open, they do partially block the doorway. So I decided to do a door makeover and convert the bifold doors in my office to barn doors. It’s…
These DIY outdoor curtains are a cheaper alternative to drop cloth curtains and look like they are custom made. With an inexpensive outdoor curtain rod, they’re a great way to add privacy and shade to a deck makeover, gazebo or porch.
I have to admit…I have a love-hate relationship with tiling. I love the look of tile, but installing tile is one of those projects I really don’t like doing. However, it costs so much to get someone else to do it that I always end up doing it myself anyway. And after doing my share…
Whether you’re doing a whole scale renovation or just a mini makeover, adding new curtains to a room can make all the difference. But sometimes you want a window treatment that is clean lined, doesn’t take up too much space around the window and doesn’t cost too much to make. Learning how to make roman…
If you want the look of a metal scroll ceiling medallion but don’t want to pay the price, this DIY ceiling medallion tutorial will teach you how to make one at a fraction of the cost. I have a chandelier in my home office / den that I love. The only issue I have with…
Are you considering installing a floating wood floor in your home but are hesitant because you’re not sure how to do it? Don’t worry, we’re here to help. We’ll walk you through the installation process step-by-step. So read on and learn how to install floating engineered wood flooring on concrete like a pro!
It’s week 4 of my master bedroom update for the One Room Challenge, and this week is all about the floors. This is the last room in my house with wall-to-wall carpet and I am sooo looking forward to getting rid of it. With 2 cats and a dog, it is just too hard to keep…
I wanted a statement wall that felt fun and glamorous without the commitment or cost of wallpaper, so I grabbed some paint and made my own gold dot stencil. This simple DIY technique lets you create a custom metallic accent wall that adds personality and shine, and it’s easier to pull off than you might…
If you love the Scalamandre zebras but would like a less expensive option, try out this easy DIY zebra wallpaper tutorial. It uses stencils made on a Cricut to create a similar zebra pattern to the iconic wallpaper. As some of you may remember, when I was making over my master bathroom, I had a…
Need to remove some thinset from a concrete floor? You’ve come to the right place! We tried everything to get it off, and finally found the one solution that actually works! I can’t believe it! It’s already week 3 of the One Room Challenge makeover of my master bathroom! In every makeover, it seems there…
Now that I’m finished being sidetracked by my library mini-makeover, I am back to finishing up the details on the work area in my office. I thought when I put up the fabric roll storage rack originally that I would wallpaper behind it to match the inside of the panel mouldings in the rest of…
If you have been here before, you know that I live in a house that was built with absolutely no architectural details whatsoever. So every time I makeover a room, I try to add something that will create some interest for my boring walls. One of the easiest ways to do this is to create…
Like Wanda, I have also been working on updating my den / home office. Most people would say that there wasn’t anything wrong with this room to begin with. But I was a little tired of it and decided I wanted to add a more elegant look to the room. When I came across Farrow and Ball’s…
I have had many requests for the instructions on how to paint a gingham ceiling like the one that I did in my master bedroom and bathroom. This gingham pattern adds interest to the ceiling and looks so much like fabric that a lot of people ask if it is. Click Next to find the step…
To add the relaxing feeling of a garden to an indoor room, try painting a trellis with wisteria vines (or any other kind of vine that you like) to one wall of the room. I added this design to the end wall of my office and I feel like I’m in the garden (which is…
