Category: Living Room Ideas

Vintage Christmas Tree Makeover

For Katie Cleveland, the blogger behind Addicted 2 DIY, Christmas is not only a time to make new memories, but also a time to reminisce on old traditions. For this years Holiday Style Challenge, we sent Katie a vintage Christmas tree and let her do the rest. Check out how Katie embraced the past and transformed her... The …

Rustic Christmas Mantel

Stephanie and Megan, of Do It Yourself Divas, styled a three-ring wreath above their Christmas mantel for this year’s Holiday Style Challenge. From their DIY shutters to their perfectly decorated Christmas tree, their rustic, farmhouse décor captures the holiday spirit. Take a look at how the duo styled their Christmas mantle with holiday decorations from The... The …

Create the Perfect Christmas Morning Scene

Chari Herndon of Chic Home Style loves the holiday season. It was no surprise that she embraced the Christmas spirit and decorated her house to the nines for this years Holiday Style Challenge. Check out how Chari transformed her living room to make it feel like Christmas morning. Create the Perfect Christmas Morning Scene Christmas has been my... The …

Rustic DIY Shelving Unit

Ariel Nathan, of North Detail, knew she was in need of more storage. With boxes full of memories gathering dust, Ariel decided it was time to create a DIY shelving unit that would give her décor a home. Find out how Ariel built a beautiful rustic DIY shelving unit! Rustic DIY Shelving Unit After eight months... The …

A Fireplace Makeover Using Shiplap Appearance Boards

Use Home Depot’s shiplap appearance boards for your fireplace makeover like DIY blogger Amanda Hendrix from Love and Renovations. A Fireplace Makeover Using Shiplap I recently used The Home Depot’s shiplap appearance boards to give my fireplace a major makeover. I was pretty blown away at how simple it was to install (I’d consider myself... The …

DIY Modern Shiplap Fireplace Featuring Beachwood Boards

Create a modern shiplap fireplace in your home using beachwood appearance boards. Kristin Jackson from Hunted Interior gives you a step-by-step guide. DIY Modern Shiplap Fireplace Featuring Beach Wood Boards Sometimes good things come to those who wait. This just so happened to be the case when it came to the design of my client’s fireplace.... The …

Upgrade an Old Armoire for a Weathered Wood Herringbone Look

Check out how DIY blogger Adrienne Boswell from Chic California transformed an old TV armoire with a weathered wood herringbone pattern for her office. Upgrade an Old Armoire for a Weathered Wood Herringbone Look You probably have an old TV armoire or have seen one at a garage sale or thrift store recently. Most of today’s... The …

Renter-Friendly DIY Faux Fireplace with Smart Tiles

This DIY faux fireplace is beautiful and renter friendly! Jen Woodhouse, of The House of Wood, transformed her living room by adding a fireplace. Using Smart Tiles, Jen was able to create a the perfect look in no time. Read on to find out how you can use peel and stick tiles in your home. Renter-Friendly... The …

How to Install a Barn Wood Accent Wall in Herringbone Pattern

Shara McCuiston of Woodshop Diaries created a gorgeous herringbone barn wood accent wall in her home. Read more to find out how to get this look for your home. How to Install a Barn Wood Accent Wall in Herringbone Pattern Barn wood is so trendy right now. One great way to use it in your home is... The …

DIY Tile Fireplace Makeover

Joni Lay of Lay Baby Lay used these beautiful peel and stick tiles to give her tile fireplace a total transformation in just one hour. Read how this simple, refresh brightened up the whole living room! DIY Tile Fireplace Makeover I just finished updating my tile fireplace with Home Depot’s peel and stick Smart Tiles. The... The …

How To Hang Large Artwork

Hanging large artwork or photography in a space can add lots of personality and visual impact.  With the right hardware, it’s easier than you think. How To Hang Large Artwork Materials OOK Professional Picture Hangers Ladder (optional) Painter’s Tape (optional) Tools Hammer Measuring Tape Pencil Level (optional) Step 1: Mark Artwork Placement Once you determine... The …

How To Paint Your Fireplace

Painting your fireplace brick is easy, affordable and can create a stunning focal point for your room. How To Paint Your Fireplace Materials BEHR Paint (shown: Pink Mimosa) BEHR Primer/Sealer Painter’s Tape Drop Cloths Degreaser Rags Heat-Resistant Paint (if needed) Tools Wire Brush Gloves Roller Tray Set with Brush Textured Roller Cover Eye Protection Mask... The …

How To Hang Curtains

Attractive window treatments are an easy way to add an additional layer of style and sophistication to any room. How To Hang Curtains Materials Curtain Panels Curtain Rod Kit w/Finials Wall Anchors (if needed) Fabric Steamer (optional) Tools Screwdriver (or Cordless Drill) Measuring Tape Pencil Stud Finder Laser Level (optional) Step 1: Mark Curtain Height... The …

How to Build a Giant Pegboard Accent Wall

This giant pegboard accent wall is trendy and quite practical. For Rachel Metz, of Living to DIY, it’s an eye-catching accent wall to her office space. We could easily see it working in a kid’s bedroom, or casual bonus room. Rachel shows us the steps to follow so you can build your own pegboard accent wall... The …

How To Build a DIY Faux Fireplace with Extra Storage

If your home doesn’t have a fireplace, build a DIY faux fireplace! Ashley Basnight, who writes Handmade Haven, built her own faux fireplace. Not only is it cute and on-trend with its sliplap sides and limewashed faux brick, Ashley also included some extra storage space! Here’s her step-by-step tutorial. Build a DIY Faux Fireplace for... The …

New Decor Trends in Hardware: 10 Inspiring Mood Boards

Check out these mood boards based on new decor trends in hardware tones and finishes and how they’re combined. Your cabinet hardware– the knobs, handles, drawer pulls– is often the last thing you think about when you’re creating the look of your home decor. But cabinet hardware can play a major role in getting the The …

Family Room Makeover with a Mid-Century Modern Vibe

This family room makeover has a mid-century modern vibe that’s comfortable, welcoming and totally kid-friendly. The styling is by Alex Evjen, who writes the AVE Style blog. She explains how she focused on varying the shapes and textures of the various decor pieces to make her new family room visually appealing. A Spacious Family Room Makeover Life... The …

A Simple Guide to Painting a Stone Fireplace

Painting the textured surface of a stone fireplace requires a little more planning than your average painting project. But it’s not hard if you use a paint sprayer and you know how to prep for the job. We teamed up with Amy Osaba of Amy Osaba Design to show you what to do in this simple The …