If you have children, they have probably used your walls as a canvas for their creativity at some point or another. Ink on the wall is not easy to cover up and as tired as you are of looking at the ink on the wall, scrubbing it for hours doesn't work. You could use a poster to cover it or move a dresser in front of it, but you will know the ink is still there and ultimately must be properly dealt with. Even if you can't remove the ink from the wall, you can still cover it with paint. Does this Spark an idea?
Install Mosaic Wall Tile
Mosaic tiles are small, usually 1-inch-square or less, ceramic or marble versions of their larger tile counterparts. Because they are so small, mosaic tiles are supplied on mesh backing in pre-determined color patterns. These sets of mosaic tiles, usually 12 tiles wide and 12 tiles long, make easy work of a mosaic wall tile installation. The flexible sheets of tile will quickly cover a wall, providing a durable, easy-to-clean wall surface. Once you learn the proper techniques, you can transform your wall with mosaic tile over a weekend. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Your Own Wall Cling Decals
Homemade wall cling decals are a great way to temporarily decorate a space, such as an apartment or a child's room, that you may not want to paint or wall paper. Decals can be cut into just about any size or shape that you wish. You can create art deco swirls, a faux flower garden, trees with extensive branches or even spots to give your walls a funky, artistic feel.
Hang Carpet on the Wall
When hanging carpet on a wall, determine if it will be a permanent or temporary fixture, and if a large or small section of wall will be carpeted. Figure out what type of carpet will be hung, and what material the walls consists of, as different applications will require different methods. Using a staple gun to hold the carpet to the wall will ensure that it will stay in position, and that it can be easily removed. Staples from a staple gun will penetrate wood as well as gypsum board. Concrete installation may require glue or hanging hardware designed for masonry walls. Does this Spark an idea?
Make Fabric Wall Art
Decking out your new home with custom-made art you've created is not only fun, it's visually rewarding. Check out a few art books or home-and-garden magazines to get ideas for types of fabric and panel sizes. Think through where you want to place the artwork and how many pieces you'd like to make. Then, pick up your supplies and get creative. Visitors will admire your handiwork, and you can sit back, smiling proudly. Does this Spark an idea?