The bedroom is expected to be the most comfortable and relaxing, yet most personal room in the house. Choosing wall colors becomes a challenge because different palettes, tints and tone combinations can provide various effects, some of which may not be what you imagined. These simple steps and guidelines will help you narrow down your options. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate an Empty Frame on the Wall
Empty frames can become whatever you want them to be and match any style you choose to decorate with. Empty frames can be empty picture frames or an empty space framed by molding on the wall. The way you display and decorate the frame should complement the decor, style and colors in the room. Use the empty frame -- or frames -- to become the focal point in the room if the piece inspires the rest of the decor in the room. Position the frame so it's the first thing you see when you enter the room. Does this Spark an idea?
Build Halloween Props of Faux Stone Walls
Disguise a regular interior wall to create the appearance of a dungeon or torture chamber for your Halloween decorating. Foam board allows you to easily create this look without power tools or heavy lifting. You can order large sheets of foam board online or purchase several smaller boards at a craft store. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Long, Narrow Wall Niche
Many contemporary homes have built-in wall niches -- ledges and recesses that offer opportunities for decorating. However, if a homeowner has never dealt with niches before, a long, narrow niche that was an attractive design feature during the sale may feel daunting when it's time to decorate. Think about how you want the niche to appeal when you pass by it or when a guest sees it for the first time. Here's the key fact to know: A niche usually should not be the focal point of a room; instead it should feel like a natural extension of the decor. Reducing the niche in importance to an area's overall aesthetic will make it easier to decorate. Does this Spark an idea?
Make a Partition Wall
Partition walls are used to block off a section of a room. These walls can be made of light wood, glass or plasterboards. They do not have a sufficient load-bearing capacity, so hanging cabinets on them is not advisable. Most often they are used to section off a working area, a storage area or a play area for kids. When properly positioned and painted, they cannot be distinguished from the real walls. Does this Spark an idea?