If you live in an apartment where you are charged if you hammer nails in the walls -- or if you plan to tear down a wall in your home soon -- then you may be wondering how you can decorate these walls economically and easily. Remember that temporary walls can be decorations in and of themselves if you use removable adhesive tabs, curtains and movable screens. Try to re-purpose items you already own to decorate your temporary walls, such as frames, photographs and artwork. Does this Spark an idea?
Give My Walls a Designer Look
Whether it’s a unique color choice or a well-proportioned piece of artwork, walls define how we interpret rooms. Walls unify and frame the elements which create a room: furniture, flooring, lighting and tables. Creating a designer look on walls takes a little personal creativity, most of which can be inspired from what’s already in a room. Choose colors and art for your walls based on your personal preferences for a room with a custom appeal. Does this Spark an idea?
Hang Stuff on a Cement Wall
Hanging stuff on a cement wall is simple with the right supplies. Brick hooks and Command Strips make the job as easy as hanging stuff on drywall. If you are hanging something that isn't too heavy, Command Strips may work best. If you have something like a heavy mirror or piece of art, use brick hooks. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate a Long Low Wall in a Family Room
A long, low wall in your family room might be the perfect divider to separate your staircase or office from the main room, but you may discover that decorating the wall can be difficult and even stressful. It's important to find the right decor for your long, low wall so that you not only emphasize the importance of your family room, but so that the room looks classy, modern and chic. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate Walls Without Using Pictures
Who says the only things you can hang on walls are pictures? Here are some ideas for alternative ways to snazz up the walls of your home. Does this Spark an idea?