Avoid the cost of real stone by using a faux finish technique to create the look of aged stone and rock. Apply light-weight joint compound to a home's walls to mimic textured stone. The joint compound can be painted a variety of colors from charcoal gray to chocolate brown. Adding the plaster to the wall is time consuming. Plan accordingly for the project. Don't forget, the faux stone wall is a permanent finish and cannot be removed. Does this Spark an idea?
Paint a Music Staff on Your Wall
A music staff has five black lines running horizontally, and a number of lines running vertically, spaced evenly to create the sections called bars, or measures, of the staff. The height of the staff is separated by the horizontal lines, which create four sections. The horizontal lines and spaces are where the notes of the song are placed. At the beginning of each song there is a symbol called a treble clef and numbers, which are the time signature. Does this Spark an idea?
Build a River Rock Wall
River rock walls are built by stacking rocks and securing them with layers of mixed cement. If you build one against a slope, you must provide access for water runoff by inserting pieces of drain pipe behind the wall and back-filling with pea gravel and soil. It can be a back-breaking task, but if you're in good shape, you should be able to build a long-lasting and beautiful rock wall. Does this Spark an idea?
Decorate With Brown Paint
Brown is a warm, neutral color that works with a variety of color schemes and decorating styles. The shade of brown on the walls coupled with your decorating style will determine the best color scheme and decor for the room. Create a room that feels comfortable to you and includes some of your favorite things. Use rich, dark browns for elegant decor, a modern feel or to contrast with bright colors, such as sunshine yellow, lime green or turquoise. Lighter browns, such as beige, can work with simple, rustic decor or set the background for you to change the room's decor as often as you desire. Does this Spark an idea?
Create a Wooden Wall Sign & Plaque With Cricut
Home décor and accessory shops are full of wooden plaques and signs featuring funny or inspiring words and phrases or images to coordinate with your décor. Depending on the shop, the size of the item and whether the item is custom-created, these signs can cost up to $50 each or more. If you have a Cricut Personal Die-Cutting machine, though, you can create your own personalized wooden plaques and signs in styles and colors that match your taste and color schemes for a fraction of the cost.