One of the very best parts of this holiday season is getting to see family and friends that you haven’t seen for a year — and part of the fun is hosting holiday guests! We decided to invite some guests of our own here to Remodelaholic for our very own special holiday guest series! And…
Faux Painted Brick Over White Fireplace contributed by Pretty Handy Girl This is the first in a five part series on renovating our living room: 1. Faux painting brick over a previously painted white brick fireplace (this post) 2. Lightening up a room in 5 steps 3. Painting decorative graphics on a wall 4. Preparing to Install Antique…
Faux Painted Tile Backsplash contributed by Sawdust And Embryos I know, I know… it’s Monday. But be of good cheer! We’ve got a backsplash to share! And we’re really excited about this one! Sarah’s been wanting a backsplash in her kitchen for quite some time, but with the business of life and having other projects taking…
Is there a paint that looks like wood stain? Yes, and we’ll show you the process to faux stain any surface using paint to look like stained wood. If you’re looking for a custom wood stain, read about our favorite color wash wood stain trick. If you’re refinishing furniture, read below to learn how to…
Hello there! Welcome to another week of Friday Favorites and Remodelaholics Anonymous! We love seeing and sharing great ideas — so send them our way! If you have a blog, you can link up below, and if not, drop us a line here or message us on Facebook. Are you looking for some new inspiration for your DIY projects? We’ve got…
If you’ve been looking around at DIY countertop methods in the last few years, you’ve probably seen many, many tutorials for painting faux granite countertops. Some methods use a kit you can pick up at a home improvement store, while others (like this one) use layers of daubed on paint to create the faux granite…
Faux Carved Wainscoting Using Paintable Textured Wallpaper contributed by Suzys Artsy Craftsy Sitcom When we moved into our house eight years ago, every wall was white. It was a total blank canvas. Which was exciting, but a bit intimidating too. Especially the entryway. The huge of expanse of white wall that went two stories…
Your bedroom is your sanctuary, your personal haven, the place where you unwind and rejuvenate after a long day. It should reflect your personality, your style, and your sense of comfort. While furniture, decor, and lighting play crucial roles in shaping your bedroom’s ambiance, the paint on your walls can have a profound impact on…
Planning to Upgrade Your Home Decor, but Overwhelmed by Paint Choices? Don’t Worry, We’ve Got You Covered! Let’s cruise through these 10 no-brainer steps the pros use to cook up some killer color combos. These easy-peasy steps will be your roadmap to picking out some wicked paint shades for your pad. Assess The Room’s Purpose…
Do you look at your furniture and sigh? It may be time to revamp it with paint. There are a variety of furniture paints to choose from when you get ready to tackle your project. The products are available in various colors and finishes, allowing you to get creative and showcase your personality. Furniture stores…
Learn how Linda turned her existing window into a faux stained glass window with easy to install leaded lines. It’s a beautiful classic design and adds privacy to a plain window, and it’s easy to make your own stained glass at home! You can also add privacy with this easy DIY lace window film or…
Submitted by Designing Dawn Oh my goodness, I am so excited to share this kitchen countertops project and see what you think. It was a big one and maybe the first time I’ve done something to our home that I was actually really scared to start. I painted our kitchen counter tops. Yes. Paint. Counter…
Painted Formica Countertop submitted by General Splendour My UGLY formica countertops were just SCREAMING for an Ambush Makeover! But since I could not take them on a plane to the Today Show so Kathie Lee and Hoda could work their magic, ultimately, the responsibility fell to me! Yikes! I removed the purple, green and plaid wallpaper – actually…
If you’re considering adding dark green shades to your home, here are our picks for the best dark green paint colors for your home, kitchen cabinets, and walls. You’ll also want to read up on our favorite bright green paint colors and how to pick a whole home paint color and create a home color…
