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Update Your Guest Room

Why wait until you’re in the middle of holiday preparations to start getting ready for guests? Now is a great time to update the guest room, before things get too crazy. If you do a few projects yourself, you can save some money while transforming the guest room. Also, take care not to overlook existing items. Some things you already have may work well in that space, if given a little love. If the bed in your guest room is outdated, consider redoing the headboard. If the piece just isn’t something you can work with, consider removing the headboard (and … Continue reading →

Old into New

What pieces do you have in your homes that aren’t currently being used? Maybe you have some furnishings that are a bit out of date, yet they are good quality pieces. If so, it’s time to transform them into something useful. An old headboard is a good example. It can be used as a backrest when building a new bench. The matching footboard, if low enough, could be used for the front of the bench. This project is a pretty simple construction effort, but it will look great. Remove finials from the bedposts if desired to create cleaner lines. Give … Continue reading →

Bedroom Redesign

One of the best ways to give your bedroom a simple redesign is to move the bed. That’s right, just move the bed so it’s angled to look as if it’s coming out of a corner. This arrangement makes a bedroom feel more grand as well as more spacious. It also allows plenty of room to walk around the bed, instead of making it feel crowded or too close to the wall. To take this look a step further, place a decorative accent such as a folding screen, a large plant with up lighting, or a corner shelf with attractive … Continue reading →

More Headboard Ideas

The following headboard ideas are going to require a bit more effort and a bit more know how than the last batch. They are still fairly simple, and they will make a big difference in the look and feel of your bedroom. Upholstered Headboard This one is pretty easy. Purchase a piece of plywood or medium density fiberboard (MDF). These materials usually come in 4′ x 8′ sheets, so cut it down to size or ask the building supply center to cut it down for you. They will usually take care of it for free or for a minimal charge. … Continue reading →

Make Your Own Headboard

Adding a headboard to your bed gives your entire bedroom a more finished look. If you don’t have a headboard, consider making one yourself. There are various materials you can use to create a simple, yet attractive headboard without the benefit of carpentry skills. Try inserting a folding screen between the head of your bed and the wall. A screen will provide color and texture and create the same effect achieved by installing a traditional headboard. Another option is to hang a quilt, a fabric panel, or a large canvas covered in fabric at the head of the bed. The … Continue reading →