Want to bring texture, charm, and warmth into your home? While furnishings and accessories certainly contribute, adding character to the walls and ceilings can instantly transform a space. Unique lighting, distinctive flooring, substantial molding, or paneled walls and planked ceilings are effective ways to cozy up an ordinary room. I’ve installed paneling in every house I’ve lived in — whether stained wood or painted boards, paneled walls and planked ceilings create a timeless, welcoming look.
There are several ways to achieve the shiplap aesthetic, including budget-friendly DIY approaches. I recently discovered a helpful tutorial by Karen at Perfecting the Homefront that shows how to install shiplap without spending a fortune. Her room is charming and well done. For step-by-step instructions, see the shiplap tutorial on Perfecting the Homefront.
If this room seems familiar, you may have seen Karen’s clever solution for concealing a flat-screen TV with a map—she shared that idea previously on Home Love Stories. It’s a smart way to keep the television from dominating the room while adding personality and texture.
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