I discovered the remarkable power of paint and thoughtful decor some time ago.
It was so long ago that the term “blogging” was completely unknown!
I was a young newly married American living in Canada, waiting for my work permit. We resided in a modest duplex, and one autumn day, the owner asked for my help with the final apartment renovation.
This experience introduced me to the joys of DIY projects; even cleaning oil-based paint from brushes (yuck!!) kept me engaged.
Despite lacking any before and after photographs of that lovely apartment by the river, I have applied the lessons learned then to the homes we now inhabit.
Here are a few examples:
1. Paint is an affordable item capable of creating the biggest visual shift in a room's atmosphere. It can change a dark, gloomy space:
into a bright, airy coastal haven.
{Wall Color: Benjamin Moore White Down}
2. Applying paint to furniture or structural features can modernize old styles while showcasing your family’s distinct tastes. Painting the wood on these cupboards:
alongside other budget-friendly DIYs, significantly enhanced how 'ours' our kitchen felt.
{Paint on Wooden Trim: Benjamin Moore Cloud White}
3. Paint uniquely covers up unattractive features, such as aged 70s panelling,
making any area feel refreshed and brand new.
{Entryway: Benjamin Moore White Down}
As you observe, Benjamin Moore paint has initiated numerous room updates in our residence. They are currently running the ben & ME promotion, which provides everything needed for a room painting in one convenient kit. (This offer starts on Monday, August 25 at participating Benjamin Moore stores.)
This promotion is actually what inspired us to tackle a major room transformation right now! {Can you guess which room it is?}
For further information about their special deal, please click here.
While this post is kindly sponsored by Benjamin Moore, all expressed views and language are entirely my own and do not represent Benjamin Moore.
