I’ve been writing a lot recently about biophilia in design even if I haven’t specifically referred to it by name. I wrote an article about biophilic design for Designer magazine here. I’ve blogged about natural materials and bringing nature into your home. I’ve also written about earthy colour palettes. And today I’m going to write about all of this some more. Why? Because it’s important. And in the current situation, where we may be forced to spend a lot more time at home, an increased focus on biophilia in design is exactly what we all need.
Bringing natural elements into the home is good for our well-being and mental health because we have an innate biological need to feel connected. And the way we get that connection is through our senses.
So bringing natural elements into the home in the form of tactile textures, lots of natural light and increased airflow, natural colour palettes, the smells and sounds of nature, and beautiful views, can really help us to feel happier and healthier as well as feeling less stressed. Hands up if you want to feel all those things? Yup, me too!
The easiest way of incorporating biophilia in design and bringing natural elements into the home is obviously to ensure there is plenty of natural light and simply fill the space with plants. This has an immediate effect visually, but also on how we feel being surrounded by all that greenery. Just take a look at that bathroom below and tell me that doesn’t make you feel great. Imagine it without all those plants and it’s a completely different space with an entirely different feel.
Create a feeling of wellbeing in the bathroom by adding plants. Image by Dobbies
Add deep pile rugs to the floor in natural materials like wool, jute, seagrass and sisal. Or go all out and opt for something like the Täppa rug that was designed by Ilse Crawford for Kasthall. It is a soft and tactile hand-tufted rug made from wool and linen. The way it has been made with the wool yarns creating blocks of colour, it almost looks like freshly sown grass.
And I am so happy to see that companies like Focus SB are now stepping up to the mark and bringing natural elements into the home with their unique new finishes for premium metal switches and sockets. (You may remember the Kelly Hoppen collection for Focus SB that I featured earlier this year). I like that this new Nature Inspired range is so unexpected. It’s nothing unusual to see botanical prints on wallpaper or natural materials used for furniture, but finishes on light switches is definitely a new one on me.
The Nature Inspired finishes have also been selected by Lutron, another leading player in the lighting control industry, for its Palladiom scene setting controls. By adding the Nature Inspired finish to these products it allows more people to bring nature indoors in an unexpected way. It’s also a great way of enhancing home technology which is traditionally very sleek and smooth and devoid of texture. In a way, it brings it to life.
The distinctive new ‘Nature Inspired’ collection includes six on-trend finishes that mimic natural textures and patterns. Working in collaboration with Anka Metal Coatings, who specialise in liquid metal technology, Focus SB has launched these new finishes as a response to the growing demand for unique aesthetics and biophilic design.
I think biophilia in design and incorporating natural textures into our living spaces is going to grow hugely in popularity. Since the global pandemic took hold, we’ve been refraining from touching anything for fear of getting sick, but this has only heightened our need for physical touch. Haptic experiences are so important for us as humans to be able to understand the world around us.
So when we get back to the safety of our own homes I think we are going to want to feel more, to use all our senses and to reconnect with what makes us human. So products like these light switches offer us another opportunity to feel that connection to the natural world and to use our sense of touch.
Wood is an obvious choice for bringing natural elements into the home, but there are so many more opportunities to use wood in a way that increases its value in terms of biophilic design. The beautiful fern that has been carved into this chest of drawers gives it an added dimension of tactility along with new levels of visual interest.
Brave Ground is Dulux’s Colour of the Year 2021 (affiliate)
Colour is also really important when it comes to biophilia in design and bringing natural, earthy tones into the home is a large part of it. In September Dulux announced its Colour of the Year for 2021 as Brave Ground, a bolstering, balancing shade that connects us back to the earth. It is a warm, natural neutral that will enable people to draw upon the strength of nature to help them find the courage to embrace the future. I think you will all agree that this is very much needed right now.
Combining Brave Ground with warm neutral colours from the Trust palette
Trust is one of the four colour palettes that Dulux has presented to bring Brave Ground to life. Warm neutral greys and browns, these colours complement each other and encourage connection, collaboration and a sense of harmony in the home.
“We continue to live through uncertain times. In 2021, the warm and grounding tones of Brave Ground™ will allow us to find certainty in the strength from the very ground beneath our feet, emboldening us to go forward and begin to live again and giving us the flex to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances we face.”
I am actually really excited by the potential for biophilia in design to really transform not only our homes, but also our offices, hospitals, hospitality venues, and public spaces. The power of nature to help us really reconnect with what makes us human cannot be underestimated.
Maria at The Interior Editor made over her kitchen with the principles of biophilic design in mind.
Are you feeling this urge to reconnect with nature? Are you on board with biophilia in design yet? Let me know in the comments below.
Textured wall tiles have been creeping into interiors at a steady pace over the past few years. I don’t think they have quite become mainstream in residential interiors yet as they can be quite a bold statement that requires at least a bit of bravery to embrace. But we have certainly been seeing them in commercial spaces for a while now.
There are a number of reasons why we might be seeing more texture creeping into our interiors. Firstly, the rise of biophilic design has helped us to invite nature indoors, so texture has started to play a much greater role in our interiors. We are incorporating natural textures into our homes as we have now realised how beneficial it is for our mental health and wellbeing to surround ourselves with nature.
Secondly, I think that the global pandemic massively increased our need for physical touch. We went through months of being told to avoid touching anything for fear of catching the virus and our sense of touch was sorely neglected, particularly as everything went digital. As human beings, we need these haptic experiences to help us understand the world around us. As a consequence, our homes have become more tactile in order to enable us to reconnect to our senses and ultimately to what makes us human.
So I would like to share with you some of the best examples of textured wall tiles that I have come across recently. Every single one of these would have my hand reaching out to run my fingers across them.
Textured Wall Tiles from European Heritage
European Heritage was founded by husband and wife team, Peter and Helen Hutchinson, in 1989 and they believe that choosing tiles should be fun and that the tiles that you do choose should complement your personality and uniqueness.
The Linea textured wall tiles that they stock is a lineal representation of texture in beautiful pastel shades. These tiles are perfect for wall applications in bathrooms, kitchens or even commercial hospitality settings.
We are noticing a tangible desire to create relief with texture in our customers projects of all shapes, sizes and styles. This is not a new phenomenon as ceramicists and tile manufacturers have been creating ‘relief’ tiles for centuries. Now we are seeing beautiful textural interpretations in all manner of colours & tones which makes designing spaces all the more fun.
Connor Dow, Sales Consultant, European Heritage
Textured Wall Tiles from Raven
Raven is the European Japanese tile specialist and curates tiles from Japan’s master ceramicists. They only sell tiles made in Japan and only select the best that Japan has to offer. Many of the tiles embody the traditional Japanese aesthetic of Wabi-Sabi, which celebrates the beauty of imperfection.
Raven has a beautiful selection of textured wall tiles, many of which have extremely tactile surfaces. They are the ideal option if you are looking to embrace the trend for Japandi interiors at the moment.
The simplistic beauty combined with the quality of the tile is plain to see.
Mutina is one of my favourite tile brands as they always seem to be raising the bar when it comes to innovation and design. Whenever I see something slightly unconventional or particularly inspiring, it doesn’t surprise me to discover it is from Mutina.
Mutina works with some big-name designers who bring their creativity to the table to create ceramic coverings with new and unexpected outcomes. From Patricia Urquiola, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Tokujin Yoshioka and Inga Sempé to Konstantin Grcic, Hella Jongerius amongst others, Mutina has an unrivalled roster of creative talent at its disposal.
Mutina’s products often challenge the rules of ceramics in terms of scale, composition and, most notably, texture. Here we can see some of my favourite textured wall tiles from Mutina.
Finally, we have this stunning collection of textured wall tiles from Harmony. Part of the Peronda Group, Harmony aims to inspire with trendsetting new visions and designs.
From then super contemporary and geometric lines of Lins and Beat to the artisanal charm and handcrafted appearance of Pasadena, these textured wall tiles all have tactile appeal.
Mineral Sculptural Table and Entire Tapestry Blanket from Ferm Living
It’s that time of year when we start to look ahead at the interior trends for 2022. It’s always a difficult call because it’s not like trends stop and start just because it is a brand new year. Trends are like living breathing entities, they build slowly, gain momentum and change and evolve as time goes on. So it is rare to be able to call a brand new trend that nobody has seen before. Rather these trend predictions are based on the slow emergence of patterns over time.
Both this year and last have been somewhat different when it comes to trends. The global pandemic and subsequent lockdowns fast-tracked many slow percolating trends that would have otherwise taken years to mature. We realised that our surroundings are hugely important for our mental health and wellbeing. We questioned whether or not we actually like our homes and if we want to spend time in them. We now recognize that it’s less about what we fill our homes with and more about how our homes make us feel.
What are the big interior trends for 2022?
So when it comes to interior trends for 2022, I have predicted two overarching interior trends that I expect to see. Both these trends have been building for a while, but our collective experience over the past two years has solidified these two polar opposite trends and 2022 will be asking us what side of the fence we want to be on.
Organic Minimalism is all about paring back, clearing out the clutter and cutting out the excess. It’s about deciding what is essential to have in our surroundings so that we can create a space that feels good. Unlike traditional minimalist interiors which can be prone to feeling a little stark and sterile, Organic Minimalism is much warmer and softer and takes inspiration from the natural world. As the name would suggest, it incorporates the organic shapes, patterns, textures and colours that are found in nature. It is heavily influenced by Biophilic Design but is also inspired by the Japandi trend with an added touch of boho.
Organic Minimalism is about creating an environment that supports our mental health and wellbeing. It is about creating profoundly tactile spaces that invite us to engage physically with our surroundings. These are sensory spaces that allow us, as sensory beings, to fully experience the power of our sense of touch. In a digital, post-Pandemic world this has increasingly important as we crave touch more than ever.
KEPLER Knurled T-Bar Handle in Antique Brass from Plank Hardware
It is important when bringing Organic Minimalism into our homes that we pay special attention to all the finer details. Tactile elements should be introduced wherever possible to provide us with a more haptic experience. Any high touchpoints can incorporate texture so consider choosing drawer pulls, knobs and cabinet handles that have a knurled finish like those above from Plank Hardware. Antique brass is a great option for this look as it looks aged and therefore more authentic.
Left: Kona Display Table, Meadow High Pile Rug in Light Sand, Verso Floor Vase, Eclipse Lampshade from Ferm Living | Right: Meadow High Pile Cushion in Light Sand from Ferm Living
Materials are perhaps the most important element of creating a sensorial home around the concept of Organic Minimalism. Texture can be introduced through fabrics and soft furnishings, wall coverings, furniture and decorative accessories. Think bouclé textiles, chunky knits, natural linen, deep pile woollen rugs, sheepskins, embossed wallpaper and faux fur cushions.
Organic Minimalism is all about authenticity and integrity so there is a focus on humble and honest materials. This means natural wood, often with raw edges, roughly carved stone, handmade ceramic tiles and patinated metals. There are definitely Wabi-Sabi influences as imperfection is treasured and revered. Natural materials such as rattan, jute, hemp, seagrass, sisal, cork and bamboo also figure often in textural homes. The move towards conscious consumption also fuels the choice of these materials as we look for value and sustainability above pure indulgence.
These deeply tactile retreats remind us what it is to be human. They awaken our senses and provide us with warmth and uncomplicated comfort. They provide us with a calm, serene and restorative sanctuary where we can retreat from the chaos of the outside world and take time to rebalance our energy and reflect on the things that make us happy.
Below is a moodboard I have put together showing exactly how to create a room that incorporates the Organic Minimalism trend. What do you think of this as one of the top interior trends for 2022?
Organic Minimalism: Get the Look
Melissa Mirror with Organic Shape Shelf Mango Wood from Made.com (affiliate)
Joyous Maximalism is the second of my predicted interior trends for 2022. It is basically the antithesis of Organic Minimalism. Instead of paring right back and clearing the clutter, Joyous Maximalsim is more about surrounding yourself with loved objects that tell the story of your life and reflect your personality. Forget about following trends and being dictated to about what you should fill your home with, Joyous Maximalism is about freedom of expression.
Society of Wanderers Kelp/Peach Lemonade Double Sided Quilt from Antipodream
This trend is less about touch and more about sight. It is an explosion of colour, pattern and shape, basically anything that catches your eye, particularly if it is playful and unexpected. Also make sure you include some bling like these beautifully smooth, solid brass handles from Plank Hardware. Use them to uplevel your cabinets, sideboards or cupboards to give them an extra luxurious, statement makeover.
Left: MERCURY Curved lip pull Handle in Solid Brass from Plank Hardware | Right: ROEBUCK Smooth T-bar Handle in Solid Brass from Plank Hardware
Interiors that embrace Joyous Maximalism are bold and bright. Every individual piece that is included in an interior is chosen on its own merit with little regard to how it looks alongside the other pieces in the room. Harmony and coordination give way to personalisation and clashing.
Left: The Artist’s House CERAMIC WONDERS wallpaper from Mindthegap | Right: Transylvanian Roots, THE ENCHANTED WOODLAND Tablecloth from Mindthegap
Bold patterns are layered atop of one another in contrasting colours, think animal print against a backdrop of large botanical prints. The overall effect is loud and, some might say, garish. Whereas those who relate more to Organic Minimalism are looking for a meditative sanctuary to retreat into where our senses can be calmed, those who prefer Joyous Maximalism are looking to create a space in which they can fully be their authentic selves and express their personality to the max. They want a space that excites and invigorates them and is full of energy.
My moodboard below shows you how you can create the second of my interior trends for 2022. This is a space that exudes Joyous Maximalism.
Joyous Maximalism: Get the Look
Wallpaper Swatch Cubana Jardin Imaginario Portrait from Mindthegap
Yuttari four-seater sofa in plain oatmeal, Yuttari large plain top footstool in plain oatmeal, and Yuttari accent chair in blue velvet from DFS
I wanted to write about the trend for Japandi-Style interiors a few years ago but sometimes when you spot a trend emerging it is virtually impossible to illustrate it well without good photography. This is exactly the problem I found at the time. Fast forward two years or so and now you can’t scroll for 30 seconds without spotting a Japandi-inspired home. So it’s high time I wrote my post.
For those of you who are discovering Japandi for the first time, I guess I should probably offer an explanation of what Japandi design actually is. It is basically the intersection of modern Japanese design style and minimalist Scandinavian design. This beautiful fusion marries simplicity with nature resulting in a rising home decor trend that offers modern flair, timeless elegance and functionality all wrapped up in one calming sanctuary.
Imagine if hygge and wabi-sabi had a baby and then you get the idea. There is no direct translation in English for the word hygge but according to Wikipedia, Hygge is the Scandinavian word for “a mood of cosiness and comfortable conviviality with feelings of wellness and contentment.” Wabi-Sabi is the art of finding beauty in imperfection and really valuing authenticity.
Modern minimalist kitchen in Japandi Style from Superfront
So think sleek lines, muted, earthy colour palettes, natural materials, texture, warmth, light and comfort. With Japandi style there is also a focus on high-quality craftsmanship and hand-made pieces. Japandi-style interiors are calming, tranquil, and peaceful. They also tend to emphasize sustainability due to the use of natural materials and high-quality items that are made to last.
I don’t know about you but this sounds like the perfect interior to me. I think what I like about it is the fact that this fusion of two very similar but different styles allows you to enjoy the minimalism but in a way that is less cold and clinical.
Both Scandinavian design and Japanese design are strongly centred around minimalism. They eschew needless maximalism and the addition of unnecessary items in the home just for the sake of it. This doesn’t mean that you need to own hardly anything but it does mean that everything should be well considered and have a purpose.
Having said that you don’t need to get rid of all your belongs to embrace minimalism, it’s probably a good idea to declutter as much as possible to keep your space feeling calm and clear. For anything that you simply can’t live without, perhaps invest in some functional storage options that will at least allow you to keep the clutter out of sight and well organised.
If your budget allows, built-in storage that blends into the background is a great choice. Otherwise, consider trunks, boxes or cabinets made from natural materials and bonus points if they feature textured surfaces. Or even screens that can be strategically placed to hide anything you want to keep out of people’s eye line. Shoji screens are a traditional Japanese architectural feature and are perfect for Japandi interiors. Otherwise, rattan or bamboo screens work just as well.
The Japandi-style interior is all about simplicity and pure forms without unnecessary complexity. Japandi interiors follow the principles of human-centric design in that they are created to meet the needs of the users. They are highly functional spaces where everything has a distinct purpose that it fulfils.
The emphasis in Japandi design is quality over quantity so every piece has to earn its right to be in the space.
Androgyne Dining Table by Norm Architects for Menu
Focus on Craftsmanship
When decorating a Japandi-style interior, remember to focus on craftsmanship and choose furniture and accessories that have been really well made and that have been designed to last a lifetime. Japandi interiors are not about fast home fashion and throw away culture.
The Wabi-Sabi influence celebrates the beauty or serenity that comes with age, when the life of the object can be seen in its patina and wear, or in any visible repairs. It honours the anomalies that arise from the production process, which add uniqueness and elegance to an object.
So consider opting for pieces that have been handmade and are one of a kind, pieces that have a real story to tell as opposed to things that have been mass-manufactured.
The Kyoto furniture & accessories collection by Alex Price has been designed to bring a touch of Japandi into your home.
Incorporate Natural Materials
Natural materials are an integral part of Japandi-style interiors which have a strong connection to nature. Consider using materials like wood, linen, jute, bamboo, cork and clay when designing your room. These materials all bring texture and depth to the space as well as adding visual interest.
It helps to bring in some greenery too in the way of plants. If I’m honest with you, Japandi interiors don’t feature enough plants for my liking. Due to the earthy colour palette, I sometimes find that spaces decorated in the Japandi-style can come across as being a bit arid and lifeless. So I would add a lot more plants if I were using this style in my own home. But that is just a personal thing being such a fan of biophilic design.
Rattan and bamboo furniture and lighting by Habitat
Bring in the Light
As you will have probably noticed both Scandinavian and Japanese interiors are big on natural light. So it follows that Japandi design also focuses heavily on creating spaces that are light, bright and airy. They do this by having large windows, light billowy, transparent curtains, or blinds and by keeping wall colours pale and neutral, often some shade on the monochrome scale.
Left: Ishinomaki AA Stool by Torafu Architects for Menu | Right: Androgyne Dining Table and Hashira Pendant lights from Menu
Choose a Neutral Colour Palette
Japandi-style interiors invariably stick to neutral or monochromatic colour palettes. They favour pale colours for the walls that are understated and allow the light to be reflected around the room. You will often see whites, greys or off whites and beiges on walls. You may also see very pale pinks occasionally.
he same goes for accessories and textiles that are mostly in a monochrome or earthy colour palette.
The Vipp Paper floor lamp is suitable for the living room or bedroom. The Vipp Cabin round table is a medium-sized table for the dining room or kitchen and comes with a light or dark oak base and marble top
So what do you think of these calming Japandi-style interiors? Could you live in a home like this? What is your favourite aspect of this style? Let me know in the comments below and don’t forget to pin this post for later.
Find out how I created a DIY painted arch accent wall in my girls’ bedroom
How many of you have been watching the new series of Changing Rooms on Channel 4? When I heard that this was coming back after almost 20 years, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Back in the day, I was a big fan of changing rooms as my interest in interiors had been sparked, but it wasn’t yet my career.
I loved seeing the transformations that were possible and how a room could end up looking unrecognisable with some simple but often imaginative and somewhat unconventional changes. Seeing friends and neighbours let loose on each other’s homes under the guidance of designers left the audience on the edge of their seats waiting to find out if the homeowners would love it or loathe it.
In the new series, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is once again back at it, this time up against Jordan and Russell of 2LG Studio. The transformations we’ve seen so far have been surprising, unexpected and unpredictable, but that’s what makes Changing Rooms what it is. And not much has changed since it last aired.
So when I was approached by Dulux, who are sponsoring the show, asking if I would be interested in undertaking my own Changing Rooms transformation, I was definitely game. And after the initial panic over what I would do, I actually felt really quite excited about this project and realised that I had been preparing for it for months already by saving inspiring images of painted feature walls over on my Pinterest Account.
Paint is such a flexible and versatile way to transform a room and it’s also an affordable way to create a completely new look with minimal effort. You don’t have to go quite as bold and brave as they do on Changing Rooms, if that’s not your cup of tea. Instead, you can use paint in a more subtle way by choosing colours that work for you and adding in smaller pops of brighter and bolder accent colours.
Here are some images from Dulux that show how you can use paint in a slightly more subtle way to create a real statement in your home just in case you’re not up for the full Changing Rooms experience.
After a bit of back and forth and negotiating with my two little girls, we came up with a plan to redecorate their bedroom, which was badly in need of a makeover. One of their walls is an external wall and we’ve had a problem with the paint on that wall for a while now.
A few months ago we found out that our building doesn’t have cavity wall insulation. Now we have had that done and it seems to have fixed the problem. Finally, we can transform their bedroom and make it into a lovely space fit for two growing girls.
So I’d like to take you step-by-step through the transformation of the girls’ bedroom and show you exactly how we created our DIY painted arch accent wall.
Step 1 – Choose your Dulux Colours
The first step in creating your DIY painted arch accent wall is to choose your paint colours. My current colour obsession is green, pink and yellow. This combo just makes me so happy. We have it in the living room and we all love these colours together. So it made sense to use a variation of this in the girls’ bedroom. One of my daughters loves pink, the other not so much. So I wanted to find a compromise that they could both live with and enjoy.
We went for Blush Pink to use as a base coat. I wanted something to brighten up the room and give it a fresh feel. We then chose to use Pressed Petal, which is a slightly deeper and warmer pink as one of the accent colours. Along with this, we opted for Golden Sands, a rich, warm shade of yellow and Everglade Forest, a delicious dark green.
Step 2 – Prepare the Walls
As the paint was flaking off the wall, we had to do a bit of preparation before we could repaint. As we started to scrape and sand the flaking paint off, the whole lot came off, right back to the bare plaster. So we had to seal the wall using some watered down adhesive first. This was painted over the whole wall and then left to dry.
Next, we taped off the skirting boards and we were ready to start creating our DIY painted arch accent wall.
Step 3 – Apply the Base Coat
The paint that I used for this project is the Dulux: Simply Refresh range. This range allows you to freshen up your walls in one coat and features 30 core colour options and 15 additional colours in the feature wall collection. Just one 2.5L tin will cover four walls of an average-sized room. Now the Blush Pink that I used as the base coat went on beautifully. It’s a really thick and creamy paint and the coverage is brilliant.
However, I did need to do a second coat in this colour, purely due to the fact that I was painting onto a bare wall. I think the wall absorbed some of the first coat so it needed a quick second coat. But as the paint goes on so easily, this took no time at all.
Step 4 – Measure Out Your Design
Having drawn out the design for my DIY painted arch accent wall on a piece of paper, I then had to transfer this design onto the wall. I based this on where the girls new bed will go when it arrives and worked from there. I simply used a tape measure, long ruler, spirit level and a pencil to do this.
Step 5 – Draw out the Design
Once I had measured out the design by drawing little marks all over the wall, I then had to join them up so that I could see what I was going to paint. My youngest daughter is pretty keen on rainbows. She loves lots of colour and sparkles. My eldest daughter however, is much more subdued and prefers a more sophisticated colour palette and design. So we decided to go for some on-trend arches (as a nod to a rainbow) with a few geometric additions to add some extra interest and colour to the room.
Now, arches aren’t the easiest things to draw out on a wall. I wanted this to be as easy as possible and I didn’t really want to have to freehand any of the curved lines. So instead, I looked around my home to find things I could draw around. That way I would know they would be neat and tidy.
For the outside curve of the arch, I drew around the lid of my coffee table which just so happened to be the perfect size. Then for the inner curve, I drew around a large tray. I was super happy with how easy this was. I then found a small plate to use for the circle inside the arch.
This is definitely a top tip of mine. Scour your home for objects you can draw around to make a project like this much easier.
Step 6 – Tape Up Your Design
Next, I used tape to mark out where I was going to paint the design of our DIY painted arch accent wall. This makes it so much easier and quicker to get the paint on the wall in the right place. I taped just outside the pencil marks so that they would be painted over and wouldn’t be visible once the tape was removed.
When it came to the curved lines of the arches and circles, I ripped small bits of tape off and overlapped them all the way around the curve. This way I was able to follow the line of the curve exactly and keep the tape flat against the wall whilst I went. It makes it slightly harder to remove but the finish is much crisper.
Step 7 – Paint Your Shapes
The next step in the process of creating your DIY painted arch accent wall is to paint the shapes that you have just taped up. Take it slowly, making sure you get really good coverage along the tape edge and try to make sure your brush strokes go in the same direction.
Step 8 – Carefully Remove the Tape
Once you have painted your shapes and you’re sure that you’ve not left any areas a bit patchy, it’s time to remove the tape. Do not wait for the paint to dry completely. It helps to get a crisper finish if you remove the tape when the paint is still wet. But this does mean you need to make sure you have good coverage before taking it off as it will be trickier to repaint once the tape has been removed.
And there you have it. Once the tape has been removed you can stand back and admire your handiwork. Using the Dulux Simply Refresh Range you can give your room a whole new look in a matter of hours. In fact, the painting was the quickest and easiest part of this project. I’d not used the Simply Refresh Range before this project, but I would definitely use it again as the coverage was just so good and made the job super speedy. I’m now wondering what other rooms I can spruce up Changing Rooms style.
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What about you? Has the new series of Changing Rooms got you excited about transforming a room in your home? I’d love to hear your plans so drop me a comment below.
Don’t forget to pin this post for later when you do your own Changing Rooms transformation.
