Most boring launge ever - SOS!!
Alex T
10 years ago
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Hi there, we just bought our first home. Would really appreciate ideas on how to make this place more cosy yet modern. One caveat - we have very limited budget to do so ... many many thanks in advance!
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10 years agoHi Alex, mforr -- opps, I just realized I missed the little section above the doors :) -- Second try :) --
SW 6165 Connected Gray, and SW 6005 Folkstone --
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Alex, you have many good color choices! :)
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10 years agoHere are some other removable wall decal designs that could brighten up your wall. A tree branch decal with some flowers and butterflies could be nice to cover your large wall ( http://decaleco.com/shop/branch-flowers-and-butterflies-wall-decals/) or flock of butterflies can bring some liveliness to your living room : ) ( http://decaleco.com/?s=butterflies&post_type=product)
You can also consider some Home Wall Quotes that are meaningful to you and your family. ( http://decaleco.com/product-category/wall-decals-quotes/). You can get it customize to suit your taste too.
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7 years agoThis post seems to be quite old but still alive so let me comment.
How about something totally different than large pictures or mirrors to fill that big empty space?
I know you mentioned limited budget and the Extra Large Wall Clocks I am making aren't cheap but provide the "wow" effect on 100% of your guests :)
The example below is "Shabby Chic White - Skeleton"
Extra Large Handmade Wall Clocks · More InfoPeak Art Blog - Skeleton Clocks
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