Hi - I wouldn't paint the fireplace or the mantel - particularly if it is the original, the fire surround tiling looks original possibly I can't tell from the pick. I would remove the picture rail completely, then I would build white cupboard doors and box in your book shelves then build a matching pair of door cupboards and and mount on the right handside of the chimney breast - wall mount your TV and satellite box etc on a tilting cantilever bracket with a shelf either above or below to store all your DVD's xbox games etc.. The doors are easy to make from MDF or tongue and groove, paint them white ( or cream and they will hide and safely store all your bits and pieces.) Choose hinges that you like to set it off. Then when you look at your fire place your eye will be drawn to it as a focal point, cosy in winter, lovely flower vase or plants when not in use, and by disguising any clutter and raising the eye level your room will look bigger too! - let us know what you do and post an updated pick !

For inexpensive wooden photo frames, I’ve had good luck at places like IKEA, Walmart, or even local thrift stores. They usually have a nice variety of simple, wooden frames that won’t break the bank. If you’re looking for something a little different, I recently upgraded to a Nixplay digital picture frame (https://www.nixplay.com/). It’s a bit of a splurge compared to wooden frames, but I love how I can easily upload new pictures remotely. Plus, when it’s in good light, the photos look amazing! If you’re into the traditional frame look, though, you can’t beat the simplicity of a nice wooden one for displaying family memories.

Well, plenty inspirational photos here on Houzz :) Pick a style and post some measurements to get layout ideas from the community! And perhaps use the opportunity to add some space to the next bedroom? Or are you planning on having a separate bath and shower? Washing machine?

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