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Help.. can I paint over these panels?? The hallway is very dark
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Comments (3)I am not sure if its Crown or Dulux, but one of them does a light reflecting paint for dark spaces. One thing I have done in my very dark lower hall (split level house) is to put large decorative mirrors around the walls - they make a focal point and reflect light around, giving an illusion of a little more light. Charity shops usually have one or two mirrors around, so would not cost a lot. Ikea do some really wonderful and funky designs for mirrors that just stick on like tiles. Very effective. I have also painted all the woodwork in my hall in white gloss. A bit time consuming, but it really has helped. Good luck in your new home....See MoreAre fan lights dated/naff?
Comments (13)In the summer we visited relatives in their new house which has a run of bifold doors across the back of their new home. We sat in the kitchen, which is very stylish etc. etc. and enjoyed having the doors fully opened as the heat was uncomfortable indoors once the sun came out. They're now finding (autumn) that they have to open one of the doors to get fresh air into the room and, on a rainy day, it's not ideal. It's going to be interesting to see how they'll fare during the winter. Imagine having to have a door open when it's cold outside just to let in some fresh air. On top. Of all this their dog wanders in and out when the doors are open....... Fan lights still have their uses in my opinion....See Morehow to design a home has a home
Comments (2)Rather than such a long description, could you share photos? This will help other Houzzers gauge how a room/rooms could be improved. Thank you....See Moreopen plan dining room, are mirrors outdated?
Comments (14)Are you sure it isn’t your husband who is outdated, mirrors are a fantastic way of tricking the eye to believe more space by reflection, if you place 2 mirrors on opposing walls facing each other, view infinity!...See More
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5 years agoPainting the cladding will certainly brighten it up. Make sure you sand and apply 2 coats of primer, then 2 coats of eggshell or Satinwood, depending on paint brand. I think a nice taupe shade would look lovely. This is Purbeck Stone by Farrow & Ball.
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