Home & Family
takes homes from simple to
sensational this spring
(BPT) - Spring is the season of new beginnings, so is it
any wonder that many Americans think about home improvement and brightening their decor when the
weather warms? Simple updates can bring the cheerful
perspective from the outside indoors, and revive any
room just in time for warmer weather.
Make your bathroom bloom
Relaxed modernity is ideal for a bathroom, and a serene palette is a great step to create this calming
oasis. Use the beach as your muse; pastels such as light blue and eggshell white will create an oceanfront vibe no matter where you live. To bring the coastal feel to the forefront, you can easily add waves
to your walls with new FrogTape Shape Tape. The tape is a pre-cut painter's tape available in wave,
chevron and scallop patterns, perfect for decorative painting. Shape Tape is treated with PaintBlock
Technology, which creates crisp paint lines - keeping your painting projects looking professional. It's
simple to add ripples of waves to your bathroom walls, accessories or even the shower curtain.
The finishing touches tie any room together, and the bathroom is no exception. The right accent rug and
towels will transform the look of your bath with minimal effort and deliver maximum style. Updating
your decorative accents will complement your new spring color scheme, and leave the space feeling refreshed season after season.
Spring-ready sleeping chambers
Light hues are a great go-to for spring home decorating; utilize one of 2014's hottest trends with a white
-themed bedroom. Not only is white timeless and versatile, but it allows an array of interior design options. Add crisp white curtains to your windows to brighten the room, and for a chic addition, add a delicate white canopy to soften the atmosphere even more. For a hint of color, add in shades of muted teals
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