home I
makeover
Step up the style
An old carpet that
never looks clean
is a downer. The
new look: Existing
stair risers with a
coat of white paint
complement new
stained-wood treads.
Install pretend
panelling
What looks
like pricey painted
woodwork is actually
a second layer of
plaster, giving effect
of recessed panels.
Wood moulding
finishes the edges.
Make smart
choices underfoot
The irregular surface
of durable limestone
tiles helps disguise
dirt. A large-scale
rug makes the entry
feel more like a room
than a hallway.
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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS
JANUARY 2012
