"Consider paneling your family room. The charm and distinctive look of Southern Pine beadboard paneling adds a custom touch to any room," says Brad. There are several different installation choices: three feet up the wall and topped with a chair rail is the most popular option. But you can also run it 3/4 of the way up a wall and top it with a plate rack or a picture for a truly dramatic touch. Paint it the same color as your wall for added depth and texture, or paint it an accent color to really spice up your room.Southern Pine V-groove paneling is another option: install it vertically or on an angle for a dramatic conversation starter. Both paneling products are available at your local lumber dealer and are easy to install.
According to Staggs, a fresh coat of paint can change the look of a room, if not your entire house. "If your house is a mish-mash of colors and textures, consider creating an entire color palette to update your home. Rooms painted from the same palette flow together, creating the feeling of a bigger house" adds Staggs. Check out your favorite shelter magazines or visit a paint store for the latest in colors and trends.
Look down. Is it time for your carpet to take a permanent vacation? Brad says, "Southern Pine flooring can take a room from drab to fab. I've used it in my own home and the results are stunning!"
The rich golden color of the floor coupled with the distinctive grain of Southern Pine combine to create a gorgeous addition to any style of home. Southern Pine flooring is strong; it will stand the test of time and look beautiful doing it.
Create the warm, indoor look of fall by rotating your artwork - or even furniture! - and indoor plants. If your paintings and flowers are bright, sunny summer colors, consider switching them out. From Brad's experience, "Warm, deep tones set the stage for the indoor season. Choose plants and flowers with darker blossoms and deeper leaf tones. Change out the beach scene painting with one featuring warmer paint tones. Change up the layout of your furniture for a seasonal new look. These are very easy and inexpensive ways to completely change the look of a room in one day!"
Update the interior of every room in your house - or at least the ones in which you entertain - by adding mouldings to your walls and windows. Brad's thoughts: "This is one of the easiest home improvement projects there is: Southern Pine moulding, available at any lumber dealer, can be painted and installed within just a few hours." Choose a fancy, deep crown moulding to add richness and fullness to your walls, or a pretty, fluted moulding to add a touch of whimsyand beauty to your windows.
Choosing Southern Pine for any home improvement project is not just smart, it's a wise environmental decision. Thriving forests create a healthier environment for all of us. Choosing forest products encourages landowners to keep replanting trees, ensuring forests for generations to come. Chances are there's a nice Southern Pine forest near you.
For more information on do-it-yourself projects, where to buy Southern Pine and much more, please visit www.spanpine.com.
CAPTION: According to Brad Staggs of HGTV and the DIY Network, adding Southern Pine flooring to any room in your house can "take it from drab to fab!"
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