Ideal Home

Weekend decorator

1 PAINT A CHEQUERED KITCHEN SPLASHBACK

Swap tiles for paint as a smart splashback idea and create a classic chequerboard. Paint the white background first; it may take a couple of coats. Once dry, use a pencil and decorator’s tape to mark a grid and paint squares black in alternate rows.

2 ADD IMPACT TO YOUR HOME OFFICE WALL

Small shelves – we’ve used smart brass designs – dotted around a painted panelled wall allow you to showcase books in an artistic way. Or you could replace books with framed artwork or decorative objects for a less ‘officey’ feel. Get creative with

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