Decorating
Get Designer Flash for Half the Cash
Step inside the Cottage Living idea house and learn designer Stephen Gambrel's secrets for comfort and style on the cheap.
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Bold Borders
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Define your own boundaries.
"If your house lacks interesting trim or crown molding, don't fret. Pump up the edges of a room with color by painting a three-inch border around all the windows and walls. It'll be like adding instant trim to your house, and it's a stylish alternative," says Stephen.
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Figure the amount of materials you'll need for your walls, ceilings, floors, doors, or yard.
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