I just showed the Wal-Mart bedding to my friend and she says it is exactly like the comforter set her daughter has. Isn't it beautiful? Actually, I can't tell a lot of difference between this and some of the more expensive bedding. The effect is the same. I must run out right now but when I come back to the forum in the morning, hopefully, we'll have other black and white bedrooms to view. Thanks, everyone!!

Thanks very much for these ideas. I'm still wondering about something in the off-white/OC range. I have read a million posts and Pins on whites...what I'm stuck on is how they will look in eastern light that is very, very green through the tree canopy. I know from experience now that grey undertones turn to a not-so-pleasant mushroomy color when washed with green light. Beyond those airy photos, I'm imagining something geometric and angular (greek key, or diamonds) on the floor -- could be charcoal and white/cream, or a sisal. One large photo of something architectural (a plant, a bridge) on the wall opposite the gallery wall, over my desk, and a small mirror in a chunky frame on the modern louvered credenza. Love to find a deco-ish light fixture. Any suggestions for a white that would highlight an overall look like that?

Deb after 12 hours you can certainly clean residue. If your initial clean up was done properly any residual grout should come of with a light pass with a sponge or buff off with a cloth. Without a photo and the product used it would not be possible to advise further. There are many variables that need consideration.

Well, depends on the vibe you like. I'm a color and pattern gal. I'd totally splurge on a bed quilt to anchor the room and decorate around it. I love them, wish I had room for more at my house. The first photo you posted has the advantage of having both color and pattern. I think probably most of those do, have a solid side. I like that first one because it brings in two of my favorite colors--lake blue and sagey green. YMMV. The striped one has the advantage of having a little darker color than the walls so would add a strong accent. Really depends on what you like best, they are all fab. The one with the bright teal and lime green would take you in another direction decor-wise. That one has a more boho vibe. I like that as well. Honestly, I'm sort of a person who thinks that most of the rooms in the house should have at least the same feel. I'm not a fan of bedrooms having dramatically different decor, which can be an issue when you have kids who want a bold style for their nest. I get that. But as a guest bedroom, I'd try to go for a look that at least mirrors your overall home decor in some way, relates to it. Also the layout of the room. A tiny room would have different constraints than a larger one.