Need help finishing bedroom

Kim KP

6 years ago

All the furniture is new, now I need help with wall color accessories & drapes. The dogs stay :)

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loobab

6 years ago

Hi Kim KP-

Your room is lovely, restful and luxurious, I just have a few suggestions.

The wall color is a bit dark, I would lighten by at least a third. The walls are not supposed to be the same color as the carpet.

The bedside lamps are fine. I would not put mirrors over the bedside tables, they would serve no purpose and just make that space feel crowded.

I would get much lighter curtains, and change how they are mounted. They need to be mounted higher. I can't see the sides, but that may need to be adjusted as well.

Please refer to this excellent article on the proper way to hang curtains.

https://fredgonsowskigardenhome.com/2011/05/03/the-right-way-to-hang-curtains-and-drapes/

What makes a curtain block the sun is not the curtain's color, but the following things;

That the material is of a tight weave and is substantial,

That the curtain is lined, and that

The curtain has blackout interlining. Blackout refers to no light penetration.

For curtains like these you go to a professional drapery workroom.

It is possible that with low E windows, or windows with film coatings you might be able to get by with curtain of sufficient weight and tight weave with similar lining, without blackout interlining.

Velvet curtains would only be used in the winter, you would need another pair for the rest of the year and then you would need to figure out a place to store the velvet curtains without their getting terribly wrinkled, and getting wrinkles out of velvet is extremely difficult.

The mirror over your dresser is beautiful, but should be hung vertically.

I would replace the art over your bed with something, either two pieces like you have or one larger piece with more color in it.

Once you have selected art you enjoy, use the colors in that art to inform your decisions on other accessories such as additional pillows on your bed, and perhaps a new bed shawl in ivory, taupe and a color or colors from the art over your bed.

It would be nice if the colors can be repeated elsewhere in the room, too. Maybe there are other walls that need art.

You might also decide that you want to layer a lovely oriental rug over your wall to wall carpeting. Or not.

You need a professional electrician to properly install and wire your television and wall mount it so that no wires are seen at all.

I wouldn't wall paper the wall behind your headboard. I think that is a trend just like shiplap. Furthermore, if you ever want to change anything, you have irreparable holes and fade marks.

Here is a source for all kinds of art, why not take a look, there is something here for everyone, in all forms. You are bound to find something you like.

https://www.greatbigcanvas.com/

What type of art that you enjoy and makes you feel happy and calm at the same time is highly individual. That is why it is better for you to breeze through that voluminous catalog yourself and see what tickles your fancy.

Then once you narrow it down, we can advise you on what size, and matting and framing, etc.

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Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Update: I like the throw but the pillow didn’t work.
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6 years ago
What pillow is that? To small and looks kinda old granny;/:))))) throw looks really good...I will check in tomorrow.
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It looks better without the trolley, but I would move the bed back toward the window about 1/2 of the way of the space that's there now, so the bed isn't so tight up against the dresser (or tight up against the wall. I'd reconsider gold for your mirror frame as you will then have black and gold and turquoise, but no repeat of any of them (although I do see there is some gold hardware on the dresser). What about a black framed mirror to repeat the black of the bed? I think black would look great above the turquoise. If you want more colors, what about print draperies with other colors, but including the turquoise? I'm imagining you're a young person and might want something fun? then pick a color from the fabric to use on the bed, either a throw or pillows if you're keeping the white (I would).
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Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
I remembered that I had this in the garage. Worked perfectly to bring the gold into the bathroom. My vanities are being painted tomorrow. Yay!
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6 years ago
That’s great....they will look wonderful...
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
You need a longer pillow i think. Too bad that one is so small. ;(
But your room looks fabulous!
Kim KP
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6 years ago
Flo, yes it’s much smaller than how it looked in the link you posted. It says 12x14 but it’s smaller than that. I can’t get over the reactions from people when they see the room. It’s so much fun!
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
That’s half the fun isn’t it. I hate when photos are so misleading. Well, at least pillows are easy to return. I just had to return a chandelier because the color shown was completely different in person. Houzz does make it pretty easy though. Can’t wait to see bathroom with “new vanity” look!!
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Haha. I have huge bags of pillows in my garage. I’m always changing them out. I’m a pillow and linen addict :)
Charlotte Smith
6 years ago
The room looks great. I would say add some natural wood accents such as frames or just decorations you could find. Copper or gold are my favorite lately so you can definitely get a light fixture with some gold or copper! I think it would look great with a different blanket with a pop of color to it.
Kim KP thanked Charlotte Smith
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6 years ago
I like to do two 18” or 20” pillows.........or one 20” square.....or one oversized lumbar....lumbar 16”x20” minimum.
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Julie, I love those last 2. I was actually going to order that square one when you posted it before but I hesitated because it says off white
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6 years ago
It just won’t be a paper bright white but I think the off white layered with the bedding and faux fur will look very pretty...you might be able to get a sample...most on Etsy.co will have them....
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Ok. Which do you think will look better? I’m leaning toward the lumbar
Kim KP
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6 years ago
I contacted the seller of the square one with the gold stripes and she said it has a yellow tinge so she’s making one for me in pure white. Gotta love Etsy!
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
I like the lumbar for your final pillow.
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That’s great Kim..can’t wait to see it...I am a square pillow girl...20” right? I do love Etsy..have had such great success with everyone I have ordered from. Keep me posted!
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
Haha! I guess I am just sick of the square pillows and like to change it up a bit, but Kim, let us know how the squares work out. Are you getting 2 or 3??
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Just received my new bedding yesterday...have a bit of steaming to do;/
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Julie that’s gorgeous! Don’t you just love new bedding!
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Flo, I’m going to try it with one. I don’t like a lot of pillows on the bed because the dogs just mess them up anyway:)
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
That is really pretty Julie! Love your style!
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Flo Mangan
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Haha! I get that. We had (sadly they have passed) two kitties and their favorite thing was to cozy up in the pillows on the Master Bed!! My one son's long hair dachshund dog LOVES pillows too! He is so cute and when he wags his tail, everyone has to laugh and smile! He loves that too!
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Hey thanks Flo was so nervous when I ordered it! To a shot in the dark without seeing it in person....the quality is amazing...fabrics are very soft no sheen just love it!

Flo I really like lumbar pillows too but mixed with some square..but when all the pillows on the bed are the bed pillows king and king shams I like to add a square accent pillow...both are great for sure...
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6 years ago
Look what happened 2 seconds after I made the bed!
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
What a cutie!!! What breed is he?
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
Fortunately, if i am right, your breed of dog doesn’t shed. Wonderful dog.
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
I just got my boss playoff tickets to the hockey game and since he was in such a good mood I thought that would be a good time to ask him to buy me a new desk and he said to go pick one out :).

Here’s my home office. You can’t see but on the inside of the desk it’s all scratched up and also it’s BROWN.
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
This is the one I’m looking at it’s from a good local furniture store. It also has a small writing desk I can use for the monitors
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Girl you need to go wireless and use a laptop! Do you work from home?
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She is a Bernadoodle...Bernese mountain dog and black standard poodle...not really any shedding..few soft fur balls after she is groomed roll around the house:)))
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Ha! The monitors are attached to a laptop but I can’t see that stupid little monitor:). Also I use a bunch of different programs, usually at the same time so they’re kind of a necessity in my job. Yep, I work from home which gives me time to do this kind of thing:)
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Doodles are the best! My niece has a labradoodle and she’s the sweetest dog I’ve ever seen
krottmann
6 years ago
Your bedroom is looking fabulous!
I love all the great advise you are getting!
Kim KP thanked krottmann
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
I went to the furniture store today intending to buy that white desk but found this instead. I love the lines of it! What do you think ladies?
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6 years ago
Love love love it!
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Julie, it has such a great transitional look to it. The wood is kind of a grayish brown. I’m so glad I found it. Had to keep looking because my daughter was with me and told me the white one reminded her of a little girls room so that kind of ruined it for me :)))
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6 years ago
So glad you found it! It is a sophisticated ladies desk!;))
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks Julie. A nice ladies desk is hard to find!
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
That is awesome. Just measure to make sure the top surface isn’t too high for you to comfortably work but I love the look. Go for it!
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Flo, I measured my current one before I went and this desk is about the same size as the current one. Also bought that large file cabinet behind it to put all of my many monitors on :). Need to get rid of the old one before I can have it delivered though so probably late next week
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Flo Mangan
6 years ago
Perfect Kim. What a great find! Happy for you.
Kim KP
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks, Flo. I’m getting so close to being finished with the house!
Kim KP
Original Author
5 years ago
Hi guys! I missed you so I decided to make a change :). I’m going to look at this sectional tomorrow and want to know what you think. I finally decided to get rid of the behemoth I have now :) I’m including a pic of the current setup for reference. Keep in mind I still need to paint
baileysr
5 years ago
You have a very pretty room (and cute dog!). With the pretty taupe colors on your bed, I envision adding a nice powdery blue on the walls and accents.
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OPPEIN Group
5 years ago
have a reference:
C W
5 years ago
The new sofa you posted a pic of looks just as large, if not larger than what you already have... would you consider a sofa and 2 chairs instead
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5 years ago
Hey Kim how are things going? Hope all is well:)
Kim KP
Original Author
5 years ago
It’s so nice to hear from you Julie! Everything is great. I’ve taken the summer off from doing things but I’m gearing back up now. I have someone coming tomorrow to discuss the new tops for the bathroom vanities and I’m planning to finally paint the interior next month. It’s so funny you chimed in today because I just started a new post for my fireplace this afternoon. Would you mind taking a look? Hope everything with you and your family is going well :)
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5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Yes all us well on my end...but very busy...my son and his wife have moved from Oklahoma to Dallas and just bought a home but in between time are living with us! And my daughter got engaged so have been planning a wedding plus doing my design...:) so busy busy Bee!

of course will take a look! You can always send me messages on my account when you post if you want my suggestions:) I don’t get notifications for new posts.

oh..did you get a new sofa?
Kim KP
Original Author
5 years ago
That’s wonderful that your son will be closer. Wedding planning is so fun but yes, very busy. I did get a new sectional. Not the one in the pic above but the same color. You can see a corner of it in the new post along with some gorgeous metallic pillows I found on Etsy.