Replacing the 20-year old carpet and old wood flooring was probably one of the biggest updates that made a visual difference. We found some great gray wood that looked like planks from the side of an old barn. It’s super durable and provided a great foundation and contrast for the look we were creating:
RECLAIMÉ Heathered Oak Planks
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We wanted to replace the dark woods and chocolate brown colors with lighter colors — we chose whites and grays as a base, and plan to add splashes of color in the accents and details.
Onward!