Improved lighting Besides being outdated, the old lighting drew the eye away from the mantel. Pot lights on dimmers illuminate better, and allow the fireplace to be the star of the show.
Palette pick Para Paints’ Country Home P846-2 emphasizes the feature-wall aspect of the hearth, while Benjamin Moore’s Marble White OC-34 covers the walls, ceiling, built-ins and moulding. The same colours were used in the kitchen, helping to create a seamless bridge between the spaces.
Updated built-ins The bookcases got a makeover with fresh paint, modern satin-nickel hardware and glass shelves. Choose tempered glass for safety, says colour and design consultant Eileen Marshall of Home Colours & Decor in Oakville, Ont.
Healthier home Swapping the old, dust-trapping carpet for elegant hardwood provided a literal breath of fresh air, as did replacing a wood-burning fireplace with a new natural gas model.
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