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Master bedroom DIY makeover
Several years ago my husband was a shift worker so we painted our room dark grey and installed block out curtains to help keep the room dark while he slept during the day. Now that he no longer does shift work, it was time to refresh our room and bring back some life and brightness.
I also decided it would be a great opportunity to remove our dark grey carpet and try our hand at installing laminate flooring.
Step 1
After removing all the furniture, pictures off the walls and the old curtains, I filled all the holes in the walls, sanded them, and then cleaned all the walls with sugar soap and water.
Step 2
Once the walls were cleaned, I started by repainting all the window frames and skirtings using Dulux aquanamel in lexicon half (gloss).
Step 3
I also used the Dulux Aquanamel to paint the doors
Step 4
I then started cutting in on the walls using a brush. I painted the walls with Dulux 1step prep to help conceal the very dark grey.
Step 5
And coated the rest of the walls using a roller and the 1Step prep paint.
Step 6
I then did two full coats on the walls using Dulux Wash & Wear low sheen in colour Lexicon half.
Step 7
I wanted to create a feature wall behind our bed and decided to try creating a half wall, wall paper feature. I used a string line to mark out the wall to ensure the line was straight. Once the line was straight, I installed the wall paper and used the stanley blade to cut off any excess at the bottom.
Step 8
Once all the walls were painted and dry, it was time to start on the floors. I started by using a stanley knife to cut the carpet and remove it in rolls, bringing all corners to the centre for easy removal.
Step 9
I wanted to install sheer curtains to the room to help increase natural light. I decided to try make DIY curtain rods and purchased all hooks, rod and finials from Bunnings.
Step 10
We installed HanWood Mink oak laminate flooring. The installation was a bit of a challenge being our first time but we got the hang of it and were very happy with the end result. The colour is beautiful.
Step 11
I also installed a floating shelf on the feature wall. I installed the shelf where the wall paper joined the painted wall so it acted as a divider separating the two areas. Installing the floating shelf was quite easy and looks great.
Step 12
I then finished off the flooring by installing white scotia flooring trim.
Step 13
I finished off by installing two picture frames above the floating shelf and assembling a new bed and bedside tables. I purchased the rattan bedside and the rattan bench from Bunnings along with the Cortina rug.
Step 14
I installed an electrical free pendant light (used Puc lights instead) and a hanging plant, styled the room with all the finishing touches, bedding and accessories.
We love our new room and so happy with the end result!
Hello @Alyce_Pham
Thank you very much for sharing the steps and materials that you used for your master bedroom makeover. It is a beautiful transformation and the mixed use of paint and wallpaper really makes that feature wall stand out.
Again, thank you for sharing such a wonderful makeover project.
Eric
Not only will members be inspired by what you have done @Alyce_Pham, they will also appreciate how much detail you have shared so they can replicate your handiwork. Thanks so much for spending the time to share your experience.
Congrats on the end result.
Jason
Gorgeous final project @Alyce_Pham! Thank you for sharing your step by step process for creating this look that many members will find value in. Cannot wait to see your next project!
Katie
Thanks so much Katie!
I loved completing this project and hope many others can find it helpful.
I can't wait to get stuck into some more projects in the new year and finally getting stuck into that kitchen makeover I have my heart set on 
Oh, that's such a compliment - thank you!
It would be a dream to have my work in a Home & Design magazine one day 
Thanks so much Eric.
I hope my project inspires many others to give it a go and I'm glad the details I provided are helpful
