Want an inexpensive way to add interest to your space? Try this Board & Batten Tutorial!
My boys’ room recently had a major makeover, and you can see all the furniture details by going here. I wanted a statement wall in the space, so I created this board and batten wall. I built it solo one afternoon, and (since I had everything other than the MDF board) this project cost me less than $100!
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Supplies for this project:
- (9) 5 1/2″ x 8″ primed MDF board
- (6) 2 1/2″ x 8″ primed MDF board
- (2) 3 1/2″ x 8″ primed MDF board
- Sandpaper
- Caulk
- Wood filler
- Nail gun
- Chop saw
I began by lightly sanding the stripes (most likely you will not have to do this step unless you happen to have stripes on your walls).
Add 3 1/2″ x 8″ primed MDF board to the base.
Once the baseboard is up, lay out the 5 1/2″ x 8″ boards and figure out how far to space the pieces.
The top piece is a 2 1/2″ x 8″ board. Once that is in place (use a level to be sure everything is straight), add the larger (5 1/2″ x 8″) boards. Begin in the center and then centered a piece between the center of the wall and the corner on the right side. Do the same with the left side.
Continue the process until all the vertical boards are up.
Add another 2 1/2″ piece was added to the top (or you can use a thicker board instead of the two smaller boards – I was working with what I had on hand).
To finish off the wall, add a piece of the 2 1/2″ x 8″ board. I flipped it to create a finished edge (or ledge). A nail gun was used to adhere the boards to the wall.
Fill the nail holes with wood filler.
Fill the gaps with caulk. 
Once everything is dry, sand the wood filler and *paint the board and batten. *I did not prime my boards since they were pre-primed.
After two coats of paint (to see more on this gorgeous paint color, go here), the wall will be complete!
I linked up to many of the decor items used in this space – just click on the image you want to know more about!
The wallpaper from Wallpaper Boulevard, and I used Common Thread from Magnolia Home. It ties in perfectly with the rest of the space and will grow with my boys.
If you noticed, I painted the baseboards the same color as the board and batten.
Want an easy way to paint baseboards without painting your carpet? GO HERE to see the easy technique! It is one of my favorite painting tips.
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*This post has been sponsored by Wallpaper Boulevard. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
When we first moved into our home, we brought all the furniture from our previous house.
Later I painted the walls and added new drapes, a headboard and a DIY side table. It was looking more like me, but it still felt a cluttered as filled the large room with LOTS of little pieces.
I was excited to give the master the attention it deserved and add large pieces that actually fill the space – like a king-sized bed.
Some of the pieces came via delivery, and the delivery guys were efficient, polite and removed all the trash.
The smaller pieces (web-specials) came straight to my doorstep via FedEx. The pieces were easy to assemble, and usually only required a few minutes of work.
My favorite new piece in the master is our amazing Therapedic Luxury Pillow Top Mattress. I feel like I’m sleeping in a luxurious hotel – every single night!
How can you have go wrong with tufting?!
It is a gorgeous, elegant piece, and the perfect centerpiece for our master bedroom.
I added the Navy Cotton Velvet Throw Pillows .
I added a little reading corner in our room with the Langston Taupe Chaise.
This gorgeous mirror bounces light around and allows me to approve my outfits every morning!
I recently lost my home office to bookshelves and a piano, so a cute little office space in our bedroom was created using the Silvia Accent Chair, a Writing Desk, and a Gray Nightstand (perfect for storing my files and holding my printer).
Our bedroom has a lot of natural light from the large wall of windows, so it’s a delightful place for my home office!
Next to my home office, I added this comfy Canyon Accent Chair.
I am in love with the navy color and velvet texture – it ties in well with the throw pillows on the bed.
Want to recreate our Master Bedroom Makeover? Here are the items used:
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I have always loved yellow in small doses, and this 
It looks so realistic – right down to the “dirt” in the aged pot. The best thing about it – I don’t need to worry about making a mess OR watering!
I am a fan of Balsam Hill’s miracle flames candles, and I used them year round in our home (
This candle is Balsam Hill’s 
I love how much life that little lemon tree brings to the space.
The details are amazing – right down to the tree blossoms.
Now if only we would see some tree blossoms soon here…
For Easter, I planned an intimate little tablescape with lots of color.
The centerpiece of the table is from Balsam Hill.
I added my pink dishes and gold flatware for a glamorous look.
The table adds so much color to my neutral kitchen nook.
On either side of the floral arrangement, I added Balsam Hill’s Peach Balsam Candle Rings.
These florals make any day special.
I also added those candles I love so much to add ambience.
In the floral rings are Balsam Hill’s 
My kids saw the table and can’t wait to dine!
I’m hoping I can make something to eat worthy of this gorgeous tablescape!
What are your favorite colors for spring?
I’m adding navy and blush with pops of other colors throughout my home.
I’m joining 5 other bloggers in Balsam Hill’s Spring in Bloom Campaign:
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We took our three kids (ages 12, 10 and 6) to Washington DC for 3 days. We drove from Indiana and arrived mid-afternoon on Saturday and headed home after lunch on Wednesday. It was a great trip – exhausting but so fun!
It was a great trip!
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