Hallway organisation decor advice
hi all. I’m trying to organise and update my hallWay. Previously using the storage cube for shoes was perfect but as the family has grown so have the shoes which now over spill To the floor and drive me mad.
i have already changed the light fittings and saw this habitat shoe cupboard. The measurements seemed perfect so I went ahead and ordered but haven’t attached to the wall yet So can be returned. If it stays the box goes.
i want to change the mirror and the radiator shelf as they look a bit shabby. The mirror was our table plan from the wedding so was sentimental but happy to move it along for a more serene /minimalistic area. change the radiator? Only have a small budget so nothing too crazy.
Any advice or suggestions would be welcome. Maybe a fresh paint would help too as the white cupboard makes everything else look yellow but I need to tackle the storage first and get everything out of sight for my sanity.
Comments (13)
francesca toole
5 years agoRelated Discussions
decorating at higher level (due to 2 small Kids)
Comments (5)Do you mean in the kitchen specifically or in the whole house? In the kitchen have a cupboard or two with safe things - plastic food boxes, utensils towels, aprons, plastic bowls, down low. Put catches on anywhere that has dangerous or breakable stuff. Teach them (show and repeat repeat repeat!) that some cupboards are allowed and some off limits. (Level of success in this may depend on the kid. My eldest has always listened, my youngest doesn't) Elsewhere in the house, same principle. Put the stuff that is safe for them in the lower cabinets or in storage boxes - e.g. in my hall I store shoes, hats, gloves etc in soft ikea boxes or tub trugs under a table or bench. If they pull it all out, well, it is fun for them, doesn't take me an age to put back, and they feel they have had some lee-way. However, I don't do this in every room, as I personally don't agree with putting everything that is not theirs, out of reach or above their eye level. If you don't do this, they will hopefully learn that not everything is there for them to play with and you have items that are yours. For example, I have my glasses and phone on my bedside table in the morning - if any small child reaches for them they are told "ahuh! MUMMY's...!!!" Usually stops them in their tracks at least for a second! Again, success depends on the child but if they are told often enough they will have learnt what is off limits by the time they are, maybe 4? As for keeping the child corner tidy - use boxes, bins, shelves and put them behind the sofa when not in use./ Re paint scuffs - I dont' allow crayons and pencils anywhere but the kitchen, no hands on the walls, or things with wheels to be scuffed against the wall, BUT I accept it will happen and I'll repaint in a year or two when they are more in control of their bodies!...See MoreGuest bedroom decor advice needed
Comments (3)As the rest of your house is decorated in muted colours with the exception of the bathroom), I would stick with that. Duck egg/pale blues and pale greens or chalky pink would be very restful for bedrooms. Or navy blue looks smart with a neutral scheme....See MoreRevamp our hallway
Comments (44)Paint the doors black matt and the fames cream add silver crome door furniture. Huge silver mirror above the covered radiator then add a runner of any colour you like and match it with the lamps and lighting. hey presto done....See MoreWhole house re-decor , for sale purposes
Comments (33)Hello Duncan, They are good and I am biased as I don't use companies that don't provide trade discount... as I usually like to help my clients out... Here's a few images and an edging on a runner can be lovely too... I have also included one of a painted stair... So you have an option all of which are rather striking.... : )) x http://www.naturalrugstore.co.uk/coir-rugs.asp?gclid=Cj0KEQjwiKS3BRCU-7XQ75Te3NoBEiQAA2t_xPmcwAZ3TS0Qhq1t1hzYsP-r8oFgdC385qXO88eXioYaAjCE8P8HAQ The painted one... I would include the banister in this scenario.....See MoreLeah Rodrigues
5 years agofrancesca toole
5 years agofrancesca toole
5 years agoLeah Rodrigues
5 years agoLeah Rodrigues
5 years agoLeah Rodrigues
5 years agominnie101
5 years agoHi Leah. I like the new storage. I'd keep it quite simple. A wooden shelf over the radiator with a round mirror over the top. Add a vase of eucalyptus, candles, diffuser etc on the shelf. Radiator I would just paint in the wall colour If you do paint. If you want you could add a couple of the hooks at the bottom of the stairs for hanging bags, a hat etc and then maybe a belly basket where the box is for kids gloves, scarves etc. I think it would tie in nicely to your living room.
Charnelle Els
5 years agoLeah Rodrigues
5 years agominnie101
5 years ago
Reload the page to not see this specific ad anymore
mattweeksdj