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Desparate needing help for master bedroom

11 years ago
I've resigned myself to the fact that the green golf course carpet is staying. DH will not take the bed apart. W e painted a few years ago and the green carpet changed the colour on the walls. It was suppose to be a light sand colour. The Bed is staying, the picture frames are staying, the carpet is staying. I would paint the dresser. This room does not have a ceiling fixture only bare bulbs. I change bedding seasonally so I have a variety of bedding. I was thinking about putting black & white pics in the frames above the bed s the pics that are there now came with the frames. There is a blank wall across from the bed
I would appreciate all the help I can get to change this eye sore

Comments (122)

  • 11 years ago
    I can look at the blinds and see what I can find. I will look for a printed fabric in the teal. Yes that would like good to trim the pillows. So what should I put over the dresser. I'm feeling that even though the headboard is big should something go above it?
  • 11 years ago
    The blinds can be expensive, and you said you have an upcoming kitchen reno, so sheers would work for time being.
    The mirror you had over the dresser was too large, do you have a smaller one somewhere? A set of three pics would look good over headboard, just not sure what colour.
    Found some pillows on bedbathandbeyond.ca that may work.
  • 11 years ago
    My photoshop skills are pretty minimal, lol!
  • 11 years ago
    Very nice! I like all the teal-colored things, including the pillow above.

    Sleeping woman would be perfect for a bedroom.
  • 11 years ago
    The bottom of the vase looks like it matches the bases of your lamps. As mentioned above put the large picture on the wall at the bottom of the bed with a wall sconce on either side of it.

    Like the idea of the dresser painted black. Just center it on that wall space. No to the large mirror or any mirror above it (already a mirror on that wall). Maybe an arrangement of the smaller frames (4). If you are still using the dresser as a make up station you could simply have a good sized mirror on a pedestal stashed in the top drawer with your supplies.
    The teal bowl would also look nice on the dresser & used as a drop off station for jewellery/watches( his & hers).
  • 11 years ago
    Whooo hooo I'ts almost done , those pillows are beautiful , I was in bedbathandbeyond and nothing like that in the store. Thank you,
    Should I centre the big picture in the middle of the wall or the centre of the bed , how high and also how high should the wall scones be.
    With the 4 pics above the dresser how should they be placed , how far away from each other.
    The bowl will be to big for the dresser, is there a place to hang it. Would the 8 x10 frame be to small above the bed?
  • 11 years ago
    @poorgirl, I'm glad you like them. I had the same experience with them at xmas, couldn't find something in store, but could on line.
  • 11 years ago
    I would centre the picture with the bed as the bed is not centred on the wall where the head of the bed is. The centre of the picture should be at eye level when standing, no higher as the most of the time when viewing the picture you will be lying in bed.
    I would hang the sconces with their centres at eye level also. Just tack them with a very small nail too see what you think about 3 inches away from the edge of the picture.
    As for the pics above the dresser (not sure how wide the dresser is) ..the arrangement should be about two thirds the width of the dresser.I usually place them about the width of outer wood of the frame(one side only) apart .. ex: 2 inches. Again the arrangement could be at eye level depending on the height of the dresser.
  • 11 years ago
    I seen this and I'm not sure, usually don't like metal art much.. Since you have art in other areas, how about something like this above the bed placed horizontally. They are black with capiz shell, 42x14.
    https://odbouclair.blob.core.windows.net/9d15eb5e1bc94ae5b2e7793101cacf87/imgs/Products11882-1000x1000-1172653091.jpg
  • 11 years ago
    Hi everyone it's been a busy week, here is the Pic of the painted dresser, with the small frames I have . The dresser is 42" wide 30" high.
    The frames are 8 x 10 or I have the large frames that were above the bed. Could anyone please tell me how many should be hung and at what height and spacing.
    The framing is also on the window so I'm ready to hang the drapes.
    Should I hang them as high as I can. I found 6 panels of the same drape that is really nice.
    I'm still finding the space above the bed empty, could I put 2 of the original large frames above it. If so should the be spaced in the middle of the bed.
    I found the small pillow that MarleneM recommended and will buy it.
    Thanks everyone.
  • 11 years ago
    Poorgirl I was in CT over the weekend visiting my parents and my friend took me to a Home Goods store and they have your teal color in pillows everywhere!! I thought about you and wanted to tell you, funny I don't even know who you are but when I saw the color it made sense. Don't know if you have them but apparently they are usually with a TJ MAX store. Good luck!
  • 11 years ago
    Your dresser looks great! For the frames, I think either could work. Do you have 4 of each? Hang them so the middle of the grouping is about 50-55 in off floor, and keep a space between them that's the same width as frames.
    For over the bed ones, can you change mats? Just thought they seemed so dark.
  • 11 years ago
    Hi everyone, so here are the pics with the drapes (not hemmed). , the large picture(57" is the middle) and 2 different throws. I'm liking the patterned on as I feel it's softer looking than the solid one.
    Don't have any pillows yet.
    So what do you think.
    Also will be getting a smaller lighter looking chair for the dresser.
  • 11 years ago
    Opps.. Hit the send to fast. Here are the rest.
  • 11 years ago
    Much improved, but throw at end of bed should cover the whole foot of the bed, not just part of it.
  • 11 years ago
    Poorgirl, you've made some awesome progress in your room. I prefer the solid throw at the end of the bed. The plaid one seems too country to my eye. Also, could you use the dresser as one of the bedside tables? Then add a comfy chair, ottoman and floor lamp in that corner? I actually really like your teal carpet and love the colors you've chosen!
  • 11 years ago
    Thanks lee weber, I know I'm deciding on which on and then probably will cut it in half and sew it so that it will reach.
    I could bearly find this one. I even looked in all the drapery depts.
    Probably have shopped 25 stores and nothing out there.
    This was the only patterned one I could find.
  • 11 years ago
    If the throw is not long enough to cover the entire width of the bed, perhaps you could find a beigey, creamy throw to layer underneath the teal one?
  • 11 years ago
    Thank Anne, no unfortunately that's what I have for a dresser.
    The rooms not very big. And we are just starting a new kitchen so funds are suppose to be going there. We will be selling in a year. So I was just cleaning the room up without having to renovate the whole room. Everything I
    Buying needs to be neutral so I can use it again.
    It's looking so much brighter and feels very airy now, not so dark and old looking.
    New lamps and light fixture and pillows, end tables also.
    So my list has to be bought when I see them on sale.
  • 11 years ago
    Anne I was looking for one , i probably have that in a solid duvet king size. I'll have to check my stash.
  • 11 years ago
    I have to agree about the plaid one too. Curtains look lovely though!
  • 11 years ago
    I don't know why I didn't think of this before, but check out etsy.com or eBay. Do a search for teal home decor. Etsy is a great place for pillows and pillow covers and art. Did a quick search and you can get small art prints and pillows covers for about $20. eBay is a great place to look for fabric too.
  • 11 years ago
    Ok so no to the plaid ? I have checked but all these sites are in the USA. To much to get it up to canada especially when I don't know if it will work.
    I am trying to be patient, not my think but I have to wait for the stores to restock for spring and summer.
    Should I bring the drapes over another 6" on each side. I left while my husband put the rod up , I wanted it more on each side.
    I have to take the drapes down to hem so he can move the rod.
  • 11 years ago
    Agree, no to the plaid. So hard to wait for the spring restock! I am also in Canada. Wait until you can have a selection to chose the pillows & throw together. That way you can mixed more colors , patterns & textures together.
  • 11 years ago
    Yes, bring the drapes over to each side. Looks like they are quite full. This will allow moe if the window to be shown & more light.
    poorgirl thanked Lainie D'Eon
  • 11 years ago
    Good points poorgirl about ordering online. I too am in Canada in quite a rural area so I don't have many choices, and order online. You can narrow searches to items in Canada, that's always my first choice. But I've been there, as I'm sure we all have, looking for something specific, and can't it find anywhere. Frustrating! Maybe there will be more out in spring, or you'll find something when not looking.
    poorgirl thanked MarleneM
  • PRO
    11 years ago
    No to the plaid. I love what you have done so far. I like that painting on the wall. Can't wait to see the result.
  • 11 years ago
    Thanks Tatiana, it's an original robert fennell from who is an artist from obtario. .
  • PRO
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    Thanks. I am from Oakville - Ontario .I would like to know more about him and his work. Do you have his web site?
  • 11 years ago
    He is from burlington.
    I have researched him and can't find much on him other that he is in gallery's ariund the world. Couldn't find out much more then that, I purchased this painting close to 38 years ago. It's been under covers for the past 8 years so I'm glad I could bring it back out.
    At some point I was going to see how to sell it.
  • 11 years ago
    I would like a super comfortable bed. Please help me dress my dream bed (explain the layering, please).
  • 11 years ago
    Hi everyone, ive been looking at ceiling fixtures and am stuck on drum shade semi flush mount. Could I do a fixture that has some bling in it, or should I stick with a cream coloured drum shade.
    looking foreward to your great input. thank you
  • 11 years ago
    I think something with `glass bling`` would go nicely with your table lamps.
  • 11 years ago
    Hi poorgirl, had to scroll back up to see what your existing light was like, then seen you don't really have a fixture, lol! Are you meaning you are having a hard time finding a drum shade you like, or want to go with something different? If you are thinking a drum with some bling, something like this would be nice.
    http://houzz.com/photos/13224730
  • 11 years ago
    That light is very nice, I will look for one like that, what about this one
  • 11 years ago
    Oh it didn't come out properly.
  • 11 years ago
    Let's see if this one is better
  • 11 years ago
    Both very nice.. oh, last day to order on the Eurofase is today for the discount.

    Are you thinking of matching with the antique bronze on the base of the table lamps.
  • 11 years ago
    No, I was planning on getting new table lamps with a glass bottom.
    This is just what I have to work with for the moment.
  • 11 years ago

    Just found this thread. No final reveal?????

  • 11 years ago

    Ok, here it is, it hadn't changed much since everyone's help. The plant is just being stored there since I have our old fridge in my living room . I found my pillow for $7.00. And I cut the teal blanket and sewed it dew it would go right across the bed. I'm taking the light fixture from the other room and putting it in this room. Pic. Is below . I'm still looking for something to go above the bed , and the drapes still have to move over on the left side to balance that wall.

    I also need 4 pictures in my frames that I haven't found yet along with end tables and new table lamps. I think my 4 pics are to far apart.

    I love my new look and it looks like the carpet should be there now.

    Thanks so much everyone , I gave since painted and changed 2 other rooms that I need some expert advise on. Sorry my pictures came out sideways.

    So what do you guys think???


  • 11 years ago

    I think you're done! If you still have the plaid throw, toss it over the foot or head of the bed at an angle-- will soften the look. Nice job!

  • 11 years ago

    Good find on the bargain pillow! The throw (love the pattern) & pillow certainly do "make the rug belong".

    Pictures are definitely not too far apart .. seem a bit too close & a bit too much room between the dresser & pics. Have you tried hanging the pics vertically? Might suggest some floral or leaf prints to go with the floral pillow .. but not necessarily all blue flowers .. just a hint of blue.

  • 11 years ago

    Your room looks SO much better. What do YOU think? And where do you put on your make up now? I notice you didn't replace the big mirror.

  • 10 years ago

    I know it is over a year later than the postings, but I was feeling stumped and read through all your posts and comments from start to end. As this is my first time, I don't know if it is appropriate just to comment rather than pose suggestions especially as I am not a Pro...

    such an awesome medley of creativity jostling together and wow, you nailed it. Irresistible combination.


  • 10 years ago

    The bedroom is working great, since I have changed it I have not done anything else to it other than move the drape over so that they were even.

    Its so much better going into the room. I put my makeup on at the dresser, I have a box inside the dresser where all my make up is stored so its not on the dresser top.

    I can change the bedding to white in the summer and have the same pillow and throw on the bed. As you know, I only did this because we were not pulling the carpet or repainting. I have friends that come into the house and actually think this is a color palette done on purpose.

    I cant take the credit for this one , as you know it takes a village to raise a child well it takes the input of Houzz to create a great room!!

  • 10 years ago

    Such a great change, and it was really cool to see so many people offering guidance and help all along. By the way, I found this about Robert Fennel. Hope it is useful: http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/robert-fennell.html?page=2

  • 9 years ago
    Hi everyone, my bedroom has worked out great, and everyone was such wonderful help but...now we are ready to sell our house, and redo the bedroom for selling.
    We are planning on pulling up the carpet and laying new carpet ,painting the walls, new light fixture, changing the black receptacles to white, and new bedding, drapes if need be.
    The house is in the beige taupe neutrals, I am open to all suggestions so I was wondering if anyone could suggest where to start , we have lots to do and this is the biggest roon that needs a full make over.
  • 9 years ago

    Why bother to do all that if you are selling.

  • 9 years ago
    Every other room in the house has been finished other then this one. We are able to finish it ourselves and for what we invest in this room we will get it out in selling .
    We were looking to have our house in move in condition with no major renovations to be done. We had a real estate agent in 2 years ago and his comment was to have everything done that most people couldn't do themselves with out hiring.