Home life

Take one pot of paint:Six quick new looks for your home

Creating a new look for your home doesn't have to involve mountains of supplies or a total makeover - you can add a new dimension with a single pot of paint and simple, effective use of colour. Just grab a brush...
Floorboard update
Floorboard update

Brilliantly make over tired white floorboards
with dramatic stripes in a contrasting colour
see how it's done
Painted frames
Painted frames

Add zing to tired-looking walls by
painting frames in striking colours
see how it's done
Simple stairs
Simple stairs

Looking for a change from carpet? This painted
runner will transform your staircase
see how it's done
Smart lining
Smart lining

Brighten up your mornings - stencil your wardrobe
interior in feminine pink
see how it's done
Moroccan arch
Moroccan arch

Choose bold blue to create this exotic
medina look
see how it's done
Freehand wallflowers
Freehand wallflowers

Create your own botanical centrepiece
with bold flowers painted in warm orange
see how it's done
WORDS AND STYLING SANIA PELL / PHOTOGRAPHS MEL YATES