{"id":4828,"date":"2022-10-02T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-02T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/?p=4828"},"modified":"2023-03-22T23:06:07","modified_gmt":"2023-03-23T06:06:07","slug":"the-diy-updates-i-love-in-our-guest-bedroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/index.php\/2022\/10\/02\/the-diy-updates-i-love-in-our-guest-bedroom\/","title":{"rendered":"The DIY Updates I Love in Our Guest Bedroom"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The DIY updates I currently love in our guest bedroom are the moody paint colors and added storage! Let&#8217;s face it, we all have at least ONE space in our home that&#8217;s less than ideal. Personally, I have a few but after this guest bedroom transformation, I&#8217;ll have one less! The overall design goal for this guest bedroom is to create a modern space with bold details. I wanted this space to have a lot of personality and I&#8217;m loving how it&#8217;s shaping up! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1867\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/DSC02280-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4852\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>This post contains affiliate links. We will earn a small commission, at no extra charge to you, if you make a purchase using any of our links. Thank you for your continued support!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How We Added Functional Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s no such thing as too much storage and I&#8217;m always looking for ways to create more in our home. A storage bench was a practical choice because it also provided additional seating and a quiet corner to unwind. It&#8217;s definitely one of the DIY updates I love in our guest bedroom. Bernard created a similar <a href=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/index.php\/2022\/05\/08\/diy-storage-bench-how-we-made-this-happy-addition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Playhouse Storage Bench<\/a> that you should check out also!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_5267.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4843\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_5268.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4844\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shop 3\/4&#8243; plywood <a href=\"https:\/\/homedepot.sjv.io\/MXMY7q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since we were working with a 14ft. space, Bernard found it easier to build the storage bench in 3 sections. It was also much easier to transport them up the stairs and to the guest bedroom for installation. Each bench was built using <a href=\"https:\/\/homedepot.sjv.io\/MXMY7q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3\/4&#8243; plywood<\/a> that Bernard secured together with screws and wood glue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_5669.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4845\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_6440.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4846\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shop Bench Hinges <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Ea3aft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re a fan of woodworking projects, then be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/store.neatlyliving.com\/#\/store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Build Plans<\/a> for affordable, do-it-yourself wood projects. <\/p>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DIY Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re ever needing to install cabinet door <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Ea3aft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hinges<\/a>, then we highly recommend purchasing a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3EdEoLg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">concealed hinge jig<\/a>. It creates the perfect spacing without any guesswork!<\/p>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Perfect Moody Color Combo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You all know how I feel about Sherwin Williams Iron Ore! It&#8217;s a dark paint color but still adds warmth to a space. Two years ago when we started updating this guest bedroom, we created a vertical slat wall! You can find this slat wall project details <a href=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/index.php\/2020\/07\/22\/modern-diy-slat-wall-ready-for-a-weekend-project\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a>.  There were some finishing touches we failed to complete at the time and as part of the update, we made sure to tackle them. We <a href=\"https:\/\/homedepot.sjv.io\/3Pj7Yn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">caulked<\/a> the slat seams, <a href=\"https:\/\/homedepot.sjv.io\/rnz53j\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">filled in<\/a> all the brad nail holes, and switch the paint finish from semi-gloss to matte. BEST DECISION EVER! The refreshed look is so clean, seamless, and perfect!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_6460.jpg\" alt=\"Black slat wall DIY update in guest bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-4847\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1058\" height=\"1411\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_6611.jpg\" alt=\"Black and green accent walls DIY update in guest bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-4848\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SW Iron Ore || SW Rosemary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it came time to choose a paint color to pair with SW Iron Ore, there were only two contenders. In the end, I went with Sherwin Williams Rosemary and I don&#8217;t regret that choice one bit! This striking paint combo is easily one of the DIY updates I love in our guest bedroom. I wanted to create the illusion of an alcove and so I asked Bernard to extend the green color onto the ceiling!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1411\" height=\"1058\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_6543.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4849\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re wondering how Bernard achieved those perfectly crisp paint lines, especially on textured walls, you&#8217;ll find those details <a href=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/index.php\/2022\/06\/03\/how-to-use-paint-to-create-magic-hallway-refresh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a>. I&#8217;m also linking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/shop\/neatly.living\/photo\/amzn1.shoppablemedia.v1.72b1172a-d8d5-491c-ab5f-7f52c65aa661?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_own_neatly.living_dp_4x9ILlYtWtR8Y\">HERE<\/a>, some of our favorite paint project supplies to help you tackle your next paint project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1411\" height=\"1058\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/IMG_6560.jpg\" alt=\"Green accent wall DIY update in guest bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-4850\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6021375135080120\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3858885546\"><\/ins>\r\n\t<script>\r\n         (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n\t<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guest Bedroom Reveal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adding the storage bench and repainting the guest bedroom were all part of phase 1 of this room transformation. While I&#8217;m thrilled with the progress we&#8217;ve made, I&#8217;m so excited to keep going!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"2100\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/DSC02181.jpg\" alt=\"Decorated DIY updates in guest bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-4853\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"2100\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/DSC02188.jpg\" alt=\"Decorated DIY updates in guest bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-4854\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next project which we&#8217;re already working on is creating a TV accent wall. This will be like nothing we&#8217;ve ever done before and I hope it&#8217;ll leave you inspired!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns no-bottom-margin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"2100\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/DSC02209.jpg\" alt=\"Black and green accent walls DIY updates in guest bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-4855\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"2100\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/DSC02245.jpg\" alt=\"Black slat wall DIY update in guest bedroom\" class=\"wp-image-4856\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Savor these views because the next time you see this space, there will be additional changes, all for the better! You guys helped me select some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/shop\/neatly.living\/photo\/amzn1.shoppablemedia.v1.35ba5da7-9f94-4fec-8bbd-bff31cab4c1a?ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_own_neatly.living_dp_8DcyowuvUyqRF\">NEW ART<\/a> for this space which I&#8217;ll be debuting with the updated TV wall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1867\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/DSC02249.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4858\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I also just received a beautifully crafted two-tone <a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/cz-n\/gxybp4cu5bx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blanket ladder<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/cz-n\/gxybq3cu5bx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">throws<\/a> that I&#8217;m dying to show you guys! We may not be the fastest DIY and Design team, but our level of detail and craftsmanship is what we&#8217;re super proud of. Plus, I think our projects are usually worth the wait!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1867\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/neatlyliving.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/DSC02277.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4860\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s something about photos that really allow you to soak up all the details of a beautifully designed space! Thank you for being here and supporting our journey to truly customize our home! Until next time friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"signature wp-block-paragraph\">Aminah Chung<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch Our Guest Bedroom YouTube Video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY Guest Bedroom Makeover - Part 1| Storage Bench + Paint Project | Bedroom Design Ideas\" width=\"525\" height=\"295\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-d37j0OVKqw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The DIY updates I currently love in our guest bedroom are the moody paint colors and added storage! 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