How to Add Charm to Your Home: Panelling and Trim
A lot of homes are lacking dimension and character these days...
At Ever Interiors we value timeless homes, but also homes that are unique and exude personality. In this series we are going to dive into the many ways you can add character to your home.
In this series we’re going to cover:
Panelling & Trim
Paint & Wallpaper
Lighting
Furniture
Art
Decor & Styling
The Important Details
Let’s get started!
Part 1: Panelling & Trim
For those looking to enhance the interior architecture of their home, or add some character to your B.C. box, this one’s for you. One of the most impactful ways to bring character into your home is through wall panelling and trim. To make it feel intentional and original to your home, it’s important to consider the homes architectural style and the location of the home itself.
Let’s dive into ways you can add panelling & trim to your home – and if it’s the right fit for you.
highlight your walkways
Add thicker trim, wooden beams, or panel the inside of your walkway to highlight your homes architecture — especially if your home doesn’t have many architectural features!
install a ceiling medallion
Depending on the style of the medallion it can be such an easy upgrade — this looks especially lovely in traditional homes.
update your crown molding
Add to or replace your crown molding with something more ornate or detailed.
easy addition: corbels
Add a corbel to your ceiling beams, walkways, or little niches like this for effortless charm.
add trim to your ceiling
Such an easy addition with a big impact! Add a decorative trim piece to your ceiling, reflecting your crown molding. This can be as extravagant or simple as you like.
give your stairs some attention
Decorative accents on the side of your steps are a sweet addition to your traditional home. Also, consider the design of your baseboards that lead up the stairs.
ceiling beams — wood or painted
Ceiling beams add great visual weight to your ceiling and can work with any ceiling height. If real beams aren’t in the budget, try faux/hollow beams made out of real wood or painted beams.
add onto your casings and baseboards
Add on to your existing trim or baseboards with an additional trim piece for a more upscaled look. You can install an additional piece of trim to thicken the casing, or add a decorative thin piece for more interest.
plaster details
Designs and locations for this are limitless. Plaster details best suit heritage homes, Mediterranean homes, and homes that already have plaster walls.
goodbye builder-grade doors
Add trim to your slab doors for a paneled look, or add decorative trim to your paneled doors for an even more ornate look.
wall panelling
Whether its shiplap, wood slated walls, or picture frame molding, ensure your panelling aligns with the architectural style of your home. To make the wall panelling feel original to your home, panel every wall in the room and don’t limit the panelling to one room.
wood = warmth
We need more wood in our homes! Wood adds instant warmth, depth, and character. Whether it’s on the wall or ceiling, there’s a style that can can suit any type of home.
get creative
Try continuing your wall panelling up the ceiling for extra impact. Or continue the panelling onto unexpected places like your door or the inside of a cupboard.
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