Foyer
If you're entertaining family and friends for the holidays, you'll want to make a statement about your home the minute they walk through the door. Create a grand entrance for your guests with an elegant foyer. You can add new features to your foyer that may look lavish, but are relatively easy to achieve. With just a few changes, you can offer a first impression that's sure to linger.
Flooring
New flooring will have a dramatic effect on your home. Because it covers such a large, noticeable area, it will have a lasting impact on your home's appearance. However, keep in mind that your foyer not only will get a lot of heavy traffic over the holiday season, but throughout the year. Consequently, it's important to have flooring that is both stylish and durable. Do-it-yourself floor tile can have a huge effect here. It's not only smart and elegant, but also hard-wearing and weather-resistant. Also, the possibilities for patterns are endless. Create a checkerboard pattern using a variety of colours and materials, or go with a consistent look using marble tiles in a simple grid.
Moulding
When it comes to the finer details of your foyer, moulding can instantly turn the reception area of your home into a space with classic style. Elegant crown moulding adds architectural detail and a decorative touch to your entryway that will easily impress guests at first glance. For a complete look, add an architrave as well, which is the moulded, ornamental frame that tops your front door. An architrave helps frame your entryway and offers a stately appearance to your entire foyer. This type of project can be completed in just a few hours using pre-primed moulding, resulting in affordable elegance.
DIY Tip: Installing crown moulding isn't as hard as you might think. Use double-faced Flip FaceTM crown moulding, and make your project that much easier. With Flip FaceTM reversible crown moulding, you can set your saw just once for all your inside and outside corners. Just flip the moulding, and you've got the corner you want! That means less time working on getting your home ready for the holidays, and more time enjoying the party.
Paint
A little paint goes a long way - especially in a small space such as a foyer. Adding a fresh coat of paint to your entryway will give your guests a sense of your decorating spirit, and can easily set the tone for uplifting first impressions. Light colours and neutrals remain a good choice because they create a soothing effect and a welcoming space. However, don't get locked into following traditions if it's not your style. If you're looking to add flair, choose hot hues and fresh shades that are beautifully bold.
DIY Tip: For a quick finish to your painting project, consider BEHR PREMIUM PLUS ULTRATM Interior, the new paint and primer in one. With this one-can paint solution you won't have to use a separate primer, even if you're making drastic colour changes.
Lighting
Lighting is the finishing touch that helps set the mood in your foyer. Elegant lighting creates an inviting atmosphere, and can have some wonderful effects for arriving guests. It can make a small space feel larger, accent a piece of wall art, or be the focal point itself. For an eclectic look that provides fashion and function, match the overall finish of your pendant lighting with frosted glass wall sconces for a warm, embracing ambience.
