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Are your walls feeling a little plain? Sometimes finding the perfect shade of paint just isn’t enough to complete a room. Before you start browsing wallpaper patterns or planning an elaborate gallery wall setup, HGTV stars Dave and Jenny Marrs want to offer an alternative.
In a recent Instagram post, the husband-and-wife design duo shared a roundup of their favorite nontraditional wall treatments, from shiplap to molding and wainscoting. And, needless to say, fans are obsessed.
The comments section was buzzing with praise for the project pictures, with one fan writing, “I have so many plain walls. You are such an inspiration, Jenny!” Another mused at Jenny’s creative visions, writing, “It’s beautiful. I only wish I could come up with things like that.”
The seven-photo carousel features inspiration for every room, from baths to bedrooms, and an array of powdery, pastel hues coating decorative wall paneling and custom millwork to achieve a layered, detailed, and sophisticated look without relying on busy patterns or carefully arranged frames.
So, how do you decide which millwork treatment is right for your space? First, consider function. Designing a bathroom means water resistance should remain top of mind to avoid mold and mildew issues later on, whereas a bedroom allows you to focus more on aesthetics. For Dave and Jenny, shiplap seems to be a favorite in the bath and kitchen, while board-and-batten paneling makes a regular appearance in bedrooms and living rooms.
So, how realistic is this fix? We’d all love to throw budget to the wind, but for most that isn’t the reality. Installing wainscoting can cost well over $1,000, depending on type and square footage. That cost can rise even more if there are repairs to consider before starting prep work. The good news is that these wall details are DIY-friendly, as you can read in our designer-led guide.
Lighting should also be considered when you’re choosing the perfect finish for your millwork of choice. Rooms with low natural light tend to look best in high-gloss and lighter hues, while rooms that catch a good amount of sunlight can handle darker, deeper tones and more matte finishes.
If your home design is lacking depth, the Marrses say millwork is the way to go.
