Painted built in bookshelves living room

Last minute I decided to paint the backings of the bookshelves to add a pop of color. I started mixing a few Annie Sloan paints together, I felt a little like a scientist for a minute in my kitchen.I wasn't

Transform your dated shelves with black paint. Our "Black Paint Magic Makeover in the Kitchen" turned into quite the magical transformation!

One of the smaller items that added to the charm of our old home is the built-in bookshelves in our sitting room. Admittedly, they are not well built and have a lot of flaws, but for now, we figured we’d give them some life with paint! This would really marry the flooring and other paint […]

Painting bookshelves is a great way to completely change the look and feel of a room. Adding paint can quickly and easily transform and update old bookcases with a finish that will last for years to come. In this article, I will outline the best process I have found

Adding a fresh coat of paint to almost anything can revamp it and give it a new look, so why not paint the back of your bookcase? But how do you choose what color to paint it? Well, we have researched the answer for you and have some tips and suggestions about how to choose […]

Built-in cabinetry in your living spaces defines the room and grounds the space. These photos show great examples of custom shelves around a fireplace, creative ways to hide a television and display art.

Fenching blue - proper paints

A detailed look at how to create DIY built in Billy bookcases, and how to paint them. Tips for painting bookcases in place!

blue built in shelves storage in living room

Give your bookshelves some color for a whole new look. Here are 10 examples to help you paint a bookshelf, from subtle to bold, and some styling tips to try once the pain is dry.