Classic Dining

Room by Room : Episode RXR-1209 -- More Projects »
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Before: A large buffet will hold the many necessities for entertaining, but needs to be dressed up.
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After: The simple window treatments allow the windows to be open, and large accessories only add to the beauty of the buffet.

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Before: These doors between the living and dining room need some softness and privacy features.
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After: Simple gauze window treatments soften the lines of the doors while allowing a view to the adjoining room.

Dine in style in this classic room. The warm wood furniture is a beautiful start , but the hard edges and bare walls need to be softened. Hosts Matt Fox and Shari Hiller add columns, wall and ceiling painting techniques for texture, plus show a unique way to hide an old radiator. The grand-scale accessories complete the room and make it ready for years of entertaining.