Brightening the Bottom Line

Replacing the dated wood paneling with drywall and a fresh coat of warm paint really opens up the space. Removing the large pool table adds to that open feel. New window treatments, a new coffee table and accessories, plus furniture relocated from the living room pull it all together.

Cost breakdown:

furniture $1,700
paint and supplies $149
drywall $80
window treatments $68

Total: $1,997

Products from The Coaster Company of America:

two armchairs for living room, 3611
coffee table and sofa table for living room, 700138 and 700139
six dining-room chairs, 190062
desk, 5064
chairs for office, 5065
coffee table for family room, 720118

Product from Wickes Furniture:

Beige chenille loveseat for the living room, 13-60191

Products from Linens 'N Things:

84" living-room drapery panels, Pavillion 678298129507

Products from The Home Depot:

11 sheets of 1/2" 4 x 8 drywall for family room, 081099000270
base molding for office and family room, 099443778812
wall texture machine rental
living and dining room paint, Ralph Lauren's Tangier Island, NA05
paint for office, Ralph Lauren's Fairy Wren, NA61