17 Fun Paint Projects to Brighten Your Space

“A single piece of art on the big wall in my son’s playroom wasn’t cutting it — now it’s a very fun space to walk into,” says Los Angeles blogger Molly Madfis (@almostmakesperfect). She freehanded the larger-than-life sun and created her own stencil to keep the bursts consistent. DIY FYI: “Have your original wall color on hand to touch up any mistakes,” says Molly. It will take the pressure off. (Paint: Vanilla Chai by Clark + Kensington)

1. Download “h” and “i” templates at hgtv.com/diy-doormat, print on cardstock and cut out.

2. Place a strip of duct tape to the left of the doormat's center. Position the “i” cutout and secure with a strong adhesive spray, like Super 77 by 3M. Do the same with the “h” stencil, then tape off the remaining coir.

3. Spray-paint. Remove the stencils and tape while the paint is still wet. Let dry.

(Paint: Greenery by Montana Gold)

No matter how dowdy one is, it’ll look amazing in color. Remove the cushion, dust the frame with a microfiber cloth, spray on several coats of paint plus primer, and let it fully dry. While you’re at it, take the cushion and your choice of fabric (this one is from Zazzle) to an upholsterer. (Paint: Gloss Deep Blue by Rust-Oleum)

When people see this bathroom for the first time, they can’t believe it isn’t tile. “They actually touch the wall to be sure!” says blogger Holly Taylor (@calling_allcreators), who lives in Omaha, Nebraska. She got the hex tile effect by painting the bottom of the wall dark gray and the top white, then patterning it with the Metro Hex Tile stencil from Cutting Edge Stencils. DIY FYI: “Use a level when placing the first stencil, then every so often to make sure you are keeping things straight,” says Holly. “With patience and persistence, anyone can do this!” (Paints: Alabaster and Peppercorn, both by Sherwin-Williams)