"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In most design circles, painting natural wood is a no-go—we’ve all seen the Instagram discourse on the ...

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Simple changes in your home can brighten and elevate the space. Painting the walls or swapping out throw pillows are popular design recommendations yet often we don’t consider one of the largest ...