A few years ago, if you were updating your existing kitchen cabinets, you’d probably default to painting them. But now that wood-toned cabinets are making a comeback, re-staining them is becoming a more popular option. Enter: Jane’s dilemma. Jane wrote: Hi kaitlin, I am trying to figure out what to do with my cabinets in... The post Reader Q: Paint or Stain for a Cabinet Makeover? appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

Off white paint colors are notoriously tricky, because they tend to look different in different settings (all paint colors can be are chameleons, but especially shades of white). You might think you found a gorgeous off white paint when you’re standing under the fluorescent lights of the hardware store, but then when you get home... The post 6 Off-White Paint Colors That Don’t Look Yellow appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

If you love a farmhouse vibe, you might be wondering if you should take the leap and add shiplap to your home, or if shiplap and farmhouse is going out of style and you should choose a different wall detail instead. It’s a valid question, because shiplap has been everywhere over the last 10 years,... The post Is Shiplap Still In Style? appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

I think my favorite part about being pregnant was designing my kids’ nurseries. I was never a fan of being pregnant, but I sure did love decorating a baby’s room. There’s just something so exciting, and sweet, and fun about it. Now that I have three kids, my family is definitely complete, but my love... The post Moodboard Monday: A Green Gender Neutral Nursery appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

Today I want to talk to you about one of the aspects of decorating that leaves a lot of people feeling overwhelmed: Paint Color. Specifically, how to choose a paint color for your home that complements your space, and one that you’ll love for a long time.  It’s easy to get hung up on paint... The post How to Choose a Paint Color- The Ultimate Guide To Help You Become a Paint Color Pro appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

I recently sent a note to my email list looking for reader design questions. I often get notes from readers asking about paint colors or rug size, but I thought it would be fun to share some of those questions, and my answers, here. The first on came from Kelly from Iowa. Kelly had recently... The post Reader Q: Window Treatments for a Large Window in a Living Room appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

If you told me a few years ago thank pink bathrooms would be the hot design trend in 2024, I would have been skeptical. I mean, it’s been years since pink was used in design as anything other than a kids’ room color, or an accent color. It was probably the late 90s. (Which means... The post Pink Bathrooms are a Surprisingly Chic New Design Trend appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

After pouring over about a dozen blue paint samples, I recently chose Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue for my sons’ room makeover … and I love it. It’s a gorgeous, mid-tone shade of blue, and honestly, one of the prettiest colors I’ve seen in a long time. I went with Bracing Blue because I wanted a... The post Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue Review & Why I Chose it for My Boys’ Room appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

If you’re on the hunt for stores like Serena and Lily, you’re probably a big fan of the classic California coastal look, but perhaps looking for something a bit more budget friendly. Or maybe you’ve got hard on Serena & Lily styles and are looking for complementary brands to mix into your home decor so... The post 13 Stores like Serena & Lily For Chic & Coastal Decor appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more

If you’re considering using Benjamin Moore Hale Navy in your home, you’re in the right place! I’ve used this beautiful navy blue paint color four times in my own homes over the last ten years. Once in my dining room, once in my husband’s office, once in my sons’ room, and once as an accent... The post Benjamin Moore Hale Navy: Is it the Right Color For Your Room? appeared first on Kaitlin Madden Home Blogger ..read more