Renovation Reality Checks

Betsy Helmuth shares tips for spring decorating and answers listener questions about backsplashes, tile for a peninsula, drapes, a master bedroom feature wall, and a basement renovation. Plus, info on her online classes, YouTube channel, and premium membership. 0:00 Online class bundle promotion 1:25 Podcast introduction 1:40 Spring and listener questions 2:23 Jamie's backsplash question 5:52 Jamie's peninsula tile question 10:35 Jamie's drapes question 13:31 Commercial break: YouTube channel and social media 14:32 Jamie's master bedroom feature wall question 17:31 Amy's basement renovation question 28:52 Conclusion and premium membership promotion 30:06 closing remarks - In a kitchen with natural maple cabinetry, adding a backsplash up to the ceiling is not recommended if the cabinets do not reach the ceiling, as it will create an awkward visual gap. - Using gray grout instead of black with white subway tiles in a kitchen helps avoid overly harsh contrasts and potential staining issues. - When treating windows in a living room for a cohesive look, it's essential to match drapes to the sliding door's drapes, ensuring they are the appropriate length without excessive puddling on the floor. Additional show notes: Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question. Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes. Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy. For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com. For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com. For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.