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If you are one of the many fans of ‘farmhouse chic’ or ‘rustic vogue’ design principles, then you have probably come across the eye-catching whitewashed look on Pinterest, interior design blogs, or home trend magazines. Mixing white paint and water, a thinner, semi-transparent paint is created and used on wood,…

It’s no secret that we highly recommend the use of chic area rugs throughout the home, both as stylish, decorative pieces and as valuable protectors of your floors underneath. No matter what motivates you to start shopping for a rug, colors and design patterns are surely important parts of your…

Beautiful, long-lasting, and durable are just a few words that describe the look and feel that gorgeous hardwood flooring is cherished for. In fact, with the right look, hardwood flooring can take a house from ordinary to unforgettable. No matter what trends may come and go, specific colors, textures, and…

The striking visuals and gorgeous textures of laminate flooring have never been more popular! Our shoppers love how easy laminate is to maintain, the valuable price point this durable surface offers, and the many options available inside the showroom at Johnston Paint & Decorating in Columbia, MO. The number one…

For many homeowners, this unpredictable year has seemed longer than usual but the holiday season is now upon us, bringing joy and comfort once again! With less travel during these Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year holidays than in years past, the team at Johnston Paint & Decorating in Columbia, MO…

As homeowners everywhere continue to use this year to complete overdue home improvements and design refreshes, creativity in décor is at an all-time high! After you get your stylish flooring solutions finished, it’s time to bring visual interest to other elements in the home. Have you ever considered installing an…

The natural stunning beauty of hardwood flooring makes it one of the most universally loved design elements among all homeowners, builders, and interior designers. With a wide range of striking textures, graining, shades, and distinct markings, finished wood floors can be as subtle or dramatic as desired, but all are…

Area rugs are both fun and functional! The right rug adds a pop of color to any room, highlighting your decor and elevating a room’s ambiance. Area rugs can also be used to add texture or definition to a space. Regardless of your design goals, however, you’ll need to make…

Adding a rug pad underneath your new area rug is like adding a foundation for your rug. You wouldn’t build a home without a foundation, right? Here are the top reasons you need a rug pad as well as how to choose one.They preserve the fibersHave you thought about your…

Working from home is now part of life for many. By now, you’ve probably had a space set up that gets the job done. But if you’re looking to move it or enhance it, here are five tips to keep in mind that should make the transition even smoother!Location, location,…