Why hide the tape behind kids’ art when it can be used as part of the masterpiece? Use a different color of tape to enhance each piece or use the same color throughout. You can even use a few colors per piece. There are no rules, so have fun with it. Choose painter’s tape or […]

It’s July, and if you live and work in Calgary, Alberta like we do, you know it’s Stampede time! And Under the Roof’s headquarters are located only a few blocks away from the greatest outdoor show – The Calgary Stampede.  Yee haw! In addition to testing new rides, watching the rodeo, cheering on the chuck wagon races, and taking in the Grandstand show while we eat mini donuts, we’re of...

We love to hear from you – to get your feedback on our products, déco articles, and how-to videos. But we especially love it when you send us pictures of your own wall decorating projects, and that’s exactly what Michael did. “I would like to share my latest wall deco with antique maps and kindly ask for your opinion,” he wrote “I used all your products to put my frames...

When the warm weather starts arriving, it’s only natural to feel it’s time to decorate your outdoor space. So, draw on your indoor decorating skills to create a comfortable and welcoming outdoor space to enjoy with family and friends, or just unwinding by yourself. Mirrors, traditionally used inside, have the same effect outside. They’re the perfect way to create interest on a terrace, deck or garden. A few inspirational looks…....

In a previous post, we talked about decorating with plates, using them as pieces of artwork for your walls.  Although it’s not a new trend, eye catching plate displays are popping up everywhere from décor magazines and blogs to design shows.  Here are some of our favorite looks. Photos via JPD School of Design Palm Beach, Florida Which look is your favorite? Liette Tousignant I’m passionate about picture hanging and...

Do you have some mismatched frames that you don’t know what to do with? Just give them a fresh coat of paint to transform them into instant Wall Art. It’s a creative and chic way to dress up your walls without spending any money on artwork. Here, everything was painted white, from walls, picture frames, floor, ceiling to the decorative moulding. The look is peaceful, bright and makes the narrow hallway...

Have you ever seen a beautiful wall arrangement like this one in your favorite décor magazine and wanted to recreate it in your home? Of course you have, but if you’re like most people, you’d never think of recreating the same look in your house because you’re afraid that you’d mess up your walls. Right? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Here are a few easy steps to help you recreate...

Hammering nails into a plaster wall can be a nerve wracking experience. After all, the plaster might crack, crumble or even chip off, damaging your wall. Don’t be afraid! It is possible to hang artwork on plaster walls without causing damage, here are a few options to consider: Drill and Hang: Once you know where to hang your piece (see Hang & Level below) cover the mark with painters’ tape...

Most of us don’t usually think of plates as pieces of artwork but if you have cupboards filled with antique plates you’ve inherited, masterpieces ceramic plates done by the kids, or survivors of a set that lost of few pieces this is a great way to showcase them in your home or at the cottage. We saw this décor idea in a mini booklet by Home Made Simple inserted in...

  The fireplace is the natural focal point of any room which means, when it comes to decorating the space above the mantel, don’t be afraid to go big in order to turn it into a conversation piece. What to hang above the mantel Hanging a large mirror is always a great way to accentuate a fireplace as the focal point of a room. Paintings, photos, framed maps, children’s artwork,...

Over the years, we’ve tried many different laser levels but never found one that worked well for hanging pictures. That is, until now. Recently, we used Black & Decker’s new SureGrip, along with Hang & Level to hang these three pictures. It took us less than ten minutes to hang them all perfectly leveled and we didn’t make any extra holes in the walls. The SureGrip laser level projects a straight line...

Looking for a quick way to decorate your walls that won’t cost a fortune? Here’s a DIY art project that cost less than $70 and took only minutes to put together. We bought 3 frames and wrapping paper at Walmart. Yes, gift wraping paper. We picked the bright daisies to add a fun and energetic touch to the walls and to the space. You can frame anything that appeals to you....