Simple stripes in a wide, non-repetitive pattern give this room a distinctive personality. The colors chosen give it an airy, yet sophisticated feel. By using subtle tones, the stripes compliment the decor, not compete with it.

When dealing with small spaces, limit color variations to maintain a room's intimacy. The decorative finish used in this photo enhances the décor by using the predominant colors of the furnishings within the room. The sponging pattern is subtle and tight to act only as a backdrop, not the focal point.

Faux affects can be an unsuspecting and exciting finale when applied to non-typical surfaces. In spaces where color and patterns are bold, decorative finishes must be well thought out. In this room, the five-color sponging on the ceiling brings a certain warmth to the space, while complimenting the colorful and lively elements that are predominant.

This photo shows how decorative paint effects can be used with the existing raised wall texture to provide additional depth and dimension to the painted surface.