I hope you enjoyed having a look at our living room last weekend and as promised I want to show you the hallway today more than anything to gee me up to get this space…

Hi All I recently fitted dado rails in the hallway and landing to break up the large ceilings and restore a bit of period character to the house (circa 1905). I'm struggling to decide on colour choice above & below though? And should there be any thought given to co-ordinating with adjacent roo...

One of the distinctive elements that contribute to our love of period homes is the architectural features. The art of painting them is more than a simple task of adding colour; it's a delicate balance between preserving the historical integrity of the home and adding a contemporary touch.Also called a chair rail, the dado rail sits just above the dado (the lower part of the wall just above the skirting board) and it often presents a problem when it comes to painting the wall. Should you…

A guide to when you should paint the wall colour above the picture rail and when to paint it the same as the ceiling. Find out which look is right for you.

How to Add a Dado Rail to a Wall - From Evija with Love. Farrow & Ball Railings

A recent project reveal showcasing this modern entry hallway design. We used a half painted wall with a dado rail on top for a bold look. The floating hallway console shelf also acts as the perfect hallway storage solution.

Make your period property stand out, or add detailing to an otherwise boxy room with these six modern picture rail and dado rail ideas.