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Paint half a table You’ll likely see a lot of two-tone tables in the stores this fall—it’s an easy way to pull together different finishes in a room. Three looks to consider: a natural wood surface with a white base for a farmhouse feel (left); dark-stained wood with a black, navy or hunter-green base for an antique look (below); or for a surprising pop of color, a bold primary hue with any finish. DIY Sand wood or metal legs and base pieces to remove any flaked paint or rust. Prime and brush on two or three coats of paint.
McBride Convertible Table $399.95; pier1.com
LEFT: SIMON BROWN/LOUPE IMAGES
Trade a lampshade
READER TRICK I took our sectional apart to change the look of my living room. Now it’s easier to see each other, not just the TV! AMY TWIGG, Beaver Falls, PA
For a dramatic change (and ( not much money), swap in a new shade on your existing lamp—World Mark arke ett and HomeGoods have great options under $25. Try a pattern or, for a more subt ubtlle e update, a different texture (like jute or velvet) in your our original shade’s color.
Coral Burlap Accent Lamp Shade $12.99; worldmarket. com
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