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Luke Arthur Wells

Got a Stash of Sample Pots to Hand? 4 Genius Details You Can Create With Small Amounts of Paint That Will Totally Transform a Room

Deep beige sitting room with checkerboard stripes painted on the ceiling.

I’ve always got a stash of paint sample pots to hand — you’d be amazed at how often they come in handy for small but impactful DIY projects. Because, actually, you don’t need to totally repaint a room to give it something of a makeover; there are some clever ways to decorate that use small quantities of paint.

To prove my point, I’ve found four cool, modern paint ideas that all use smaller pots, whether it’s a liter or a tester, to do something that completely changes the feel of the room. From painted borders to using color in a way that shifts the design dynamic, here’s how you can make a little go a long way.

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