I transformed my hallway with a £12 buy – it looks like panelling but without the faff & everyone says it’s stunning
WANT to spruce up your home but don’t have time to redecorate and don’t want to splash the cash?
Well you could do what this woman did and transform your space for less, and it’s totally renter friendly too.
Lois Katherine, from Birmingham, gave her hallways the update it needed for just £12, and it took her no time at all to do.
She shared exactly how she did it on TikTok, and her viral video has left people inspired to do the same thing in their homes.
The mum bagged some peel and stick wallpaper from TikTok shop for just £11.30 – and she ended up having some leftover too.
The DIY whizz explained that she knew she needed to try the trend after she saw other people doing the same thing on social media, so took the plunge and placed her order.
The wallpaper comes in three different colours, black, grey and white, she noted.
“This was super thick and not thin and cheap looking. You simply cut and peel it to size,” she said.
Applying the wallpaper was easier than you could imagine too, and Lois managed to do totally on her own too.
She started by applying one sheet behind the console table in her hallway, then pleased with how it turned out added another for some extra definition.
The bargain buy is designed to look exactly like posh panelling, but unlike the real deal it won’t break the bank and is easy to remove if you’re renting.
Lois did the same thing with two sheets of the peel and stick design on the adjacent wall, and the result looked so stunning.
“Look at the difference for less than £12,” the mum raved on TikTok.
And she wasn’t the only one who was impressed with her handywork, others rushed to the comments to praise the transformation too.
One said: “Looks lovely but does it show all the imperfections on the wall underneath?”
But Lois assured that the wallpaper is thick enough to hide any lumps and bumps you might already have on your walls.
“This looks beautiful, I bought the same paper and I love the wood feel on it,” a second wrote.
“You are making it look way too easy,” another chimed in.
And someone else said: “So stunning, well done you.”
10 DIY hacks for under £1 each
These simple and affordable DIY hacks can help you get creative while saving money
Homemade Air Freshener:
Mix baking soda with a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Place it in a small jar with a perforated lid to keep your home smelling fresh.
Upcycled Tin Can Planters:
Clean and paint empty tin cans to use as stylish planters for herbs or small plants.
Custom Phone Stand:
Use a sturdy piece of cardboard or an old plastic credit card to create a custom phone stand. Decorate it with washi tape or paint.
DIY Lip Scrub:
Combine sugar and a bit of honey or coconut oil to make a natural lip scrub. Store in a small container.
Personalised Bookmarks:
Use old greeting cards or decorative paper to create unique bookmarks. Punch a hole at the top and add a ribbon for a finishing touch.
Decorative Mason Jars:
Paint or decoupage old mason jars to use as decorative vases, storage containers, or candle holders.
Easy Cable Organiser:
Use empty toilet paper rolls to organize cables and cords. Decorate the rolls with colorful paper or tape.
Magnetic Spice Jars:
Attach small magnets to the lids of small jars and stick them to a metal board or fridge for easy-access spice storage.
Handmade Coasters:
Cut out squares from old corkboard or felt and decorate them with paint or fabric to create custom coasters.
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner:
Mix equal parts water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Add a few drops of essential oil for a pleasant scent. Use it to clean surfaces around your home.