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Trade Secrets
Dawn Davis Decor offers tips, seasonal decorating trends, as well as secrets of the decorating trade in Trade Secrets articles.
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Powder Bath
Good morning. We move in our forever home on Thursday. Once I get settled I will be writing about our different spaces and explanations...
Jul 20, 20211 min read


Entry
We are delighted yesterday our final glass panel was installed in our front double doors. The front door is a focal point of the ...
Jul 9, 20211 min read


Landscape
Our landscape was installed today. We are so happy with the end result. Thankfully it rained off and on today while the sod was being...
Jun 28, 20211 min read


Laundry Room
Our laundry room I decided to paint Kelly Moore sea glass. It’s a soothing and a serene color. Sea glass is going to coordinate nicely...
Jun 26, 20211 min read


Countertops
Yesterday was exciting because the crew installed all of our countertops. The four countertop selections I chose throughout our home are...
Jun 24, 20211 min read


Entry and Stairwell Paneling
It was an exciting day to see my inspiration picture come to life in our new home today. The entry and the stairwell paneling are a...
Jun 17, 20211 min read


Crown Molding
Crown Molding is a finishing detail to elevate your room and draws your eye up to make your ceiling to appear taller. Most modern homes...
Jun 11, 20211 min read


Bathroom Tiles
These are the bathroom tiles I have chosen for our new home. The common thread to the tile choices are timeless and neutral. Our master...
Jun 3, 20211 min read


Pool Pillows
These are the outdoor pool pillows I ordered for our outdoor pool porch furniture. The bright deep blue with white lattice will...
May 30, 20211 min read


Cabinetry
Our custom cabinetry was delivered yesterday. We are happy with the quality and design. Living in Texas homes do not have basements as...
May 28, 20211 min read


Garage Doors
Our garage doors were installed this week and I’m happy with the decision I made from many choices to choose from. I wanted simple lines,...
May 22, 20211 min read


Interior paint color
Today was the day I chose all of my interior paint colors. The key to making this big decision easier is to research and to get lots of...
May 13, 20211 min read


Acrylic Stucco
The last coat of acrylic stucco is being applied to the exterior of our home. I‘m excited to see the final results once scaffolding is...
Apr 17, 20211 min read


Exterior Stucco Paint Color
I have gone back and forth deciding on our exterior stucco paint color. My top Benjamin Moore contenders were Silver Satin, Classic Gray,...
Apr 3, 20211 min read


Guitar Room
We ordered these two transitional chairs in indigo blue vintage velvet with brass nailhead trim for my husband’s guitar room. The wall...
Mar 19, 20211 min read


Fireplace Windows
Our floor to ceiling windows that flank our fireplace bring symmetry to our family room. I can already imagine this being a cozy spot for...
Mar 6, 20211 min read


White Oak Hardwood Flooring
Choosing hardwood flooring is a huge decision when building or remodeling a home. My choice for our home is the white oak stained pure...
Feb 27, 20211 min read


Master Bedroom Cathedral Ceiling
Our master bedroom cathedral ceiling gives the illusion that our bedroom is more spacious then it is. Another benefit is with our 10 ft....
Feb 23, 20211 min read


White Fabric
I’m choosing white fabric for sofa and coordinating occasional chairs. The color white can come across to stark so I like a slightly...
Feb 16, 20211 min read


Dining Room Wallpaper
This is my wallpaper I have chosen for my dining room. The name of the wallpaper is Bellflower. This cheery flower is dainty and a...
Feb 7, 20211 min read
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