Lou Manfredini's Room Smarts

TURN AN ORDINARY ROOM INTO SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY

Renovating a family or living room, even a rec space, doesn’t have to be a stress-inducing nightmare, a yearlong commitment, or a major drain on your wallet. Whether you want to spruce up your underutilized living room to make it a beacon rather than an embarrassment, or give your family room a snazzy new look that is both fun and practical, Lou Manfredini (AKA “Mr. Fix-It”) can give you the guidance and insights you need to make the changes—and make them work!

• Devise a multipurpose family room that satisfies both parents and kids
• Accentuate the room with proper lighting—both natural and electric
• Discover the secret of built-ins and other storage hints
• Select the right furniture and layout to give
your living room a “signature look”
• Master faux finishing and other painting techniques
• Learn which projects require expert assistance—
and which you can handle yourself
• Avoid pitfalls and ask the right questions of your contractor
• Decorate on a budget and learn to accessorize

Includes “Lou’s Clues” (essential tips), illustrations,
anecdotes, specific prices, and a lifetime of insight