Episode 20 of Young House Love Has A Podcast is here — hard to believe we’ve reached twenty episodes! In this installment we dig into the ongoing white wall trend, talk about why so many bloggers and designers choose white paint, and explore whether white walls read as bright and cheerful in real life or cold and stark. We chat with two bloggers — one who’s a white-wall fan and one who’s not convinced — and share our own pros and cons. We also give a sneak peek at a new outdoor irrigation project, describe a personal (and slightly awkward) renovation update, and continue our efforts to cut down on unwanted mail.
You can listen to this episode on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio, or your preferred podcast app. Below are the show notes with links, photos, and notes referenced in the episode.
What’s New
- We’ve started our Operation Irrigation Installation and shared a sneak peek of the process.
- Also, true to her word, Sherry insisted we skip any close-up mouth or teeth photos. She says, and we agree, some things are better left unseen.
What’s Not
- If you enjoy design trivia, we mention a piece called “14 Sturdy Facts About Home Improvement” during the episode.
- We also laughed about a throwback Facebook memory: a friend Photoshopped a picture to celebrate our first book tour stop — including a questionable new haircut for Sherry.
Listener Question
- Want to ask us something on the show? Leave a voicemail at 571-4-YHL-HAP (571-494-5427).
- Guests in this episode: Elsie Larson from A Beautiful Mess and Katie Bower from Bower Power Blog. We had a great conversation about white walls and how they perform both on camera and in daily life.
- We also reference a round-up of recommended white paint colors and explain why certain neutrals have become industry favorites. Experts often choose versatile whites that photograph well while providing a clean backdrop for colorful accents.
- Below are photos of two white-walled rooms in our home — both feature colorful ceilings, which is one reason we like white walls: they let you add color elsewhere without overwhelming the space.
- We also show examples of white walls throughout our Showhouse tour, where white provides a neutral canvas for furniture, art, and finishes.
- For paint names, ceiling colors, and product sources from our rooms, check the “Shop Our House” area of the site where we list specific finishes and decor used throughout our home.
We’re Digging
- Sherry has been enjoying Dan Harris’s book and keeps recommending it out loud to anyone who will listen.
- On the magazine front, we shared a current subscriptions list. It’s helpful to regularly review subscriptions to avoid unwanted renewals. Some titles we read include Real Simple, Runner’s World, House Beautiful, HGTV Magazine, Southern Living, Wired, Mental Floss, BHG, Martha Stewart, Entertainment Weekly, and House & Home.
Tip: If you remember us raving about something in a past episode but can’t recall which show notes it was in, we maintain a master list of “We’re Digging” recommendations across all episodes for easy reference.
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