Head-over-heels for high-end wallpaper but not so enamored with the price tag? Create it yourself using a wallpaperlike stencil pattern. Paint the wall with a base coat in a deep hue, then stencil the design in a lighter metallic paint. Wallpaper stencils come in large sheets, so you just roll the pattern and repeat.

The best part? No picking and peeling stubborn wallpaper when you're ready for a change. Simply repaint and enjoy.