Guest Room Makeover | My First Time Concrete Grinding + DIY Giant Plant Accent Wall

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  • @LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz

    It’s official - I am diving into my desert home renovation with HP. I wanted to try a lot of new things in this episode from grinding concrete floors to installing a larger than life plant wall to starting the closet built-in’s. I felt unstoppable turning to my HP Dragonfly Pro to problem solve along the way and getting this project done is two days time. To see the full specs and grab your own, click right here my loves: www.hp.com/us-en/laptops-and-2-in-1s/dragonfly-pro.html?jumpid=sv_us_yt_mk_ot_cm017679_x_ot_rm

    • @nicolesperdutodelguercio7293
      @nicolesperdutodelguercio7293 Před rokem

      You and the concrete grinder clips had me crying😂 those planters are beautiful!!! love the wall. Another beautiful design!! ❤

    • @kleinesren7064
      @kleinesren7064 Před rokem

      that laptop is simply stunning! Sad that I cannot afford it. I really like HP for laptops, and only have good experiences with them :) Love to see you getting sponsored by them!

  • @TheLaykaful
    @TheLaykaful Před rokem +114

    Keep that rust color on the ceiling. I think it looks great with the contrast of green and the neutral wood tones.
    I think it would be fun to stain the concrete floors. Do it cause you wanna! ❤

  • @Blehmerp
    @Blehmerp Před rokem +103

    Not me canceling my nap to watch Rachel’s new upload 😭😂

  • @kat4195
    @kat4195 Před rokem +36

    Video quality -- photography, story telling, editing -- is way up! Love the new format. Very engaging.

  • @gypsit7759
    @gypsit7759 Před rokem +40

    Wow, this was like old Rachel video DIY’s but better. More natural & fun - I laughed at least 3 times! Didn’t seem to be overthinking or stressed, just easy & fluid. Loved it! I vote to make the room more moody, rich old world colors that the plants would pop against. A room that stands on its own. Excited to see what you decide!

  • @juliehopersberger5194
    @juliehopersberger5194 Před rokem +1

    Omg the concrete grinder was hilarious 🤣🤣🤣🤣I’m so glad you got the hang of it!

  • @TinaMarie1984
    @TinaMarie1984 Před rokem +19

    You & that machine have me absolutely pissing my pants, Rach!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I’m dying! LMAO You’re a trooper for figuring it out & sticking with it XoXo

  • @jackieclark817
    @jackieclark817 Před rokem +1

    Luv the rust. Blue would work too with concrete and plants. Blaze is such a big boy now. Welcome Shane!!! Go Rachel ! Luv this!

  • @janhunt6214
    @janhunt6214 Před rokem +1

    Love love it, the natural birch wood,RUST color on ceiling,the plants,the concrete floor,& the plant HOLDERS! KUDOS to Shane (holders/stands are outstanding)! 💕💕💕

  • @raibrix
    @raibrix Před rokem +18

    “it’s like a rodeo” this made me laugh so hard. i tried using one of the concrete grinders one time and about got thrown across the room lol. love to see you learning to use it and just doing the damn thing. proud of all the projects you’ve accomplished throughout the years!! it makes me happy to watch your videos no matter what it is. i like the rust color still on the ceiling so maybe white wash on floors?? 🤔tough choices

  • @Kai-hy1wr
    @Kai-hy1wr Před rokem +44

    I love the rust colour! Maybe stain the concrete something darker might compliment the natural wood and rust tones.

  • @Bubblewrapper25
    @Bubblewrapper25 Před rokem +1

    Rachel! Love the dynamic shots in this video

  • @ChelseaFavelle
    @ChelseaFavelle Před rokem

    My vote is painting the interior of the closets in the rust fill the end caps of the closets with LED strips and finish then with fluted PVC (like a green house) and seal the existing concrete on the floor.
    Hope this helps love you Rachel!! Glad to see you up and running again; get it girl

  • @byDayelle4
    @byDayelle4 Před rokem +7

    This plant wall is everything! EVERYTHING! Carry the rust color down to the back of the built inns to pop against whatever decor you put on the shelves

  • @Ellierua
    @Ellierua Před rokem

    Love the ceiling the way it is. Maybe stain the floor just to elevate it...also nice as it is. Absolutely loving the accent wall. Beautiful

  • @brittanymontague5084
    @brittanymontague5084 Před rokem

    Keep the rust! It’s such a great color and contrast with the greenery and natural wood

  • @kayd1984
    @kayd1984 Před rokem

    LOVED this episode!!! My vote is a liiiight stain, there are probably cool vibes coming through that room right now!!! 💫

  • @megaamold9597
    @megaamold9597 Před rokem +2

    Love love L.O.V.E how you remake the already awesome DIY’s in your home! So excited to see how this guest room turns out, and ohh my lanta- that sander was insane!

  • @irischen3508
    @irischen3508 Před rokem +1

    Love the edit so much !! The plant wall is so cute. I’ve enjoyed keeping up with your diy life in the desert ❤

  • @marykempski3986
    @marykempski3986 Před rokem +2

    I love the room so far. I would like to see a stained concrete. Go for it! Nice to see another vid. 👏🏼👏🏼❤️

  • @milkweeddreams8828
    @milkweeddreams8828 Před rokem

    I'm kinda liking the terra cota ceiling, a very desert vibe against the paneling and plants...the grinder was fun and a concrete stain would be awesome...you're a brave woman and no holes in the walls were made...cheers...!

  • @lindaherman2317
    @lindaherman2317 Před rokem

    Laughed so hard almost wet myself! Had to play it again. You are amazingly talented and if all that is in your head, you are one blessed person. Love your ideas. Maybe you don’t know that God loves you and so do many many people. Take heart! ❤

  • @heidi.a.thomson
    @heidi.a.thomson Před rokem +1

    That was hilarious with the cement grinder! 😂

  • @EmmaKRedmon
    @EmmaKRedmon Před rokem

    I'm in love with that plant wall! I would keep the rust color and stain the concrete. I can't wait to see it completed with the bookshelves!

  • @lcschaechtele1982
    @lcschaechtele1982 Před rokem

    Love the floor! It turned out amazing. I say stain it a dark blue to accent the ceiling. And I LOVE THE PLANT WALL!! I want to do that in our master bedroom. I’ll keep you posted!!

  • @cristal.carrillo
    @cristal.carrillo Před rokem +2

    Love the accent wall 😍 looks amazing and those plants are looking gorgeous! Just wondering about the empty space that got covered up in the back, I thought that was going to be a closet for a second 😅lol

  • @jostewart1209
    @jostewart1209 Před rokem

    I love the rust ceiling, maybe a light, warm sandy color on the floor? Love the style of this video in general and especially the plant wall!!

  • @krystalreyes6499
    @krystalreyes6499 Před rokem +1

    Love the living wall! And loving the videography, okkkkk Shane!!!

  • @signedjmarie
    @signedjmarie Před rokem +21

    I can't believe how grown Blaze has gotten!!! He's such a big boy! Love the living wall, btw.

  • @hnycreek
    @hnycreek Před rokem

    That wall is FANTASTIC!! I love the ceiling that color and would love to see you stain the floor! Your style is magical!! PS: the concrete crushing was hysterical!! LOL

  • @jyhb5830
    @jyhb5830 Před rokem +1

    Great episode. I Love the rust color ceiling it’s a total vibe with the plants. Stained concrete floors are amazing. Can’t wait
    to see your living
    room/kitchen wall
    finished👏
    Also you genuinely seem happier ❤
    Good job Shane👍

  • @kristendawson273
    @kristendawson273 Před rokem

    Beautiful. Teal, turquoise blues for the closet doors.

  • @lindadelacy9330
    @lindadelacy9330 Před rokem

    WOW again!! My favorite thing about this video is hearing you laugh so much. Can't wait to see what's next! I like the rust color-- it sort of echoes some of the desert colors--like the sunsets....

  • @sofiajohansson2030
    @sofiajohansson2030 Před rokem

    I looove the celing color! And the new wall, looking forward to next episode.

  • @ananunez8374
    @ananunez8374 Před 2 měsíci

    So happy to see you back and going through ❤

  • @woofdes1480
    @woofdes1480 Před rokem +1

    LOVE THE GREEN! Plants are everything. 🥰🥰🥰

  • @brooklyngiraffe
    @brooklyngiraffe Před rokem +1

    Girl, you are back and amazing!

  • @kaitlinmeadows6273
    @kaitlinmeadows6273 Před rokem

    You are one hard rockin’ woman! Love the plant wall, love the rust ceiling, stain the concrete floor, keep us in the loop! So fun to watch you evolve!

  • @aprilchennuri2906
    @aprilchennuri2906 Před rokem +8

    Loving the Plant wall it looks so good. I'd keep the rust color ceiling and definitely stain the floors but whatever you decide to do it will look Great! 😁

    • @LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz
      @LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz  Před rokem +1

      Love that feedback - thank you.

    • @aprilchennuri2906
      @aprilchennuri2906 Před rokem

      @@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz You are so welcome, thank you for taking us along with all your great DIY projects.

    • @JJ-wx9ip
      @JJ-wx9ip Před rokem

      Agreed keep it spicy plus it’s still warm and the rustic ties into the earth home which I love 😊

  • @samantharowley125
    @samantharowley125 Před rokem

    Stained concrete is really cool. Easy to take care of as well.

  • @mariannerady1137
    @mariannerady1137 Před rokem

    uuh, congrats on that sponsorship! I am such a fan of having plants in the bedroom and bathroom, so yeay, love that for you

  • @giuliantoneIIi
    @giuliantoneIIi Před rokem

    A navy blue colour would look so so good with that rust ceiling. I don't know what you could do with the blue, but I just know it would look amazing

  • @littlerivercottage8558

    Exciting, I feel like it's Christmas.. ❤ your work Rachel

  • @2HotAtlanta
    @2HotAtlanta Před rokem +6

    I say move away from the rust and maybe stain the floor black or a bright color for contrast? Idk but super happy you’ll be back next week! 😊

  • @janhallmark320
    @janhallmark320 Před rokem

    Stain the floor! Great fun watching you with the machine. Rach 💪won it over! Love the plant wall !
    you rock Rach !

  • @denises9426
    @denises9426 Před rokem

    Rachel 1, concrete grinder 0! 😂 Nailed it 👑 Love the way this video was put together btw. Chefs kiss 😘 🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @lealauridsen3548
    @lealauridsen3548 Před rokem

    This gave me flashbacks to sanding my wood floors 7 years ago 😂

  • @xhaidobrownie
    @xhaidobrownie Před rokem

    love the new format and the giggles that concrete grinder gave you!! 💕

  • @heatherlaird-mcleod3271

    Spare room looks amazing🎉 That concrete grinder is a handful.

  • @Jen_S_Hassler1258
    @Jen_S_Hassler1258 Před rokem

    Ohhhhh my gosh, that concrete grinder! How were you able to keep it from damaging the walls?! That thing had a mind of it's OWN! 😱
    I love how your green thumb has been developing! Those plants are so easy to take care of and get to vine everywhere, so I'm sure it eventually won't matter what color the ceiling is because it will be covered with green. With that in mind, my idea for the walls and floor is to make a sort of reverse landscape, with the ceiling being dark (the ground,) the walls being a blue, possibly a tan to blue gradient (the horizon) and the floors being light (the sky.) That way, when the plants do take over the ceiling, it will look like your bed is hanging upside down over a jungle! 😂 Maybe that's too much, but that's how my mind works and i can't apologize for it. 🤓
    I am SO glad you're starting to feel like yourself again. I worry like a mama bear about you when you don't post regularly because I know that sometimes means you're struggling on your own, which I hate. I'm also glad you realize you can be yourself with us and we won't judge because you're such a beautiful wild woman, inside and out, and the world needs as much of you as it can get! Ok, sappy stuff over, I love you sweetheart, and thank you for such a great video! 🫂💐

  • @madelingoodland7421
    @madelingoodland7421 Před rokem

    Love you girl, amazing build. Love the orange but I would love to see a new color and yes stain the floor!!!!

  • @ihesharema
    @ihesharema Před rokem

    Girl I needed that laugh! So glad you were able to get the hang of the grinder and get the job done 🎉

  • @moyralouise7123
    @moyralouise7123 Před rokem

    That concrete machine with a mind of its own was hilarious 😂😂😂

  • @brookehermosillo9731
    @brookehermosillo9731 Před rokem

    Leave the floor! Looks amazing!

  • @desireecline8566
    @desireecline8566 Před rokem +1

    Love it! Go you , and good work Shane

  • @katieholsinger645
    @katieholsinger645 Před rokem

    Absolutely gorgeous diy plant wall! ALSO--- Your pup is giving me life! I have a Great Dane pup and she's a wonderful- full of energy and play and affection but definitely not a fan of me being on any device that takes my attention away from her. Lol. Dogs are really the best at giving all the love you can handle.

  • @JuliaPennyPhoenix
    @JuliaPennyPhoenix Před rokem

    Clear coat the cement floor and keep the terracotta color to compliment the plants 🪴❤ can’t wait until next episode

  • @barbbusby7862
    @barbbusby7862 Před rokem

    You had me giggling 😂 so much watching the concrete machine, good on you ❤

  • @paniHelena
    @paniHelena Před rokem

    I usually can't even advise myself, so I don't dare advise you, but I definitely want to say that the plant wall is just magical! And I also want to say how happy I am to see you happy, my dear! You have the best friends, two-legged and four-legged!

  • @sondracampbell8252
    @sondracampbell8252 Před rokem

    I love the color of the ceiling and I would stain the floor. It looks awesome!

  • @GymGirl88
    @GymGirl88 Před rokem

    Love this!! I think the rust in the back of the closets with the plywood "wrapping" the ceiling of the closets too would look really fun and connect the ceiling to that wall even more al0ngside the pothos on the ceiling

  • @ashleymariaa
    @ashleymariaa Před rokem

    Keep the rust!! I love that color!! I have no clue what stained concrete would look like, so I dont have an opinion on that.
    I LOVE the plants! Ugh, maybe one day of my life I'll have a plant wall.
    Congrats on your new laptop, and the pups are so cute 🤩🥰

  • @jbyrd2789
    @jbyrd2789 Před rokem

    Keep the rust color..and personally I like the lighter concrete look. So I would go for a light stain. if you go too dark of a stain on the floor it’ll make the room feel smaller. And if you do a white wash or a lighter stain, you could always add a rug with darker neutral tones to compliment the light wood your using for the planter wall. I think the rust color on the ceiling and the green from your plants 🪴 bring enough color to the room and you don’t want to compete with that with other colors if that makes sense. That plant wall is the show stopper of the room looooove it. Loooove you girl. You and Hannah Lee Inspire me so much. Can’t wait for your next Video

  • @rancho3548
    @rancho3548 Před rokem

    Really great energy in this project!! Thank you for sharing your creativity.

  • @nafeesaislam5314
    @nafeesaislam5314 Před rokem +1

    It looks great! Glad to see you happy and doing well.
    I just am not sure why you didn't use the back space for a walk-in closet behind the feature wall for your own storage of items. I am sure you have other things in mind that you might do and maybe extend the house from the back.
    As for the colour think a lighter colour on the walls would be better for that room so it doesn't feel small. You do have rugs etc which you can bring in on the floor or quilt covers or sheets on the bed, to tie the ceiling in too.

  • @kellyfields3061
    @kellyfields3061 Před rokem

    I'm happy this one woman show is getting more seasons. Personally I love the rust color especially with the wooden walls I think it fits with this era your in but you seem like such a lively and vibrant so I would like more vibrant and lively colors from you in the future. As far as the concrete goes please stain it I think it would really suit the room.

  • @terrypierce1661
    @terrypierce1661 Před rokem +4

    I think stain the concrete. Use a couple of different colors. Maybe the walls a warm cream color to hilite ceiling

  • @Suboptimalconditions
    @Suboptimalconditions Před rokem

    Yes!!! This is such a treat! I saved your video to watch when i woke up this morning because you and your life just makes me so happy. I aspire to diy my life with as much beauty and creativity as you do. You truly inspire me so much miss Rachel. ❤

  • @HomeByMon
    @HomeByMon Před rokem

    Omg girl that wall 😮😍 You are a queen!!!

  • @Kath-Erina
    @Kath-Erina Před rokem +1

    Eaht? Two uploads in a row? This feels like Christmas, I swear! Girl you go! I love your way of renovating!!! It's not perfect and you certainly go from grinding floors to decorating but it all makes sense!!! Can't wait to see more of the journey ❤
    So glad to see you better 😘
    Also the video itself was so high quality, the filming, the editing, like what?

  • @carolebuckle7977
    @carolebuckle7977 Před rokem

    I am in love with this plant wall 🥰🇬🇧xxxx

  • @lovekatiecole
    @lovekatiecole Před 4 měsíci

    “Deadlifting for 7 years” 😂 this was so fkn hilarious ❤

  • @TheMksullivan
    @TheMksullivan Před rokem

    Polished concrete w plants for the win

  • @ltlt3477
    @ltlt3477 Před rokem

    Floor: White wash (could be warm though with reflecting the sun) or stain (could a high gloss floor with visual "texture" [like stones or rocks] be an option?)
    Insets: Terracota texture, White texture, gold imparted color (and could still be textured), or a teal color (not for sure if you had used this color in the past.)
    And that is a beautiful wall!!! I loooooovvve pothos (is she a pothos? I can't have those anymore because they are poisonous to cats, but I am looking for a safe vining plant just like it.) That is going to come together AWESOME!! Keep doing your thang Miss Rachel!! Your work is beautiful!

  • @gerihenry2261
    @gerihenry2261 Před rokem

    Hey girl! It looks F-info amazing! I just love it. I have tons of plants climbing my walls as well but never thought of hanging my planters like that! I absolutely love it! I think you should go with a pebble floor, like the ones you see in garages. And maybe an earthy gray or something contrasting on the walls but natural. Love you!

  • @stephrms
    @stephrms Před rokem

    I think a really rich marbled stained concrete would be gorgeous! Similar to a jacobean shade, topped with a nice black and white rug

  • @QueerlyBeloved386
    @QueerlyBeloved386 Před rokem

    YAS!! Right on time sis. What a great makeover. That accent wall is everything. Limewash the floor.

  • @kyrafontaine9387
    @kyrafontaine9387 Před rokem

    Had to do that with the floor about 10 weeks ago and it was crazy how much of a work out it was.

  • @erinbloyed
    @erinbloyed Před rokem

    Love this! I personally like the floors the way they are. I also LOVE the rust color on the walls and would definitely keep! Can’t wait to see the next episode!!! ❤

  • @dawnpakstas4650
    @dawnpakstas4650 Před rokem

    That wall! Gorgeous!👍👍👍🇨🇦

  • @Ovaroe
    @Ovaroe Před rokem +3

    I have never been so early! lol Im so excited!! you have been giving me major motivation to get my butt in gear and do the things ive been putting off around my apartment.

  • @leeeplerine
    @leeeplerine Před rokem

    Love the rust with the green!

  • @beatricemckisset1128
    @beatricemckisset1128 Před rokem +1

    I love it keep the ceiling color and kinda marbalize the floor

  • @cks9516
    @cks9516 Před rokem

    I love it…so organic…love it all!!

  • @TamaryaS
    @TamaryaS Před rokem

    I’m with these ladies! Team concrete stain!

  • @cameronbazner
    @cameronbazner Před rokem

    Keep the rust color!!!! I LOVE IT

  • @aliciafagerman9183
    @aliciafagerman9183 Před rokem

    I really enjoyed your episode.

  • @MBrown333
    @MBrown333 Před rokem

    Definitely give the concrete floors some color! Aim for warm earthy tones. No cool grays.

  • @jdcasas2705
    @jdcasas2705 Před rokem

    Ok hear me out… use the accent wall as the headboard for the bead but obviously your going to still need a headboard so the pillows don’t fall down so I was thinking an acrylic headboard so you can still see the beautiful plants. And as for the color for the closest’s make them green the same as the plants. I really think that would be beautiful. If you don’t do it I’m stealing my idea for my house. 😊
    I’m so proud of you btw. I have missed you so much. Your a huge inspiration for me.

  • @aeriol4990
    @aeriol4990 Před rokem +2

    Looks soooo good! Leave the concrete floor as is without staining!!

  • @lexiqu360
    @lexiqu360 Před rokem

    Love the vision so far!

  • @moneymakingmikeg.9555

    Holy Moly Lemon Cannoli!! The plant wall is phuckin so DOPE!!! I was thinking it'd be so cool to hang some of them on the light fixture & sho nuff you did!! Hoping all is well SuperCat, Dirty Jersey out!!

  • @nottheone582
    @nottheone582 Před rokem

    You should definitely try sealing the floor with a tinted cement sealer! something warmer / sandy in tone? looks fab rach!

  • @darthtibbykitty
    @darthtibbykitty Před rokem +2

    I was talking on the phone with my boyfriend and realized you uploaded and had to interrupt him to end our conversation to watch your video 😂 super happy about this upload! I love you living wall, you inspired me to do one! This is sssoooooo cute! I like the rust color.

  • @potchieandpippa
    @potchieandpippa Před rokem

    Magic word: inspiring❤

  • @margoburns9085
    @margoburns9085 Před rokem

    So funny, me waking up from a nap and watching this. Great idea, great design, great computer...oh and look at Rachel the concrete jockey!!❤

  • @namerieraynecarraway
    @namerieraynecarraway Před rokem +1

    Hey girlie, love the plant wall. Your choice of wood two place behind the plants is perfect. I think you should leave the rust color on the ceiling, it warms up the room so much with that little splash of color. Like bringing outside colors from the desert inside. You should try staining the concrete, everyone tries to cover over the concrete with flooring or carpet or covering it with paint and I think maybe the imperfections that are visible when you stain concrete should be brought out to give it character. Nobody is perfect so why should concrete be perfect. I've never stained concrete and I've always wanted to...how weird am I? Lol. I absolutely love watching your videos for any of your content.

  • @sc00b3rt
    @sc00b3rt Před rokem

    I wish I had your energy. Depression has me stuck. I have several projects to get done, but the just sit.

  • @jamicunningham7024
    @jamicunningham7024 Před rokem

    Yes, stain them! I stained my concrete floors white, and they're my favorite thing ever. No regrets. I loved watching you wrangle the grinder. It gave me flashbacks! It is like a rodeo!!

  • @adventuresofindigo3790

    OMG this looks amazing!! I love the ceiling as it is honestly. And my personal experience with stained concrete is that it looks good. But you need a few coats on the finish otherwise it tends to just feel really icky under your feet. PLUS it gets SUPER dirty especially in dusty areas. Maybe research on how to avoid those :)