DIY A Dream Breakfast Nook With Pool Noodles

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Do you dream of having a quaint breakfast nook tucked near the kitchen where you can sip your coffee and enjoy a slow start to the day? For many, the idea of adding a breakfast nook brings up visions of contractors and a hefty price tag. Instead of opting for a professional installation, you can get creative and DIY a breakfast nook as a way to save money and have complete control over the design. A DIY nook wall is easy to achieve by attaching pool noodles to a wooden board base and covering the noodles with a decorative fabric. The end result is a textured wall that functions as a backrest and visual element to the space.

One perk of this project is that it doesn't require any specialty tools or materials to complete. The pool noodles are the main star of this show, along with sheets of plywood and the fabric that will cover the noodles. In addition, a staple gun, utility knife, measuring tape, pencil, screws, and drill will be needed to work through each step. You may also need a small saw to cut the plywood sheets to size. Making a DIY pool noodle accent wall sounds complicated, but taking the time to prepare the materials and have tools on hand means even beginners can tackle this DIY.

The main portion of this project begins once you have your breakfast nook bench assembled and in place. Start by cutting your wood backing boards and pool noodles to their required size. Next, arrange the pool noodles and use hot glue to secure them in place. Repeat until all of the backing boards are filled. You'll cover the pool noodle boards with your decorative fabric of choice, using a staple gun on the back and between each noodle. Finally, you'll use a drill to mount these on the wall directly above the bench seating. The Command 20-Pound XL Heavyweight Hanging Strips are a great option for those in need of a renter-friendly DIY hanging solution when deciding how to decorate a breakfast nook.

There are ways to customize this pool noodle DIY, depending on your design vision. For example, if you want a less prominent textured appearance, try cutting the pool noodles in half lengthwise before gluing them to the board. There's also the option of switching up the fabric cover and adding even more texture to the appearance with a velour material. While some might wonder how much it costs to build a breakfast nook, the materials for this DIY are affordable compared to professional services. In fact, a pack of 52 Fix Find Pool Noodles is only $24.99 on Amazon. Compared to hiring contractors for the job, this DIY is affordable and allows you to create the breakfast nook of your dreams.