Joanna Gaines Has One Major Tip For Giving Your Dining Room More Dimension

There are tons of ways to give your dining room a boost of style, but it can be difficult to know where to start. If your dining space is lackluster, take a cue from one of HGTV's biggest stars. Joanna Gaines, previous host of "Fixer Upper" and founder of Magnolia, is a master at curating cozy spaces. Anyone who knows Gaines knows she's a major fan of adding texture through wood paneling. However, this hack isn't about traditional shiplap — it's all about adorning the ceiling!

This beautiful ceiling DIY will give any basic room more character, and Gaines is here to prove it. She explains her genius treatment idea in a TikTok, "So, I have these 1-by-2s and 1-by-6s. They're paint grade, so they were affordable. We're going to do this pattern on the ceiling that is just kind of like a high-low, just to create a little dimension on the ceiling, a little interest." By adding planks, Gaines was able to create visible variation that appears intentional. Once the wooden planks are mounted on the ceiling, there are a few more steps you can take to maximize dimension and visual appeal.

Once the ceiling texture was in place, Joanna Gaines explained the next crucial step: "We're going to paint that, have the walls white, and make this the dining room." She painted the ceiling in a classic taupe shade, contrasting the walls and creating visible depth. It's no secret that painted ceilings are trending and you can easily paint your ceiling to add another level of dimension to the overhead display. If you're feeling daring, try painting your ceiling in a darker shade than Gaines' neutral selection. Designers used to stick to the idea that a ceiling must be white in order to elongate the space, but the new school design process prioritizes drama.

When selecting the right shade, consider the mood you want to create in your dining space. For an earthy atmosphere, green is an obvious go-to that will never go out of style. To design a trendy and casual communal space, go for a bright yellow shade. Vibrant hues are also a great way to prevent the wood paneling from looking rustic. Another way to ensure the paneling appears modern is by opting for a series of thin beams that extend all the way down the wall, elongating your dining room. If you want to make paneled ceilings work in your space, it's crucial to determine the aesthetic you are trying to achieve.