Easy DIYs to Upgrade Secondhand Finds: The Master Bedroom Makeover (With Video!)

I’ve shared my favorite Brockis and why I love secondhand shopping — from lucky finds to defining my style.

Now, I’m excited to show you how I’ve actually used those pieces in our home. About 50–60% of it is thrifted, vintage, or secondhand — the rest is a mix of practical buys and personal favorites.

Let’s kick things off with one of my favorite spots: the master bedroom. Here’s how it all came together.

🎥 Watch the makeover here: Instagram Reel

My Mood Board & The Vibe I Was Going For

One of the best things about our master bedroom is the big window — it lets in so much light and frames this beautiful view of a huge tree with the bluest skies behind it. No buildings in the way, just pure calm. That view became my starting point. I knew I wanted to create a space that felt grounded but still cozy and a little bold.

So, I began mood boarding. I pinned like a maniac — different textures, color palettes, bedroom layouts, and a lot of wall paint inspo. I kept coming back to the idea of painting one feature wall in a slightly darker tone. Something moody, but still warm enough to work with the natural light and the green from outside. Think deep olives, muted navy, charcoal with warm undertones — those were my top contenders.

Here are a few of the paint colors and inspo shots that really spoke to me…

Tools & Supplies I Used 

I’m not a professional, so trust me when I say: this list is beginner-friendly. I wanted tools that were easy to use, didn’t cost a fortune, and wouldn’t take up an entire afternoon to figure out. Here’s what I used for the wall flip and a few other mini upgrades in the room:

     Masking tape – My best friend for clean lines and protecting the ceiling and edges.

  Paint roller & tray – A medium-sized roller. I used a smaller brush for corners.

      Drop cloth or old bedsheet – Because I always manage to spill something.

     Paint (obviously) – I went for a muted green.

Screwdriver & measuring tape – For adjusting shelves and hanging things evenly.

      Sandpaper – Light sanding before painting helps a lot, especially on older walls.

Paint thinner – Just in case things got messy or I needed to clean brushes.

Pulling It All Together — From Mood Board to Real Life

After the wall was done, it was time to start putting the actual room together. My goal? A space that felt cozy, clean, a little modern, and pulled together with subtle black accents.

🎥 Watch the makeover here: Instagram Reel

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• Mood board = my guide.
  I actually stuck to it exactly, and honestly, it made the whole process smoother. I knew what I wanted from the start — modern, a bit industrial, with warm, grounding elements — and that kept me from going off track or impulse-buying things I didn’t need.

• The bed + bedding:
  I ordered a simple bed frame and bedding set from IKEA — neutral tones, minimalist design, and super easy to match with other things.

• Adding black accents:
  To bring in that industrial vibe, I started hunting for black pieces. That’s when I found a solid black wood cupboard on Ricardo — and it looked exactly like the one on my mood board. It was one of those rare moments where online shopping actually matched expectations. Total win.

I have to say — this wasn’t exactly a small DIY. But surprisingly, it didn’t feel overwhelming. I wasn’t stressed (well, not too much), and the key was taking it one step at a time and letting the mood board guide me.

The only thing I highly recommend? Be patient with the paint.
Seriously. When it’s wet, it might look way too dark or patchy, and you’ll probably panic for a second. Don’t. Let it dry completely before you judge — it’ll settle in and look way better than you think.

Also, a little shoutout to Ricardo — my ultimate budget-saver. I scored an amazing solid wood wardrobe and a few accent pieces that really made the room feel complete.

And if you liked this post, keep an eye out for my next one — I’ll be sharing how I styled our entire living room using a mix of Ricardo and Tutti finds. You’re gonna love it.

✨ Follow my full journey here: blog.hslu.ch/majorobm

Image sources: Stock photos and publicly available images from Google, used for inspiration purposes only.