How To Decorate Your House Like Grace And Frankie On Netflix

"Grace and Frankie" is a Netflix darling. According to Herald Weekly, the show's 2015 premier ushered in a new era of television in which women are in their prime, well into their retirement years. Viewers enjoy a chance to watch a program where growing old isn't the end of the road but just the start of a new adventure. The characters are fun and likable, representing an array of personalities, family dynamics, and real-life problems.

However, even more so, each house on the show is undeniably gorgeous, especially the La Jolla, California beach house that Grace and Frankie retreat to after their divorces. Set decorator Beauchamp Fontaine told Houzz, "I imagine they would have had hired an interior designer for their home. Everything is very pretty, but also a little impersonal and cold." Whether you want to hire a decorator or step into those shoes yourself, it's possible to decorate your home like a beach house and the other houses on the show. Keep reading to find out how.

The coastal beach house Grace and Frankie share in La Jolla, California leans heavily into nautical decor. If you want to recreate the coastal grandmother vibe at home, you won't want to miss the boat. According to Love Property, incorporating the ocean into your home can be subtle, blatant, or a mix of the two. For example, you can display a model ship like Grace and Frankie or hang artwork of sea shells or other sea creatures.

If you want to go a more subtle route, consider using a palette of colors commonly associated with the ocean and maritime adventures. Look for shades of blue, white, or even peach. Pinstripes and ropes also make good pattern options when decorating your home with this style. Finally, you can play with texture to bring the seaside home. For example, you can show off shiplap walls in the living room or display artwork made from old boating lines in the kitchen.

Large rugs are perfect for adding comfort to non-carpeted areas. We see this in action at Frankie's home before she moves to the beach with Grace. According to Northeast Factory Direct, the placement of a large rug has two main factors. First, you want your couch and table to sit in the center of the rug with the same amount of space peeking out on all four sides. If this isn't possible, you can scale things back a bit and ensure that each furniture item surrounding the rug has at least the front legs on top.

If you have the space, try to have at least eight to 24 inches of flooring visible between the outer edges of the rug and the wall. This way, your room won't seem too crowded. Frankie uses this styling technique in her own home. The L-shaped couch forms a barrier on one side of the rug while the table sits perfectly in the center.

Mirrors aren't only for checking our reflection before running out the door. They can also be fun to look at and add decorative flair to a space. We can see that Grace and Frankie have selected a wooden mirror frame in the shape of a bursting star for their home. According to American Furniture Warehouse, using mirrors throughout your home can make each room seem larger and brighter. When selecting a mirror, pause and survey the room you want to place it in. What colors are already prominent in the space? Which materials are present in the furniture and other decor? If possible, tie your mirror in with what you already have.

When choosing a spot for the mirror, it can be freeing to realize that not every mirror needs to hang on the wall. In particular, a large mirror can work just as well when leaning against the wall for a cool and casual look.

Grace and Frankie expertly style bold furniture by anchoring it with neutral pieces. As you can see, the ladies have a neutral blue couch paired with an orange and white paisley armchair. According to Vogue, floral furniture and similar designs are experiencing a massive comeback. Long thought to be exclusively for grandmothers, these pieces are now available in mainstream stores for customers of all ages.

"For the last few years, we've seen growing interest in what is known as the Grandmillennial look: a youthful, hipster-inflected reimagining of your grandmother's decor," said stylist Anthony Barzilay Freund. "Picture chintz and ticking and wicker and pottery and greenery galore — or imagine a room designed by Sister Parish if she'd smoked a little weed." Given the generation Grace and Frankie belong to, we aren't sure if they are up on this upcoming trend or just never let go of it. Whatever the reality, it looks great.

In Grace and Frankie's kitchen, you might notice that the chairs at the breakfast bar have covers on them. Purchasing covers for your chairs is a great decorating idea because they are easy to swap out and clean. According to EFavorMart, one of the best reasons to use chair covers in rooms you often eat in is you never have to worry about spilling on any expensive upholstery. Whether it's baby food or a glass of wine, the cost of cleaning or replacing a chair cover will be significantly less than if you have to figure out how to clean your grandmother's entire antique chair.

The second benefit is that while grandma's chair might be hideous, it has a great shape, and there isn't anything else wrong with it. If you can't afford to get it reupholstered, pop a chair cover over the top of it. You likely have a brand new piece at home for a fraction of the cost.

When you live near the ocean, wicker furniture does not have to be just for the outdoors. According to SuperDraft, wicker furniture is composed of different materials. They are reed, willow, bamboo, and rattan, with rattan being the most popular choice of material. When using this kind of furniture inside, it's a good idea to pair it with more traditional materials like wood or metal. In Grace and Frankie's house, we can see that the ladies have chosen wicker chairs for their wooden dining room table. This way, the material of the chairs works like a chic accent.

Wicker furniture is available in many colors, including white, brown, black, and even vibrant choices like blue or pink. Grace and Frankie have chosen an ombre brown look, making the chairs appear more realistic as the material's color would not be uniform in its natural state.

The hallways in Grace and Frankie's beachside home certainly aren't dull. There are moldings more than halfway up the sides, adding a chic touch of character. According to Thrifty Decor Chick, adding trim work to your home doesn't have to be expensive, but it can make your home appear that way. You can purchase most of the items you need to DIY a project like this at any local home improvement store, like The Home Depot, Lowe's, or Ace Hardware. You would need some plywood, a caulking gun, a nail gun, and plenty of patience.

Adding moldings to your home is definitely at least a five out of ten on the difficulty scale of DIY. It's not as hard as rewiring a light switch, but it's not as easy as painting a room. If you're new to DIY, you might want to bring in some outside help for this project.

Dark wood is the way to go for a regal and comfortable feel. According to DutchCrafters, decorating with darker furniture in a room isn't a sentence for eternal darkness. There are plenty of ways to complement this classic style to brighten things up. The first is to ensure that rooms with large furniture pieces are well-lit. You don't want your mahogany furniture to be in the shadows, as that's when things start to seem spooky and gloomy.

In the show, Grace and Frankie have two sets of French doors behind the table and four hanging light fixtures above to ensure the dining room receives artificial and natural light. There is also a much-needed splash of color by way of the red seat cushions. Wooden furniture can be uncomfortable if sat on for too long, so these cushions provide excellent visual stimulation and creature comfort.

Grace and Frankie's beach house in La Jolla, California features wooden shingles as siding, giving the home a nautical, whimsical feeling. This type of siding is also known as cedar and is an essential beach look. According to Olivieri Roofing, the main benefit of this type of siding (other than its visual appeal) is its durability as a building material. Homeowners with cedar siding can rest easy knowing that their choice is resistant to decay caused by insects and moisture. In addition, cedar wood also contains natural elements that actively kill fungus and other bacteria that might seek to destroy it.

Due to this durability, the long-term maintenance costs for repairs are lower than other types of siding. However, maintenance for appearance can be more expensive. If you want the perfectly weathered beach look, you will need to stain the wood every three to five years, which can add up quickly. If you push off resealing it for too long, the panels might begin to rot.

Having French doors in your home is typical if you have a nice view outside, as Grace and Frankie do of the beach. According to Home Stratosphere, there are a few different pros and cons of having French doors that you should think about before purchasing. The primary benefit is that they can make any space seem more spacious than it actually is. Whether you want to have them on your patio so you can blur the lines between inside and outside or in your dining room to make the space larger when you host a party, it's up to you. They will work perfectly in either situation. A bonus is that no matter their location, French doors tend to add plenty of natural light to a space.

Of course, there are always negatives to consider before installing a new feature. In this case, French doors cost a little bit more than a classic door. In addition, while they do add visual space to a room because of how they open wide, they'll take up more physical space, too.

Sometimes called a farmhouse sink, these deep sinks are a stylish, effective option. According to Houseful of Handmade, you do need to think about these sinks as an investment because they are not inexpensive. Typically, you'll pay at least $1,000 for a farmhouse sink and might spend up to $2,000. In addition, if you want to install a garbage disposal (and really, who doesn't), you'll need to budget for an extension because the sinks are so thick that the standard disposals cannot connect properly.

Deep basin sinks are great for everyday use, but you might need to purchase a rubber rack for the bottom while doing dishes to avoid chipping or staining the porcelain. However, if you always have people over like Grace and Frankie, you'll love it because it holds tons of dishes. This capacity makes farmhouse sinks perfect for cleaning up for people who love to entertain.

When Sol and Robert move in together as a couple, their new home has a cozy, all-white kitchen. According to Kylie M Interiors, achieving this look at home isn't as simple as just painting your cabinets white. Within the hue, there are many different shades to choose from, and they all capture light differently, leading to different looks. You might pick cream cabinets, egg-shell drawers, or even a crisp linen color. While you might think white is white, it's still a good idea to paint a few swatches on the cabinets before getting started to ensure you settle on the perfect shade for your space.

In addition, Sol and Robert have white marble countertops and stainless steel appliances, but many who go all white for their kitchens also include appliances. Major options like refrigerators, stoves, and dishwashers come in white. If this is too much, stick with stainless steel and think about a light gray marble for your countertops, as it usually ties in with a white kitchen.

Grace and Frankie's beach house features a chic and neutral couch. While this lounge-style can appear drab, you can add a few fun throw pillows like Grace and Frankie for some visual interest. According to Crate & Barrel, it's a good idea to keep things symmetrical when arranging throw pillows. This way, the couch doesn't look messy and haphazard but instead maintains a bit of chic order.

Depending on the size of your couch, add one pillow on each end or a set of two. The longer the lounge, the more pillows you can get away with adding. To add even more depth to the space, you can vary the size and shape of the throws you add. For example, use large solid pillows on the ends and place smaller ones with a fun pattern in front. The result will be a polished and sophisticated sofa.

Since Frankie is a prolific painter, her artwork and the art she enjoys are on the walls of the La Jolla beach house the two women share. According to artist Samantha Kaplan, most larger canvases can serve as the center point of a room. Whether you frame them or stretch them across a wooden base, they will shine if placed in the center of a wall.

If you frame the art in your home, be careful about the selection of the frame. To make things perfect, think about two things at once. The first is whether or not the frame complements the artwork it will be displaying. The second is whether it fits in with the established aesthetic of the room you are putting it in. Usually, you can't go wrong with a classic wooden frame or even a metal one in silver or gold. However, if you plan to think more outside the box, try a virtual style studio to see if it's actually a good fit before buying.