Has your home looked exactly the same for the past ten years? Are you always staring at those photos on Pinterest, wishing your place was so comfy and gorgeous? Improving your home and giving it a whole new look doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Instead of making one huge change, such as replacing your flooring, make several more affordable ones that will breathe new life into your home. If you have no idea where to begin, here are several tips that will help you create a space that’s truly your own.
Restyle your bookcase
Do you keep only books on your bookshelves? This can make your room look outdated, and more like a library than a living room or a study. By stripping off those old dust jackets, placing a couple of trinkets and photo frames on the shelf, and painting the back wall of the shelf a different color, you can really shake things up.
Pay attention to your lighting fixtures
Strategically placed lamps can turn even the plainest room in the world into a cozy nook. You can also use wall fixtures to illuminate your favorite paintings. Overhead lighting is harsh and gives the whole room that hospital-y vibe, so instead of constantly using that fixture, place a couple of floor and table lamps around the room.
Replace hardware
The best way to improve your old cabinets is to take off those worn-out knobs and replace them with more modern ones. This is something you can do on your own, and it won’t cost you a fortune.
Embellish your walls
A wall gallery doesn’t have to contain only pictures. Mix your favorite photos with interesting décor and your wall will look amazing. For example, go to Skull Bliss online shop and check out their carved animal skulls. If you think that your monochrome wall is too boring, spice things up with modern wallpaper.
Paint the ceiling
Instead of painting the walls, give your ceiling a makeover. You can choose the calming color of the sky, jewel tones or silver ones. If you are afraid to take this step, ask yourself what is the worst thing that could happen. In case you don’t like the outcome, just paint it over and call it a day.
Inspect your linen closet
If your bath towels and your bed linens are not something you would show to your guests, it is time to throw them out and start anew. New, fluffy towels and clean, stainless sheets can give your bedroom and bathroom a more polished look.
Invest in a quality mattress
Don’t underestimate the power of a good night’s sleep! Your body needs to rest and it won’t be able to do it if you spend your nights on the most uncomfortable mattress ever. Therefore, don’t be afraid to splurge on a new one. It is money well spent.
Revive your dated fireplace
If your fireplace is made of red bricks, splash a coat of white paint on them, place bitch logs on the floor next to it and get new fireplace accessories.
Get new tableware
Are your plates all scratched? Do you have a hard time finding two glasses that match? Are your mugs chipped? If so, throw those out and get yourself new pieces that will give you that satisfied feeling whenever you open your cabinet.
Add some plants
If you have corners in your home that look plain and don’t really have a purpose, embellish them with a plant. In case you are one of those people who manage to kill a cactus, opt for low-maintenance plants such as jade or philodendron.
Make it disappear
Do you have a corner in your home you cannot do anything about but you don’t want to see it every day? Simply hide it with a folding screen. Nowadays these screens are made of all kinds of materials, so this piece will not just hide an eye-sore, but completely elevate your room.
These simple projects can result in a huge improvement, so give them a go.
