Household Tips and Improvements
Want to keep up with current home trends but don't have a big budget? Here are some handy tips to jazz up your home that are friendly to your finances.
Want to keep up with current home trends but don’t have a big budget? Here are some handy tips to jazz up your home that are friendly to your finances. By following these simple tricks, you can be creative and save money at the same time.
A brush of paint
Painting different areas of your home gives an excellent return on investment when it comes to changing the look. There’s an incredible array of paint colours to choose from, so think about collecting some fabric samples and colour cards to play around with.
It’s the accessories that make it
The word with fashion is that as long as you lay the basics by investing in quality, classic pieces, all you have to do to keep up with seasonal fashion trends is bring in some accessories that don't empty the bank account. Translate this to interior decoration, and all you have to do is add trendy accessories to update your basic canvas, that is, contemporary but conservative furniture.
If gold is the trending colour in home design, don’t buy a gorgeous gold sofa just yet! Accessorise your classic white one by throwing a gold pashmina over it instead and adding some gold-friendly cushions in purple or blue. Sprinkle some complementary coloured items throughout your living space as well. Whether it's your quilt cover, artwork or a gorgeous vase, you can update the look every season and keep up with the trends for very little cost.
Rearrange the furniture
You can create a whole new look and feel for your home by rearranging the furniture during your free time. Throw out some things you don’t need and be rewarded with a bigger, more open space. You can even sell those things you no longer want to help fund other home décor projects.
The magic life of plants
Homes with a natural feel are all the go in 2013, and adding some indoor plants is an affordable way to achieve this. Plants make a healthy home and add interest as well as a sense of being outdoors. It doesn’t take much; just a vase of bright flowers here or there can add a touch of magic and make everyone feel good.
Rugs rule
Rugs never seem to be used as effectively as they could be when it comes to choosing accessories for home interiors. They can add so much colour and life and are relatively inexpensive. Look for the colours you like or that are in the mode, and then inject them into your space. You can place a rug anywhere, and even under furniture, it can bring different elements together.
Are you feeling inspired yet? Let your creativity flow now that you have some ideas on how to update your home without massive costs. You can also try getting advice from style and creativity gurus—get quotes from expert interior decorators now!