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8 Tips to Decorating Your Home

Decorating your home takes it to the next level, allowing you to showcase your unique design aesthetic and making your home yours. There are several ways to decorate your home without going overspending so that you can make your home feel more cozy and complete. 

  1. Declutter

Before you begin redecorating your home, make sure to get rid of any unnecessary clutter. Doing so will give you a clear view of each room so that you can see which furniture and accents look good in the room and which should be replaced. Decluttering also makes the process of decorating easier since you won’t have anything in your way if you’re doing major work. 

  1. Use Plants

Plants are a great way to bring the outdoors inside and create a relaxing atmosphere in your home. If you don’t have a green thumb and can’t seem to keep plants alive, fake plants can also give you the same effect without the need for regular maintenance and care. 

  1. Fix Up Old Furniture

You can make your old furniture look brand new by sanding and repainting wooden tables, chairs, and dressers. This allows you to keep what you already own instead of spending money buying something new. DIY tasks are a great way to rejuvenate your home while given pieces of furniture a whole new meaning. When you create or repurpose something, you can showcase it in your home and use it as an accent piece that’s also functional.

  1. Paint Walls Neutral Colors

Paint is inexpensive and can transform a room. Colors like beige and gray allow you to decorate your walls with just about any wall decor because it matches everything. Using these neutral colors on the main floor can also prevent jarring transitions from room to room. 

If your home has small rooms that are next to each other, painting them the same color can also make them feel larger. 

  1. Let the Light In 

Letting sunlight into your home can help you feel more awake and energized throughout the day. If you’re someone who enjoys letting the sunlight shine through your windows, opt for semi-sheer curtains that allow the sun to get through the window while still providing you with privacy while you’re in your home. 

A room with natural light also gives the appearance of space so that your rooms will feel more open. 

  1. Create Your Own Artwork

While not everyone is a gifted painter, you can create your own wall art with custom canvases using your favorite photos. If you’re someone who loves their pets, you can put a picture of your pet on a canvas to make your space truly reflect who you are. 

  1. Upgrade Your Blankets

While your blankets are meant to perform a certain function, they can still enhance the appearance of your home and increase its coziness. A weighted blanket can keep you comfortable throughout the day and at night while being your guest’s go-to blanket for getting cozy while watching a movie in your home. 

When it comes to how to choose a weighted blanket, Layla Sleep states, “Weighted blankets can be made with velvet, satin, flannel, polyester, cotton, rayon, linen, wool, and other materials.” This means that you can find a weighted blanket that not only feels great but looks good on your couch or bed. 

  1. Layer Lighting

If you have lights in your ceiling, you might want to try layering lighting to provide you with more options. Every room should have ambient, task, and accent lighting. Ambient lighting provides you overall lighting like ceiling fixtures, task lighting allows you to focus on a task and is often found in the kitchen, and decorative lighting might be your favorite lamp that doesn’t actually provide you with enough light to see the entire room. 

With three different types of lighting, you’ll be able to choose what fits best for what you’re doing. Accent lighting also looks great in every room, and you can find a lamp that fits your style.