Updating a room can be a really simple, affordable process. You don’t always have to replace the furniture to achieve a fresh look. Simply switching out some key elements can make a world of difference in a space without taking a lot of time, effort, or money to do it. Most of these tips work really well in staging a home for sale, because it’s all about getting the most for your money with as small an investment as possible. Translating them to your permanent residence to update a room is easy and can create some fantastic results. Here are 10 tips on how to update a room without changing the furniture.
1. Slipcovers. The easiest way to update furniture without buying an entirely new set is by covering them in slipcovers. They come in a variety of colors and patterns and can actually look very upscale in a space. They are also very durable, making them perfect for families.
2. Bedding. To update a bedroom, switching out the bedding can change the entire spirit of the space, as the bed is usually the focal point of the room and informs the rest of the decor.
3. Pillows. If you want to infuse some new color or pattern into a space, pillows are a quick and inexpensive way to do so. If you’re a DIY-er, you can even make your own .
4. Rugs. Rugs help define a space and bring in texture, as well as pattern and color.
5. Curtains. Different curtains can put a fresh spin on the entire room. You can even experiment with roman shades, cornices, and other alternative window treatments.
6. Accessories. The most impact in a space can come from the smallest details. Adding some new pieces of decor and rearranging the old stuff can give the room new life.
7. Paint. Nothing transforms a space quite like paint. Even just an accent wall can add dimension and character to a room.
8. Lighting. New light fixtures, or even simply new shades or bulbs in the light fixtures you already have, will make a small but powerful impact.
9. Rearrange the layout. This trick costs absolutely no money but can breathe entirely new life into any space. Try the sofa in a different spot, move the tables around, see if your bed might work on a different wall, angle the furniture differently. You could be missing out on a much better flow and not even know it.
10. Artwork. New artwork can bring fresh character and soul to a space, and it’s as easy as taking one piece of art off the wall and replacing it with another.
Before giving a room you’re bored with an entire overhaul, try some of these tricks to give the space a new lease on life. You may be surprised by what you find.
Warm regards,
Megan
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