Simple decorating tips for a home makeover
Learn five quick and simple decorating ideas to give your home a makeover, for a spring refresh. These tips will make a big impact - without breaking the bank.
Simple decorating tips for a home makeover
Learn five quick and simple decorating ideas to give your home a makeover, for a spring refresh. These tips will make a big impact - without breaking the bank.
Spring is a perfect excuse to mix things up a bit. The snow is melting, and the flowers are starting to bloom. This usually inspires us to do a bit of freshening up in our lives, as well as in our homes.
Changing the look of your home can be that extra push you need to get going on all the positive changes you want. A change in colours, styles and layouts will reinvent spaces, and give rooms a new vibe to help remind of your new motivations.
Giving your space a makeover doesn’t have to be expensive, either. A lot of things can be done on the cheap - or even for free. Here are five ways to give your home a makeover.
Clean
If you don’t want a massive redo for your home, or you just really enjoy the look of your space, a simple clean and refresh can work wonders. If you want to do a massive home cleaning, it’s best to break the job up over a few days to make things easier. If you have wood floors, you'd be amazed at what a quick clean and polish will do.
Paint
Adding a coat of paint to something is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to change a home’s look. And we’re not just talking about the walls: painting furniture, cabinet surfaces or picture frames can benefit from a touch of paint.
Cover
If you want new furniture but don’t want to break the bank, consider getting furniture covers, or having chairs and sofas reupholstered. There are many places to get affordable furniture covers or, if you’re not afraid of a little DIY, you can do the job yourself.
Change
Updating fixtures can be a nice, subtle way to give your room a new look. Add or change handles on your drawers and cabinets, change kitchen or bathroom tap fixtures, or even change the lightswitch plates on your walls. Adding or changing the look of pillows is another a cheap and easy accent. Go for it.
Rearrange
This update is totally free! Rearranging furniture transforms a room, and actually prevents floors from getting worn out in the same spot. But it’s not just furniture: rearranging any hanging pictures or wall art is another way to make a statement - without spending a penny.
Want more home decoration inspiration? Check out our inspiration page. You’ll see images of beautiful room interiors, along with colour and floor finish recommendations. Update your space with help from Bona.