We would all like to live in one of those houses that we see in the decor magazines,however the reality is that the items advertised in those magazines are usually top of the range,styled by a professional and cost an arm and a leg.There are a few ways to get a new updated look for your home without breaking the bank.
A fresh coat of paint is one of the first things you should consider.It will immediately refresh the interior or exterior of your home and there is such a wide variety available you will be spoilt for choice.There are many techniques out there as well and you can really have fun with it.Perhaps a focal wall in a striking colour for some fun or choosing your colour carefully to give the whole room the illusion of more space.Colour combinations can also seriously date your home,remember all those 1970’s combinations of mustard and orange?
Small items are also easily overlooked, such as the toothbrush or toilet paper holder.These small items can make or break the overall look of your bathroom.Update the small accessories where necessary but remember to keep them clean looking and water resistant.There is nothing worse than a mouldy toothbrush holder.
Then incorporate plants where you can.They immediately rejuvenate the space they occupy.You can keep it simple with greenery like ferns or give it a bit of an edge and use a cactus that flowers brightly.Here there are also as many options as you can think of.When purchasing the plant discuss what you are looking for with the shop attendant to make sure the plant will thrive where you want to put it.
Lighting is the most effective way to add ambiance to a room whether it is night or day.Choose venetian blinds for the living room to regulate the amount of sunshine you want coming in.You don’t always want the room starkly lit up.With artificial lighting don’t just go for a standard fixture in the center of the ceiling,be a little adventurous.The direction of your light source can greatly affect the way room appears and feels.These days there are also wonderful coloured lights that are great for instantly changing the mood of a room.I am not talking about disco lights,the latest are very subtle and not at all tacky.This, if used correctly, can give a wonderfully chic atmosphere and reflect your personal style easily.
So if you are in the mood for a change,or need to update to sell your home more effectively there are cost effective ways to do it.Take inspiration from what you see around you and make it your own.
