Home is where the heart is, and if your home does not represent your emotions and character, then is it truly your home? Well, luckily there are quite a few little tricks you can do to completely change how your home looks and feels, and with a little effort, your home will be transformed into something that is both beautiful and deeply personal—a home and not just a house. How? Well, that is what this little guide is for, so let’s get into it.
Flooring
The right, or wrong, flooring can completely transform your living space, from cold, lifeless, and almost impersonal to a homely, warm home that pulses with comfort and personality. Be careful when choosing your flooring, though, as it is a decision you will need to live with for quite some time, so go with flooring and remodeling experts who know what they are doing and can help you find the flooring that is right for you, that fits your home, the furniture, everything that is already in it, and your personal tastes. Take your time examining your options before making a decision.
Repaint
Sometimes, all you need is to touch up or renew what you already have. If your walls look old and worn down, or your wallpaper looks almost ancient, torn in places, all smudged, it is time to take a look at your walls. A fresh coat of paint not only has a huge effect on your home but is also pretty budget-friendly. The shades and colors are completely up to you—go for neutral shades such as beige or white or darker colors that give your rooms a more elegant, serious feel. Wallpapers are also an option, again, completely up to your preferences.
Switch the Hardware
A simple yet effective and inexpensive way of subtly overhauling your home’s look is just changing the appearance of your furniture, like dressers, cupboards, drawers, and so on, by switching the knobs and handles for something like copper, brushed brass, or any other material you think would look good.
Add some Greenery
Again, extremely simple, yet transformative, although you want to hit the right balance here. Too many plants around your home and it will look like you just stepped into the jungle. Just get a few tastefully subtle plants, and place them strategically around your living space.
Rearrange your Furniture
Just rearranging the furniture you already have is probably the easiest thing you can do, and immediately as well. It may not seem like much, but just moving the sofa here and the table there, and so on, can all have a pretty significant effect on your overall look.
Declutter
You would not believe how many people simply ignore this and think about buying this or that antique, all the while their rooms look like a thrift store exploded in them. Don’t be like them; before buying anything, make sure you properly declutter, clean, and organize everything first.
It doesn’t take much to transform your home; give it a makeover, and now you know where to start.
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