Little Known Ways to Update Your Home Decor

It happens. Your beloved home starts to seem outdated and plain. One day you walk into your house only to discover that you are feeling bored with the decor. The expense and hassle of renovating a house are extraordinary, not to mention the inconvenience of having your home taken over by contractors and materials. Instead, the following tips make it simple to update your home with minimal cost and time.

Display Memories

Throughout your life, you’ve collected thousands of memories. Share those with your family and guests. Make the time to print and frame your favorite pictures. Creatively place vacation souvenirs, such as seashells from the beach, in jars, bowls, or vases throughout your home. These touches personalize your space while reminding you of all the fun and amazing adventures you’ve taken during your life.

Switch Accessories

Home decor accessories such as lampshades, decorative pillows, and throw blankets make a huge impact on a room. For a space that is feeling boring or outdated, try switching out existing accessories for new ones. An old couch can feel fresh with a new set of throw pillows. A different lampshade can give your light source a totally different design aesthetic. New window treatments transform a space with little effort.

Maybe your home decor accessories work really well for winter, but are a bit heavy for spring and summer. Seasonally switch out these pieces, so your home feels comforting and inviting year round.

Paint It

Many people limit painting to their walls but you can’t paint almost anything, from your floors to your ceiling.

Choose enamel- or epoxy-based paints to update your hardwood floors. Go crazy and use stencils or painter’s tape to create painted patterns on your floor. Lighten up a dark room with a bright color.

You can also update old furniture pieces with a new hue. Maybe you found a great piece at a flea market or thrift store or you have a hand-me-down piece of furniture collecting dust. Select a high-gloss paint and breathe new life into it. Don’t forget to thoroughly sand the piece before painting it for a uniform finish.

All too often, room doors are painted in drab neutrals. Instead, add a pop of color to your hallway with newly-painted doors. Or maybe, switch up your home decor entirely with modern barn doors (on sale now for 20 percent off with promo code SPRING20).

Natural Touches

Sometimes all a space needs to feel new is some greenery, Potted plants and terrariums are simple and inexpensive ways to not only update your home decor but clean the air inside your residence. Opt for succulents if your thumb is more than brown then green.

DIY Artwork

Artwork can be an expensive investment to make. If you are looking to add some character to your home decor, make your own artwork. Try framed chalkboards, marquee letters, and painted pottery are just a few examples of the budget-friendly projects you can try.

Replace Basic Fixtures

Newer homes usually feature generic lighting fixtures. Replace these humdrum fixtures with new ones that align with your own interior design style. You’ll be surprised at the huge difference unique lighting fixtures make in a room.

Also, cabinetry pieces like drawer pulls and door handles are easily replaced in an afternoon. Shop around for pulls and knobs in the shape and finish that appeals most to you and work best in your home.

Hang Mirrors

Mirrors are available in so many shapes and sizes. When hung properly, mirrors add dimension and light to a room. Shop around for eye-catching mirrors to add to your home decor.

Think Outside of the Walls

Your home is more than the four walls defining the indoor space. Outside those walls is your yard, a deck, a porch, or a patio. Consider revamping these outdoor areas so you can enjoy them as the weather gets warmer. A few new chairs and candles can turn a slab of concrete into a lovely patio, perfect for springtime entertaining.