Is your home looking a little out of touch or maybe you’re just bored of the current décor? Whatever your gripes, redecorating could be a way to breathe new life into your home. If you’re redecorating novices looking for tips or you haven’t done any decorating for a while and want a refresher, we can help.
Our guide below is filled with advice on why you should consider decorating your home in the first place and our top tips for ensuring you make the right decisions. Use these as inspiration for your home redecoration and we’re confident that it’ll look great once you’re finished. Read on to find out more.
Why should I decorate my home?
Before looking at our key tips, we want to highlight the reasons you should redecorate if you’re unsure. Some of the biggest benefits of redecorating a home include:
- Improving its value
- Modernising the interior
- Making it more homely
- Energising you and making you feel healthier
- Wowing your friends and family members whenever they visit
Consider whether you want an on-trend design or a timeless option
While following trends can allow you to create a good home at the time, these styles can go out of fashion. That’s why it’s important to decide if you want to be on-trend now and redecorate when new styles become popular or go for a timeless look instead.
A timeless look offers classic styling and may prove cost-effective as you won’t have to redecorate whenever trends change.
Add a new lick of paint
Many professionals believe that our interiors should be repainted every five to seven years, which could mean you are long overdue a new lick of paint. Head to your nearest hardware store to test colours and find that special one for your home.
You may even choose colours based on their psychic effects. This will ensure each room has the right vibe, whether you want to chill out or be productive.
Enhance the home with wall art
Wall art can be an excellent way to combine colours in your home to create a stylish look in every room. You could opt for classics or modern art depending on your preferences. Make sure you use a laser level to keep artwork neat and complete the look properly.
You can also use wall panelling to create separation between the walls and the floor. This creates clear lines, which are highly regarded in interior design.
Finishing touches
Finally, add some finishing touches to each room to put the design together in style. Rugs, chandeliers and art piece ornaments are all great ways to inject your personal tastes into your home. Make sure you add these to every room to ensure your home is always brimming with life.
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