The bedroom is supposed to be a space of relaxation and calm. A room where you can go at the end of the day, lay your head on the pillow, and wake up feeling refreshed. But more often than not, our bedrooms are just as chaotic as the rest of our lives. With clothes thrown on the floor, shoes left by the door, and bedsheets that seem to magically collect all those unattractive wrinkles overnight, it can sometimes feel like there’s no room for serenity. We’re here to help change your perspective with six tips for sprucing up your bedroom:
Don’t Be Afraid To Layer On The Bedding
Layering on bedding is one of our favorite ways to take a look from good to great. Adding extra layers of sheets and covers might seem like too much, but it works wonders. If you look for the best selling sheets on Amazon, then you can find great deals that won’t break the bank but will still make your bedroom look put together. Another great benefit to adding more layers is that it’s a simple way to add another color or texture, which is exactly what you need to make your bedroom look more interesting. They can be easily switched out for different seasons too, which means you don’t have to worry about bundling up during the summer or purchasing an entirely new wardrobe by spring.
Add Color
A bedroom that is too bland can feel both boring and chaotic at the same time. If you want a bedroom to feel serene, why not add a little color? A pop of color on the wall behind your headboard or an accent pillow or two can make all the difference in your bedroom’s appearance. Our advice would be not to go overboard with the colors. One fun piece of furniture painted bright yellow might just do the trick for adding some excitement but still maintaining calmness. In case you’re looking for low-cost bedroom decorating ideas, one way to approach it is by utilizing those items that you already have lying around the home such as sheets, cushions, etc. Just look around your bedroom for items that you have, but aren’t currently using.
Let There Be Light
It’s amazing how something as simple as light can make or break a room. Lighting is an important aspect to consider when redesigning your bedroom. If you’re looking for ways to design your bedroom, lighting should be taken into consideration. The main areas of focus are the ceiling lights and bedside lamps. Floor lamps are also another way that you could approach adding lighting to your do-it-yourself bedroom. Not only will strategically-placed lighting brighten up your space, but it can also create an effect that makes everything look intentional and well thought out.
Storage Is Key
Having enough storage in a bedroom is essential for keeping clutter at bay and making sure that you have enough space for everything you need in there. Think about it: how great would it be to have a place where you can conveniently store different items that you need in the bedroom like your books, clothes, and accessories? You might not realize how much of a burden it is on your brain when everything has its designated spot. If you’re looking for storage ideas, invest in a large dresser or cabinet with at least 6-8 drawers (preferably with shelves inside) to keep all of your belongings organized.
Go For A Rug
Another way to add color and make sure that everything looks intentional is by adding floor rugs. They also serve as great insulators against cold floors in the winter. The best part about rugs is that they can be used to pull an entire look together. If you’re decorating your bedroom, then consider adding a large area rug or two. You can even go for different styles and patterns to ensure that the space looks cohesive yet original. Plus, traditional bedroom flooring tends to make the room feel colder than it should because nothing is covering up those cold floors (especially if you live in an apartment like us).
Pay Attention to Focal Points
If you want to make your bedroom feel like it lives up to its relaxing potential then you’ve got to pay a lot of attention to the focal points. What are focal points? Well, it’s simply what your eyes are drawn to in a room or space. It can be a centerpiece on the wall, an art piece on the wall, a beautiful mirror or you can even use your bed as a focal point with some throw pillows and cushions. As long as you have created enough focal points in your bedroom/home then you know that everything else will fall into place.
Redesigning your bedroom can be as easy or difficult as you make it. The steps that we listed above are some of the easiest and most foolproof ways that you can approach bedroom decorating. From adding layers to bedding to recreating your ceiling lights, we hope that these ideas will inspire you to take a closer look at your bedroom and what can be improved on.
Carol
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