Is your bedroom the stuff of nightmares, with mismatched bedding and fading wallpaper? Few of us entertain in our bedrooms, and it is easy to see why the bedroom often gets neglected in favour of the rooms downstairs.
If you are looking to transform your bedroom into a relaxing retreat and don’t have much money to do so, try out some of our tips for low-cost interior design.
Cool Colours
Adding a coat of paint is a quick and inexpensive way to transform a bedroom, and the colour you select can make a difference to your sleep. According to the Daily Mail, sleeping in a blue room offers the best chance of achieving a restful night. Green and yellow are also reported to be winners. On the other hand, purple is seen as over-stimulating, while greys and browns are dreary and depressing.
Pastel shades such as lilac or pink can also make for a relaxing bedroom, while neutrals work well and offer scope to add your own splashes of colour. If you are tempted by the idea of a feature wall, you can use a bright shade of paint. This will have the same effect as a wall-papered feature wall for a fraction of the price.
Funky Wall Art
Big blank walls will make a room feel empty. Fill your wall with an extra-large piece of artwork — a favourite family photo in black and white will be inexpensive and stylish. Alternatively, purchase some funky wall stickers, which are easy to put up and remove. For a contemporary look, try some over-sized polka dots or other shapes.
Lights to Match Your Mood
If there isn’t much natural light in your bedroom, then consider replacing heavy curtains with sheer ones. For a budget option, you can purchase some material and make your own. There are plenty of online tutorials to be found if you are new to sewing. Artificial lights can also enhance your tranquil space and cast a soft glow in the room. Consider a dimmer switch for the verhead lighting, and select bedside lamps to complement your room’s decor.
Smart Dressed Beds
One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to spruce up a bedroom is to replace the bedding with matching duvet and pillow case sets. Add a faux-fur throw, sprinkle on some matching scatter cushions and you will feel like you are climbing into a new bed. A new headboard is the perfect way to add personality. Look for second-hand bargains, or consider re-covering your old headboard with an inexpensive fabric.
Redecorating your bedroom on a budget may call for some creative ideas, but you can have fun in the process. Source your furnishings second-hand and supplement this with some clever bargain shopping for accessories. The Telegraph has some great tips on restoring old furniture.
If you really want to go all out you could even re work the actual layout of the building itself, there are specialist architects out there than can use software known as 3d visualisation to actually see your dream before its made. Contact specialists like http://www.redandgray.co.uk/
Everyone needs a home decorating challenge from time to time, and it’s good to know you can revamp your bedroom while sticking to a budget. After a long, hard day at work, you can’t beat retiring to a relaxing bedroom retreat in your favourite calming colours.
