Bedroom decor is often overlooked because hardly anyone sees it but you. You spend 1/3 of your life sleeping, probably in that overlooked bedroom. A restful night's sleep is easier to achieve when your room reflects peace, order and tranquility. However, with busy schedules or limited funds, you may not be able to splurge for the bedroom set of your dreams. So how can you change the look of your bedroom without spending tons of time and money? Simple! There are plenty of small changes you can make to your bedroom that will make a world of difference.
Stunning Walls Let's start with the first thing everyone notices in a room: the walls. A fresh coat of paint is a great way to make a change, but it can be time consuming and messy. If you don't have time to paint, consider a different focal point for the walls. Adding something as simple as a new painting, mirrors, or a collage of photos can give your bedroom the punch you're looking for. Think about your style when choosing a focal point. If you're into country décor, a floral still-life or rustic landscape is appropriate. If you like a crisp, streamlined look then choose a colorful print with a simple black frame. A cottage-themed bedroom might call for a seaside landscape as a perfect finishing touch.
A mirror can easily add depth to your bedroom when hung over the headboard of your bed or a low dresser. An iron-framed mirror with lots of scrolls and flourishes might dress up a Tuscan-themed room, while an ornate, dark frame would look perfect in a traditional or Victorian room. The internet is a great place to search for bargain mirrors and throw pillows to dress up your bedroom.
If you have a lot of pictures you'd like to display, consider setting aside one wall as a collage wall. Choose frames in contrasting sizes, colors and textures for added interest. If you want to keep the frames the same but want to add a punch of color, choose different colored mats that compliment your existing window treatments or bedding. Or for a contemporary room, sleek black frames with stark white matting would show off your photos in chic fashion.
Luxurious Bed A new comforter or duvet cover is the perfect way to spice up your bedroom. A bed-in-a-bag set allows you to change the shams, sheets, comforter and bed skirt in a coordinating set. If you have a set you like but it seems to be lacking something special, add pillows. A luxurious bed is covered with tons of pillows in assorted sizes. You can purchase some extra pillow shams to stuff with foam pillows. You can also add coordinating smaller pillows to give your bed a dramatic flare. Don't be afraid to mix and match fabrics and textures. Plaids and florals look great together. The luxurious sheen of colorful satin pillows with a dark or plain comforter adds pizazz.
If you don't have the money for a new bedroom set but you'd love to update the look, consider adding a new headboard to your bed. You can find an assortment of headboards in wood, iron or brass.
Perfect Windows New window treatments can be expensive, so why not improve what you have or make your own? Use contrasting bed linens to fashion new curtains. If you can't sew there's hem-tape you can apply with an iron for easy assembly. Sometimes the addition of fringe, beads or a strip of contrasting color ribbon can dress up an existing curtain with little cost.
Spruced Up Floors The last area that can easily be spruced up in the bedroom is the floor. If you have hardwood floors you can easily add a new accent rug to help add dimension and flare to a usually boring floor. An area rug applied over a carpet can add definition and interest to an otherwise boring area. For a contemporary look, a shag rug in a bright color would be perfect. Traditional and modern rugs, or colorful nautical-themed rugs would add interest in a cottage or beach-themed room.
A New Look for your Bedroom... Now that you have some ideas for sprucing up your bedroom you'll want to get to work in the most important room of your home. A gorgeous bedroom that you're proud of promotes a better sleep atmosphere. By adding a few touches like mirrors or pillows, you're well on your way to a bedroom you can enjoy!
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