When it comes to redecorating your home, you don’t want it to be stressful. Here are some top practical tips to make redecorating your home a breeze…
Redecorating our homes can be an enjoyable time. Taking the time to pick out the right paint shade that we want, as well as spending hours browsing Pinterest and other social media platforms for furniture inspiration (and envy!).
While this may very well be the case, it is not always a walk in the park, and more often than not, poses some obstacles that can cause headaches and stress. We get it; we have been there a few times ourselves!
If you have found yourself picking up the redecorating bug – much like many other people across the country throughout lockdown – and are searching for ways that you can streamline the process, you have found yourself in the right place!
We have compiled an easy-to-read list below for budding interior designers like yourself, detailing some practical tips you could implement when redecorating your home. The tips below have been chosen to help make the redecorating process a little easier, so they would be perfect for those who are redecorating or renovating for the first time ever.
Let’s not forget to take regular breaks to destress and to get a well-earned cuppa too! On that note, let’s get right into it, shall we?
Windows, Curtains, and Blinds
Windows and blinds can really frame a room. Whether you opt for something that blends in with the broader colour scheme or have selected something that stands out and is pleasant to look out, we are confident that this could be something that budding interior designers hit a bit of a wall with. Metaphorically speaking, of course.
Particularly when fitting blinds to the window frame, it can be somewhat tricky, especially if you have a particular shape or size that needs to be met. For the most part, window blinds are usually made and tailored to fit various sizes and shapes, so you could rest assured that you will be able to find something that you like, which fits the room that you are changing, and which can be fitted easily.
However, with this in mind, you might be thinking about the process of fitting blinds or curtains in your home. The measuring process and ensuring that everything is lined up correctly can undoubtedly cause stress. None more so than if you are a bit of a perfectionist; you just want it to look great and go right the first time!
Baring this in mind, we know how it feels and are here to help you get things right on the first try! Make My Blinds have compiled a helpful to-do guide detailing precisely what you need to know when learning how to measure blinds.
Whether you are redecorating a room with a big window or need to find something a little smaller, you can rest assured that you will have the skills and knowledge to get the job done. Head to their website to find out all you need to know about finding the right blinds for your home and how to fit them in an as effective way as possible.
Flooring Options
Much like that of windows, curtains, and blinds, the flooring in a room can really frame its appearance, and a lot of the time can make or break how a room looks to both you and any visitors or guests you might have. Selecting a flooring that you like is naturally crucial when going through the redecorating process. Still, it is not the only thing that should be taken into consideration when making this decision.
Certain floorings can retain heat, so they are best suited for those who might live in a particularly cold building or for those who want to save some pennies on their heating bill over time.
Furthermore, there are also flooring options that can reflect light, giving the impression that a room is bigger and brighter than it is, an ideal choice for those who might live in a slightly smaller home than others and want to enhance the space they have.
With this in mind, much like that of fitting curtains and blinds in your home, fitting flooring in your home can be challenging, especially if you are taking on the task yourself. While you can fit various flooring options – think of laminate flooring and others – you could well hit some snags when it comes to other more intricate flooring options.
Factoring in the labour needed to fit a flooring and whether it is worth putting yourself through that stress is a practical way of making the redecorating process a bit easier. If you have found that you want a specific flooring, but do not want to put yourself through the stress, consider using a flooring company’s services to fit it for you.
Deciding on a Colour Scheme
A part of the process that can often appear easy but which could cause a lot of friction, particularly if you are having to compromise with someone else over the colour/s you will be going with. One practical way of narrowing down the colour schemes you might have in your mind is by testing and trialling the colours in the room you are redecorating.
While most retailers offer budding interior designers like yourself with the opportunity to buy sample size pots of paint and wallpaper, you can rest assured that you will be able to find something that you can both agree with. Not to mention something which looks good in the room that you are redecorating!
One further tip to consider implementing when testing different colours is to check what the colours look like in different lightings. The last thing you want is to have your heart set on a colour, only to find that you do not like how it looks when the sun rises.
By going through the various motions and ticking the boxes, you can rest assured that you will be relaxing and revelling at your hard work in no time!
Plan, Plan, Plan
It goes without saying but ensuring that you have some sort of plan either in your mind or on paper before going ahead with your project will make sure that you are as prepared as possible for any potential obstacles that might crop up.
Naturally, plans will ebb and flow with time, and most of the time, you would need to be flexible with what you are doing. Much like other aspects of our lives, if you ask us! However, by having an idea about what you will be doing in your redecorating project, you can make sure that yourself and anyone else involved can stay on track as much as possible.
Furthermore, it is convenient to have an idea as to the budget that you will be using for your project. It would not be all that ideal if you got your heart set on something, only to find that you do not have the funds to pay for what you want to do.
We hope that you have found this piece helpful and insightful and that you feel more confident in your abilities moving forward. Redecorating your home is meant to be fun, so remember to take some time for yourself if you find that you are becoming overwhelmed in any way.
No matter what you choose to do, know that your home will look fabulous and stylish soon enough!
