If you are looking to update your home for the warmer season, then we have put together some great ideas for giving your house a summer refresh…

With summer approaching, you’ll probably be hoping to entertain more guests as the UK is gradually lifted out of lockdown. If you’re partial to a barbecue, dinner party or simply just a catch up at home with your friends, then you’re going to want your house to look as beautiful as possible in order to impress your guests.  Refreshing your home can be as cheap and simple to as expensive and complex as you want it to be- so you literally have hundreds of options and ideas. Here are a mix of great ideas for giving your house a summer refresh, ranging from pricey to affordable…

Switch Your Cushions

One of the easiest, yet most effective ways to give your house a refresh is by replacing the cushion covers on the cushions around your home. Some people choose to have different cushion covers for different seasons, while others just replace them as and when. Try to go for bright, summery colours in light fabrics to match your house to the season. Although fur pillows and throws can be incredibly comfortable, you might want to think about putting these into storage for a few months until they become more weather appropriate again. Once you’ve changed the covers on your sofas and your beds, you’ll immediately notice that your house has a different feel to it. Since this option will cost less than £100, you don’t have to worry about breaking the bank, either.

Replace Your Bedding

Similarly, replacing your bedding is a great way to inject some summery vibes into your home. Some people choose to simply use a sheet over summer and put their duvet into storage, but if you like the cosy feeling when you’re sleeping, then you could always just replace your bedding for something a little more lighter and brighter. White bedding can instantly give your room a fresh, summer feel, and pastels will always go down treat. When selecting your bedding, stay away from materials like silks, as these can trap in the heat and make you feel uncomfortably hot during the night.

Consider A Big Renovation

If you really want to impress your dinner party guests this summer, then why not consider a big renovation? Now is a great time to add in that second bathroom you’ve been dreaming about for a while, or give your kitchen a much-needed refresh. If you’re looking for a kitchen design that people will get people talking, then take a look at the bespoke kitchens by Kesseler. Their designs are both beautifully British and completely unique, meaning that you can create a statement in your home that you’re guaranteed no one will have ever seen before. From modern kitchens to the traditional classic, you’re free to choose your favourite style and work with designers to create your dream kitchen.

Buy Some House Plants

House plants not only look attractive, but they also come with a whole host of other benefits. A house plant can benefit you by boosting your mood, lowering stress and anxiety, improving the air quality and much, much more. If you’re prone to forgetting to water your plants, then there are plenty of plant and gardening websites that have a section for (virtually) unkillable plants– so it’s not the end of the world if you miss a couple of weeks of watering them. Generally speaking, green, leafy pot plants are easier to care for than plants with flowers. Tropical plants like palm plants will look great in your conservatory over the warmer months, and as a bonus, they don’t require much watering.

Replace Your Windows

You’d be surprised at how different your house will look simply by investing in some new windows. If your house feels dark and cramped, then chances are, your windows have something to do with it. If you want to be able to let in all that beautiful summer sunshine, then replacing your windows with bigger ones is a great way to do so. Replacing your windows can also make your house appear bigger- especially in cramped rooms- since there will be less confining wall space. It’s a great way to boost the value of your home as well, so if you’re thinking of selling at some point, it’s definitely something you should consider.

Add Some Fairy Lights

Fairy lights are no longer reserved for teenage girls living in the 90s. If you have a balcony or a conservatory, a string of fairy lights can be a great way to create some atmosphere and light the place up during the summer months you’ll be spending in there. With styles like lanterns and ivy, and pretty much every different colour you could possibly want, it’s up to you what type of lights you decide to go for- though if your lights are going outside, make sure to choose some that are water resistant!

These are just a few ways to give your house a summer refresh. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below…