Before and After Ideas to Give Your Home a Fresh New Look

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There are many reasons to want to give your home a makeover. Your home may be feeling a bit stale and you want to make it vibrant and stylish. You could also be looking for extra comfort and enjoyment. You could also be craving for a new look- you can only enjoy the same look for so long. Now that we are in a new year, you probably want to make a statement to friends and family who will be visiting.

Whichever is your reason, giving your home a new look can be exciting. You can even picture the new look in your mind once you are done. However, it can be equally overwhelming, dwindling your creativity in the process. Not to worry though, here are 4 great ideas to transform your home for your inspiration.

  • 1. Add some soft furnishings

Soft furnishings serve your home for several reasons. Besides bringing out an elegant feel and look to your aesthetics, they add a layer of comfort to your home. They also provide a great way of adding pops of color to your spaces.

Start by rethinking your throw pillows. Refill those that are worn out to give them a great shape. You can think of changing the covers to bring in different colors and patterns. You can also think of swapping them by taking some to your bed and bringing some from your bed to your couch.

Next, think of fuzzy blankets and sheepskin or super-soft faux fur throws that you can drape over your couch, entryway benches, or dining room chairs. You can also have some on your foldable chairs on the patio or in the outdoors. These work well in instantly creating an expensive look around your home.

  • 2. Rethink window treatments

One area that is often ignored yet can add a touch of warmth and elegance is the window treatments. If you have been feeling like your home lacks these two, this is the area to capitalize on. However, you need to be careful with the choice of your window treatments. The last thing you want is to achieve a cheap look in the name of transforming your home.

For starters, don’t go for unlined flimsy and see me through drapes as they appear cheap. Choose ones that are well lined as they appear to be classy and elegant. Rethink the material as well. Stay away from cheap-looking ones such as polyester and opt for linen, cotton, or natural silk. In addition, ensure that you choose warm and inviting colors that blend well with your interiors.

If you would rather go for blinds, think wood or woven bamboo as they tend to look elegant.

  • 3. Repaint the walls

Repainting your walls allows you to tone down a bold color that seems too much, or accentuate a dull wall that can do with a bold color choice to liven up the spaces. You can also choose to repaint the same color shade, which can also work well in giving your home a fresh look.

If you are not sure about a color choice, you can never go wrong with neutrals such as gray, yellow, or beige. These are great choices when you want to tone down some walls. If you want an elegant feel, go for deep hues such as deep navy or purple.

  • 4. Involve an expert

DIY techniques are affordable ways of transforming your home. However, you can’t deny the fact that involving a professional in your home remodeling saves you the pressure, and allows you to achieve what you need in perfection. If you want some bold moves such as knocking down a wall or revamping your kitchen countertops, working with a home remodel contractor is the best route to take.

However, it is important that you work with a reliable one. How you will find one is by shopping around online or asking for referrals from your friends and family. Make a list of a number of home remodel contractors and then narrow down to one after considering the cost, their ratings, and reviews as well as viewing their previous works. Be sure to know what you want, but be open to suggestions.

Conclusion

Giving your home a new look is as good as transforming your mind and how you feel about your home. As seen above, transforming your home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Small steps here and there can go a long way in achieving the new look that you are after. However, regular maintenance, cleaning, and eliminating clutter are necessary for ensuring that your home is inviting all around the seasons.

Article written by: Jean Salinger

 

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