Even the most beautiful spaces need a refresh once in a while. And it doesn’t have to cost you a lot to give your home an update. If you’re itching for a change but want to stick to your budget, I’ve got 9 easy solutions for you. All you need is a little time and creativity. Sometimes giving new purpose to what you already have can easily make it feel brand new.
9 Cheap & Easy Room Decor Updates
- Shop Your Home – Chances are you already have great items in your home. To breathe new life into them, move them around and see how they work in different spaces. That silk throw pillow on your bed may look incredibly chic when paired with a hard leather chair in the living room.
- Update Accent Pillows – Accent pillows allow for an easy change of color, texture and pattern around the home. Mix patterns and prints by staying within the same color family.
- Change out Area Rugs – Sometimes just changing out the area rug in a room can update the whole space. Try neutral tones if you want the place to feel bigger. Or opt for bold geometric patterns for a modern vibe.
- Add Flowers & Plants – Keep things looking fresh with some flora and fauna around indoor areas. Use a favorite mug for a quaint little corner in the bedroom or home office. Use jars to set wildflowers in the kitchen.
- Re-Paint an Item You Own – Consider changing the color of an existing mirror. Or create a bright photo collage by painting vintage frames in spunky colors. Paint a wooden armoire and then distress it for a country chic look. The key is to take something you’ve had for a long time and give it new life.
- Add a Mirror – Mirrors add dimension to a space, particular to smaller ones. Try adding a large mirror to a narrow wall for a dramatic and open effect. Use an ornate mirror in the bathroom for some glamour. Or rest a large one against the corner of a bedroom for a sophisticated approach.
- Move it All Around – Start with what you already have and re-envision where it currently sits. Maybe you can swap the couch and entertainment unit. Or place that table along a different wall. Even just moving one piece will have you thinking differently.
- Add Color – Add some spot color to a wall in your bedroom or in your living room. Whatever the area, choose something that will pop and highlight the rest of the tones in the room. If the rest of the room is based on neutral tones, you can go with any color and then coordinate subtle hues in your accent pieces to complement it.
- Update Light Fixtures – Lighting is incredibly important to setting the mood in your space. But light fixtures are often overlooked, though they make a big impact. It’s not difficult to find an inexpensive lamp to brighten up your space. Check your local hardware store. Or, shop garage sales and thrift shops for some unique finds. To really personalize the look, try painting the lamp in a different color; metallics or bright colors work best.
