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| − | + | Are you tired of coming home to a nondescript bedroom? Or have you had the same style for years and want to give your room a new look? Here are some great ways to give your bedroom a new look without spending too much money. There are even a few ways to use what you have. | |
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#* If you live in a rental unit, use wall decals instead. They are giant, vinyl stickers that peel off easily when it is time to move out. | #* If you live in a rental unit, use wall decals instead. They are giant, vinyl stickers that peel off easily when it is time to move out. | ||
#Hang up some posters, photos, or artwork. This is great for those who are on a budget or are unable to repaint their rooms. If you are living in a rental unit, use double-sided mounting tape, stick-on mounting hooks, or poster putty/tack instead. | #Hang up some posters, photos, or artwork. This is great for those who are on a budget or are unable to repaint their rooms. If you are living in a rental unit, use double-sided mounting tape, stick-on mounting hooks, or poster putty/tack instead. | ||
| − | #* If you are hanging the wall art above your bed, consider matching it to your bed linens. For example, if your wall art has a white background with blue flowers, consider getting white bed linens with blue flowers on them as well.<ref>http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/wall-decals</ref> | + | #* If you are hanging the wall art above your bed, consider matching it to your bed linens. For example, if your wall art has a white background with blue flowers, consider getting white bed linens with blue flowers on them as well.<ref name="rf15451">http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/wall-decals</ref> |
#Save space by getting items that can be fixed to the wall. Nightstands and adjustable lamps can be affixed to walls and are a great way to save space. You can also put some shelves above your bed to store some of your favorite, personal items as well. | #Save space by getting items that can be fixed to the wall. Nightstands and adjustable lamps can be affixed to walls and are a great way to save space. You can also put some shelves above your bed to store some of your favorite, personal items as well. | ||
#Hang some fairy lights or string lights on the walls. You can use ordinary Christmas lights, or decorative ones. Decorative lights come in all different shapes and sizes, and can be found in shops that sell light fixtures and room décor. They come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and colors, such as flowers and butterflies. | #Hang some fairy lights or string lights on the walls. You can use ordinary Christmas lights, or decorative ones. Decorative lights come in all different shapes and sizes, and can be found in shops that sell light fixtures and room décor. They come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and colors, such as flowers and butterflies. | ||
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=== Adding Pillows, Linens, Curtains, and Rugs === | === Adding Pillows, Linens, Curtains, and Rugs === | ||
| − | #Add some extra pillows to your bed. To get that luxurious, hotel-like feel, plan on having two to six pillows on your bed. Place the larger pillows towards the back, and the smaller pillows towards the front. Don't be afraid to mix and match different colors and patterns.<ref>http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling-renovating/home-renovation/tips/g596/10-things-bedroom-needs/</ref> Here are some more ideas to get you started:<ref>http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/pile-pillows</ref> | + | #Add some extra pillows to your bed. To get that luxurious, hotel-like feel, plan on having two to six pillows on your bed. Place the larger pillows towards the back, and the smaller pillows towards the front. Don't be afraid to mix and match different colors and patterns.<ref name="rf15452">http://www.elledecor.com/home-remodeling-renovating/home-renovation/tips/g596/10-things-bedroom-needs/</ref> Here are some more ideas to get you started:<ref name="rf15453">http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/pile-pillows</ref> |
#* Mix large, bold prints with smaller, more intricate ones. | #* Mix large, bold prints with smaller, more intricate ones. | ||
#* Combine organic prints with geometric prints. | #* Combine organic prints with geometric prints. | ||
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#* If you live in a rental unit, you might already have blinds. See if you can place a curtain rod on top of the blinds. | #* If you live in a rental unit, you might already have blinds. See if you can place a curtain rod on top of the blinds. | ||
#* Consider draping a floral garland or some string lights above your curtains for an added touch. | #* Consider draping a floral garland or some string lights above your curtains for an added touch. | ||
| − | #Add some softness and warmth with a cozy rug. Try to get a rug that matches some aspect of your room, such as the bed linens, curtains, or wall color. If the headboard is against a wall, get a rug that extends 18 to 24 inches (45 to 60 centimeters) past all three sides of the bed. The most common rug placement is just in front of the nightstands, with the rug extending past the foot of the bed. If you have a longer rug, consider tucking it under the nightstands instead; this will help ground them better. Here are some common rug sizes and bed sizes:<ref>http://marysherwoodlifestyles.com/rugs-101-everything-you-need-to-know-when-shopping-for-an-area-rug/</ref><ref>http://www.howtodecorate.com/2015/02/guide-to-choosing-a-rug-size-2/</ref> | + | #Add some softness and warmth with a cozy rug. Try to get a rug that matches some aspect of your room, such as the bed linens, curtains, or wall color. If the headboard is against a wall, get a rug that extends 18 to 24 inches (45 to 60 centimeters) past all three sides of the bed. The most common rug placement is just in front of the nightstands, with the rug extending past the foot of the bed. If you have a longer rug, consider tucking it under the nightstands instead; this will help ground them better. Here are some common rug sizes and bed sizes:<ref name="rf15454">http://marysherwoodlifestyles.com/rugs-101-everything-you-need-to-know-when-shopping-for-an-area-rug/</ref><ref name="rf15455">http://www.howtodecorate.com/2015/02/guide-to-choosing-a-rug-size-2/</ref> |
#* If you have a twin, double, or full sized bed, get a 5 by 8 foot or a 8 by 10 foot rug. | #* If you have a twin, double, or full sized bed, get a 5 by 8 foot or a 8 by 10 foot rug. | ||
#* If you have a queen or king sized bed, get a 8 by 10 foot or 9 by 12 foot rug. | #* If you have a queen or king sized bed, get a 8 by 10 foot or 9 by 12 foot rug. | ||
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#* Consider switching out candles with the seasons. Use fresh, floral or fruity scents for the spring and summer, and spicy or woodsy scents for the fall and winter. | #* Consider switching out candles with the seasons. Use fresh, floral or fruity scents for the spring and summer, and spicy or woodsy scents for the fall and winter. | ||
#Add mirrors to make your room look bigger. You can hang a small mirror above your dresser, or a longer one over the back of your door. Instead of getting a plain mirror, consider getting one with a fancier frame, an unusual shape, or some designs etched onto it. | #Add mirrors to make your room look bigger. You can hang a small mirror above your dresser, or a longer one over the back of your door. Instead of getting a plain mirror, consider getting one with a fancier frame, an unusual shape, or some designs etched onto it. | ||
| − | #Use color and prints. Your bed linens, pillows, rugs, and curtains don't have to be the only source of color and pattern in your room.<ref>http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/printed-lampshade</ref> You can easily make a boring, blank wall appear more interesting by getting a lamp with a colorful shade. | + | #Use color and prints. Your bed linens, pillows, rugs, and curtains don't have to be the only source of color and pattern in your room.<ref name="rf15456">http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/printed-lampshade</ref> You can easily make a boring, blank wall appear more interesting by getting a lamp with a colorful shade. |
| − | #Try going monochrome. If you want a nice, clean look to your room, but don't want to go mundane with stark whites, you can try mixing and matching different shades of the same color. For example, all of your bed linens, pillows, rugs, curtains, and furniture can be different shades of green, such as light, medium, and dark.<ref>http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/color-saturation</ref> | + | #Try going monochrome. If you want a nice, clean look to your room, but don't want to go mundane with stark whites, you can try mixing and matching different shades of the same color. For example, all of your bed linens, pillows, rugs, curtains, and furniture can be different shades of green, such as light, medium, and dark.<ref name="rf15457">http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/color-saturation</ref> |
| − | #Have something to serve as the focus of your room. This can be as simple as an accent wall or a bed, to something as intricate as a fancy headboard or light fixture. If you choose to make your bed the focus of the room, place it in the center of one wall, and decorate it with pillows and a blanket.<ref | + | #Have something to serve as the focus of your room. This can be as simple as an accent wall or a bed, to something as intricate as a fancy headboard or light fixture. If you choose to make your bed the focus of the room, place it in the center of one wall, and decorate it with pillows and a blanket.<ref name="rf15452" /> |
#* A shelf with a collection of things you like can make a great focal piece. Try not to overcrowd the shelf, however, and consider layering items by placing smaller items in front of larger ones. | #* A shelf with a collection of things you like can make a great focal piece. Try not to overcrowd the shelf, however, and consider layering items by placing smaller items in front of larger ones. | ||
#Add a nightstand with all of the necessities. This will make your bed space appear more luxurious and comfortable. Try to include a lamp, a clock, and some flowers, either in a pot or vase. If you like to read, consider having a stack of books. If you tend to get thirsty at night, have a glass and a carafe filled with water; this will save you late-night trips to the kitchen for a glass of water. | #Add a nightstand with all of the necessities. This will make your bed space appear more luxurious and comfortable. Try to include a lamp, a clock, and some flowers, either in a pot or vase. If you like to read, consider having a stack of books. If you tend to get thirsty at night, have a glass and a carafe filled with water; this will save you late-night trips to the kitchen for a glass of water. | ||
| − | #* If you have a large bed set in the center of the wall, consider having one nightstand on each side of the bed. This will help create symmetry and balance.<ref | + | #* If you have a large bed set in the center of the wall, consider having one nightstand on each side of the bed. This will help create symmetry and balance.<ref name="rf15452" /> |
| − | #* Keep scale in mind. The larger your bed is, the larger nightstand and lamp your will need.<ref>http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/size-lamp</ref> | + | #* Keep scale in mind. The larger your bed is, the larger nightstand and lamp your will need.<ref name="rf15458">http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/decorating-bedroom/decorating-tricks-bedroom/size-lamp</ref> |
#Consider getting a comfortable place to sit. If you like to spend a lot of time in your room, you might want to get a comfortable chair to sit in, this way, you will be reserving your bed as just a place to sleep in. To make your sitting nook extra cozy, place it in the corner of the room. | #Consider getting a comfortable place to sit. If you like to spend a lot of time in your room, you might want to get a comfortable chair to sit in, this way, you will be reserving your bed as just a place to sleep in. To make your sitting nook extra cozy, place it in the corner of the room. | ||
| − | #* You can use an armchair, a small sofa, or even a beanbag chair.<ref | + | #* You can use an armchair, a small sofa, or even a beanbag chair.<ref name="rf15452" /> |
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* Always add a lot of knick knacks to make your room unique! | * Always add a lot of knick knacks to make your room unique! | ||
* If you live at your parents' home, remember to ask permission first, because they might not want you to do anything with your bedroom right away. | * If you live at your parents' home, remember to ask permission first, because they might not want you to do anything with your bedroom right away. | ||
| − | * Consider taking electronics, including TVs and computers, out of the bedroom and moving them to another room. This will help your mind associate your bedroom with rest and help you sleep better at night.<ref | + | * Consider taking electronics, including TVs and computers, out of the bedroom and moving them to another room. This will help your mind associate your bedroom with rest and help you sleep better at night.<ref name="rf15452" /> |
== Warnings == | == Warnings == | ||
