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• To step
• Method 1 of 2: Make major changes
• Method 2 of 2: Add decorative details
• Tips

A new house is like a blank slate; you have the chance to transform any room into a personal space that you admire. Whether you're tired of your old space or moving into a new home, decorating your home is a mandatory step to create extra cosiness and charm. Try to tackle some major parts of your house, as well as change some small details. This is how you achieve the best results.

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Method 1 of 2: Make major changes

1. Paint the walls. If you rent, you must first check whether this is allowed. If you are allowed to, then painting the walls can be a quick way to refresh the look of the house and make it more interesting. Choose a color that complements your personality and suits the space. If you are cheerful and sparkling, choose for example golden yellow or bright green. Are you a bit calmer and more balanced? Then a gray or blue shade may suit you better. Paint is not permanent, so don't hesitate to experiment with different colors until you find the perfect look!
   • Don't be afraid to use multiple colors throughout your home. However, you probably don't want too many different bright colors, but it is not at all surprising to paint each room in a different color.
   • Although it is not as fashionable as it used to be, if you prefer, you can opt for wallpaper. This way you can add some pattern to your interior. You can also opt for wall stickers that you can easily remove.
   • If you're not ready to paint an entire room (let alone your entire house!), Consider creating for an accent wall. You do this by coloring just one wall in the room, usually a wall that attracts a lot of attention. Choose a bright color, or a color that matches the rest of your interior.
2. Try new furniture. The furniture is perhaps the most important part of the furnishing. If you don't have that much furniture, or have had the same for years, consider bringing in some new furniture. Choose beautiful pieces that suit you in color and style. Don't hesitate to try anything other than the store setup. Furniture that shows your personality is a lot more fun than that boring showroom model that you buy because it is on sale.
   • Don't be afraid to buy secondhand furniture from thrift stores; you can easily apply a new coat of paint or opt for new upholstery.
   • Instead of buying a ready-made set, mix and match your furniture. This way you create a unique look, and you probably save money too.
3. Use decorative storage space. Whether you have a passion for collecting, or are extremely organized, everyone needs space to store their belongings. Instead of putting your clutter under the bed or in the back of a closet, you can opt for decorative storage.Think of consoles with doors, large bookshelves, cupboards for your knick-knacks, etc. By creating attractive storage space you kill two birds with one stone.
   • Line up shoe boxes, or paint storage boxes to find a sophisticated solution to your storage problems.
   • Bookcases can be used to store all kinds of things in addition to books. Consider putting one in the kitchen so you can store your dishes in it. Or put one in the living room for all kinds of decorations.
   • When buying new furniture, look for pieces that offer hidden storage space.
4. Renovate old furniture. If you don't have enough money to buy new furniture for your apartment, give your current furniture a makeover. For example, you can try painting the cabinets in the kitchen or bathroom. You can use cheap fabrics to reupholster your sofas and chairs. You can give wood accents (such as edges of furniture, window sills, doors, etc.) a new color. You can also just try to rearrange your furniture. Just look how that makes a big difference.

Method 2 of 2: Add decorative details

1. Hang some art. There is hardly anything that makes more of a difference than art, prints, posters, and photos. Choose a collection with complementary pieces, colors, and themes: think of nature photos, paintings, concert posters, favorite quotes, etc. Visit the local thrift store and see if you can find some frames that match your art. Then hang the prints all over the house. A bare wall is a boring wall. So try to hang at least a few large pieces and spread some small pieces of art around your house.
   • Keep in mind that you can repaint the picture frames to make them look better with your art and furniture.
   • You can find tons of cheap prints of famous paintings online. This makes it a lot easier to add a lot of art to your home.
2. Drop your favorite photos and memories. To make your home truly quirky and attractive, you can hang framed photos of your favorite memories, people, travels, and locations. You can print large photos of various experiences. Hang the large ones as eye-catchers on the walls, or print smaller ones to display "haphazardly" in your home. People will love your house when your favorite photos are scattered around, and you yourself will always be reminded of the beautiful things you have experienced.
   • You can often find cheap photo frames at the thrift store. You can then paint these in the colors of your interior.
   • Try to combine the photos with a collection of other works of art. This way you can show many of your personal favorites. It also gives an extra personal touch to your home than if you only hang paintings.
3. Hang floating shelves. Floating shelves are shelves that you can attach directly to the wall. For example, you can hang photos and prints around it. These shelves are excellent for setting up small decorations. Consider, for example, small vases, things you have collected on your travels, and other beautiful things that match your interior. These shelves are also great for displaying your photos and art, without cluttering your walls with holes.
   • Floating shelves are great for decorating a bathroom. They allow you to store your towels and the like, and take up virtually no space.
   • Try hanging floating shelves in the kitchen to display your cookbooks and your beautiful glassware / chinaware. .
4. Use creative lighting. Standard lampshades generally lack personality. Buy some new, more decorative light sources. Make sure your main light sources match your interior. Note that they are not too conspicuous. Small, interesting lamps can be placed anywhere in the house to add light and flair to your style. If you're an avid DIYer, you can also buy old lamps from the thrift store. You can then paint, refinish or upholster these. This way you create a new, fresh look.
   • If you're using multiple lights in a room, try to vary the color, size, and shape of the lights (unless it's a set).
   • You can never have too much light in your home. So do not hesitate to place multiple light sources in a (small) room.
5. Hang some new curtains. Curtains are one of the most underused tools in home decor. With a little carpentry you can install curtain rails and hang beautiful curtains that match your furniture perfectly. Look for colorful curtains or curtains with a pattern - that's how you brighten up the room. If you work with a room that you prefer to keep dark (such as the bedroom), you can buy blackout curtains. If you want to make the room appear larger, opt for light-colored curtains with a pattern.
6. Look for matching rugs. Rugs serve two purposes: they cover ugly and dirty spots on the floor and give your floor a little extra touch. Look for rugs that fill the empty spaces in your home. This will make your house seem full of furniture, when in reality not much is at all. Look for rugs that match your interior. Rugs can be placed almost anywhere in the house - including in your kitchen and bathroom. So don't hesitate to buy several!

Tips

Try to add interesting details to your home. Think of indoor plants. You can also choose to replace the door handles. These subtle changes already make a huge difference.