No matter how much money you have to spend, there’s always something you can do to make your living room look more appealing to yourself, and to the people who visit your home. That said; you’re going to need the right advice and some up-to-date information if you want to get things right. Considering all this, I’m going to take a few moments out of my busy schedule today to give you a helping hand. You might not realise it, but renovating your living room doesn’t have to take weeks, and there are some very simple alterations that can be made to achieve the desired effect. Admittedly, some of the suggestions I’m about to make will require you to spend cash, but I promise it will be worth it when you see the results.
I know what you’re thinking “what makes you an expert on the subject?”. Well, apart from watching every single episode of Changing Rooms during the 1990s, I actually have a qualification in interior design, so you can definitely trust my advice. With that in mind, grab yourself a cup of tea and lend me your ears for the next few minutes. You never know; this could be the only living room design article you need to read this year.
Buy New Furniture
I say furniture, but what I really mean relates to seating. If you have old sideboards or a worn out mantelpiece, there’s nothing stopping you from taking these into the garden, sanding them down and giving them a fresh coat. This will make them look new, and stylish in no time. However, if you really want to make a change people will notice, purchasing some quality leather seating from a reputable retailer like Chesterfield Sofas could make all the difference.
Create A Feature Wall
You should probably consider redecorating the whole room, but if you simply don’t have time for this, focusing your efforts on a single wall can help to improve the overall aesthetic. To achieve this, you could either look at some cool wallpaper, or paint the area and then use a stencil to create something awe inspiring. These days, there are lots of websites online that specialise in wall stencils and stickers, so you won’t have a hard time finding suitable ones. Also, some companies have the ability to produce and sell custom ones, which means if you have an original idea, realising it isn’t too hard.
Consider Alternative Lighting
Most people will have a lamp or two knocking around the place, and we all have lights on the ceiling, but there are lots of other options available to you, and so it’s definitely worthwhile taking a look at some of them. Personally, I like lasers and lava lamps, but some people do feel these are a bit dated in 2014, so just look at the website of any lighting specialist to see what cool and innovative products are around at the moment. Well folks, after reading through those tips, you should have a much better idea about what you can do to improve on the look of your living room and make it more appealing for another year. Have fun!
