The pandemic has been a long, difficult period of our lives. As much time as everyone has spent in their homes in the past few years, there are undoubtedly some ideas percolating about varying upgrades and decorating trends to try. In celebration of the illness starting to subside, it may be fun to revitalize your home. What better way to improve your surroundings than to use socially responsible resources that help people in need?
As you consider some of these decor options, it may also be helpful to think about the varying areas of your home that may need an upgrade. Green Air Scents invites you to explore the home-refreshing ideas below.
Furniture Facelift
Buying new furniture for your home would be a costly endeavor that may prevent you from making other necessary changes. Rather than replacing furniture, it may be wise to consider having it reupholstered. A quick search online will help you locate local providers. As you consider re-upholstery services, do your research. You should get quotes from several providers, read reviews, and get a time estimate from each company.
Keep in mind that the cost to reupholster varying pieces will differ. If your existing furniture has a lot of life left in it or has sentimental value as an heirloom, it may be worth considering reupholstery as an alternative to purchasing new items. Another idea to consider for your home revival is updating your walls and decor.
Walls That Wow
It is amazing how much a new coat of paint can change the energy of a room. Whether you are simply refreshing your existing color or going for an entirely different look, prepare to be pleasantly surprised. Sometimes homeowners opt to use varying shades of a hue to give a room a subtle energy shift. Many paint companies offer an online tool for visualizing your space in a variety of colors, which may help you narrow down your options.
Once you have created the right color vibe for your living space, consider adding some beauty to your walls. Purchasing unique art and decor sets your space apart from the rest. Lighting is another important consideration as you revamp your living space. Selecting the right fixtures will show off your new wall decor and establish an ambiance that will bring peace and joy to your home.
Love Your Lighting
The way your home is lit can make a difference in your mood, energy levels, and how welcoming your space is to others. Bright,artificially lit spaces can intensify emotions, whereas lower, soothing light sources have been shown to improve people’s mood and willingness to negotiate with others. Differing rooms in your home may require varying types of lighting. A kitchen is a great example of a space that may be best served by well-lit surfaces to prepare meals. You may find that designated overhead lighting is best to highlight work areas such as an island, countertop, and kitchen sink.
Your living room lighting may be best served by accent lamps, hanging pendant lights, and decorative lighting that reflects your personality and individual needs. A popular trend in lighting right now is the use of multi-tiered pendants, lampshades that offer a pop of color to a room, or paper lanterns that beautify as well as adding light and color to your home. Consider areas of your room that may need a bit of extra light for reading or engaging in hobbies.
And don’t rule out the benefits of natural light! Try to use natural lighting whenever possible. If your windows are preventing your home from getting a healthy dose of sunshine, you may want to give them a good polish. You can do a search online for “window washing near me” to begin sorting through the local contractors. Spend some time reading reviews and select someone whose previous customers were happy with their work.
There is no end to the lighting and decor options for your home. As you begin your revitalization process, use online guides and resources to inspire your ideas. And don’t forget to tie all of these projects together with some lovely scents from Green Air Scents!
