Home Décor on a Budget

Interior decorators are very useful in revamping a drab room (or an entire drab home!); however, they are not always practical in today's poor economic climate. So here are some tips to decorating your home without breaking the bank.
Stained or Dingy Carpet
You don't have to get brand new flooring just because your carpet is looking a little drab! There are cheaper ways to get your carpet looking fresh again. To get rid of stains, either rent your own steam cleaner or hire a steam cleaning company to get your carpet back to its original color. Either one will be cheaper than getting a brand new carpet. Also, look into area rugs. Not only will this add warmth and elegance to your room, it will also prevent further damage to your carpet.
Boring or Dirty Walls
There are many ways to get past your damaged or boring walls without having to hire professional painters. One option is to spackle and paint your walls yourself. Ask the people in your local paint or hardware store to assist you in choosing colors and blends that will look great on the type of wall you have, and also on tips on how to spackle smoothly and without mess. Then all your holes and dirty spots will be covered up. Another way to cover up damaged walls without the stress of painting is to simply hide them. You can shop second-hand stores and garage sales for art to hang, and if you stick with a unified theme and make sure it doesn't get too cluttered, your walls can go from blah to bright and modern in no time!
Nicked or Torn Furniture
If you are unhappy with the wear and tear of your furniture, there are many ways to fix them without having to buy brand new furniture. For instance, if the fabric on your couch, loveseat, or duvet is beginning to tear or wear thin, or if you are just bored with the color, there are many couch, loveseat and duvet cover sets that will not only add more visual interest to any room, but will also prevent further damage to the underlying fabric. If your coffee or end tables are nicked and scratched, you can easily find a similarly colored stain at your local hardware store, and fix it up yourself. This can make your furniture look brand new, and can save you a lot of money.
Little Details
Adding personal touches like throw pillows, family photos, and various knick-knacks can really make you house feel more like home. Also, be sure to keep your rooms clean and clutter-free. This will always make a better impression on visitors, and has the added benefit of feeling more comfortable.
You can be your own interior decorator, and not have to spend thousands of dollars. All of these tips will help you rejuvenate your home, making it look cleaner, brighter and more modern. Enjoy your revamped home!




If the fabric on your couch, loveseat, or duvet is beginning to tear or wear thin, or if you are just bored with the color, there are many couch, loveseat and duvet cover sets that will not only add more visual interest to any room, but will also prevent further damage to the underlying fabric.