These days, most of us need to stick to a pretty limited budget. Which means there's a temptation to cut out those items which aren't strict necessities but which can bring real benefit to your wellbeing - like decor features, for example. The good news is, your home doesn't have to be bland and boring even if money's tight. There are super-affordable options out there for transforming it into a safe haven you can return to and recharge after work without spending too much. In this article we look at some decor options for decorating your home economically!
Display Canvas Prints instead of Framed Pictures
If you're living in a rented apartment, the chances are you won't have free rein when it comes to making holes in the wall. So if you want to display prints or photos, the classic framed picture format may not do - and you'll need to look for print formats that won't need nail or crews. These can be either lightweight prints that can be attached with tape or hanging strips, or free-standing prints that you can lean against the wall.
Canvas prints - sheets of printed canvas material wrapped on lightweight wooden frames - make the perfect room decor because they satisfy both requirements. They're light enough to be hung on the wall without nails, but their robust construction means they can simply be propped up on a desk or bookshelf. Available in a wide range of size formats, canvas prints are a fresh and modern alternative to classic standing frames.
Hang Some Posters
Posters are a classic choice for teenage rooms - generations of youngsters have covered the walls of their bedrooms with iconic photos and adverts reproduced on this super-affordable decor feature. But did you know that these days posters have been completely reimagined as a wall art format?
You're no longer limited to mass-produced posters. It's now easy to find personalized posters that come printed with the image of your choice - and thanks to advances in printing technologies you can find premium-quality examples at amazing budget prices. Check out the CANVASDISCOUNT.com range, for example - their posters are printed on genuine photo paper, but the prices start at just $3.90!
Get Some New Bedding
If you change homes and move into a new apartment, your new home may come with bedding included. But there's no guarantee that it will be new - or match your own sense of style. So it's worth thinking about buying a new set of bedding that will brighten up your new room and give it the personal touch. Or of course you can just bring your old bedding along with you to your new place - this will save you money and might help you adapt to your new living environment.
Collect Throw Pillows
Scattering vibrant pillows on your bed is always a good idea. Even one pillow is enough to make an impact, and a few together can make a really effective decor statement. And while buying several pillows can seem like big spending, you should bear in mind that once you have the pillow inners you can switch things up whenever you like by just changing the covers.
And pillows are wonderfully versatile things: you can use them for decoration or comfort on the bed, put them on chair seats, or even - if you get nice big ones - put them directly on the floor to sit on.
Throw Some Blankets Around
A bed or a couch usually represent a fair proportion of any bedroom or living room area. So why not give it a bit of character? You can turn your bed into a vibrant focal point of the room if you liven it up with a throw blanket or two. And of course cuddly blankets have a real practical use alongside their great potential as home decor features.
To make a really striking impact, you can pair your blankets with pillows featuring complementary designs. They don't have to be identical in colors and patterns, but you want them to match in overall style. Try spreading a blanket on the bed as the main feature, then using pillows as decorative additions. If you get your blankets/pillows custom printed with your own photos, make sure you choose images you'll still want to look at in a few months' time - tranquil landscapes and pet photos are the safest choices here.
Use Decorative Storage Boxes
This is how it usually goes - you move into your new home with a small suitcase and a backpack, and three years later you're surrounded by piles of clothes, books, shoeboxes, electric appliances, and tons of other things that make your life easier but take up a lot of space. Buying some new cupboards isn't always an option - good furniture is quite expensive - so many of us usually have to get by with storage boxes stuffed under the bed. But guess what - you don't have to hide all those containers away, because they can make great decor features in themselves. Look for boxes printed with decorative patterns to give your living space some boho character.
Get More Lamps for Extra Light
A desk lamp is a practical must-have at any home, but most designs aimed at budget buyers lack a certain sophistication. But you can complement the utilitarian qualities of your desk lamp with some elegant standing lamps that give off a softer, more relaxing glow.
You can also buy twinkle lights to create a festive (or romantic) ambiance in your room - one of the easiest and most impactful ways to turn an ordinary space into a cozy retreat from the stresses of the day. Display your mini lights on a windowsill or around your headboard and you'll notice an immediate change!
