If you lived with an ex-partner than you know how difficult it can be to start over when it comes to moving into a new place. Chances are you have divided your possessions, including the furniture and other items. That means you will need to purchase some new stuff. The good news is that you now have the opportunity to start fresh. In essence, you get to choose exactly how you want your new home to look like. Even if you don’t have a lot of money to spend right now there are some fun things that you can do. The following information will provide you with five (5) budget friendly home decorating tips for people who are starting over.
Buy Used Furniture
Buying new furniture can be incredibly expensive and may not be in your budget. However, you can pick up some nice pieces of used furniture for a fraction of the price. Start searching your local online marketplaces, and online yard sale sights. You can also get some great deals at your local charity run thrift stores. You’ll be pleasantly surprised as to what some people donate.
Paint/Stain Your Existing Wood Furniture
If you have an older wood dresser, chest, or table that you want to replace, but don’t currently have the money to spend, your best bet is to refinish/refurbish those pieces. A little bit of paint or stain can go a long way in helping your old wood furniture look like new. You also get to add your personal touches, which can give your furniture a custom look.
Refurbish Your Old Couch And Fabric Chairs
If you own an old couch or fabric chair that you want to replace, but buying them new is not in the budget right now, you can easily refurbish them. The least expensive route to take is to purchase slipcovers. They make slipcovers for basically every size couch and chair. You can also attempt to re-upholster them yourself, or hire a professional re-upholsterer if you have the money to spend.
Purchase A Bunch Of Throw Pillows
Did you know that throw pillows are one of the most cost effective ways to decorate your new home? They are available in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and sizes, which makes them a decorators dream. Try placing a new throw pillow or two on a chair, or a bunch of new throw pillows on your couch in order to provide some pop and fun to your space.
Add New Drapes And Or Window Shades
Installing new drapes and or window shades can drastically change the look and feel of any room in your new home. Drapes are available in a wide variety of colors and materials. You can even purchase shades at your local hardware store of big box store. The good news is that they are super easy to install yourself, so you really don’t need to pay a professional.
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