It happens. You look around one day and think, "When did my bedroom get so blah?" In the room that almost no one sees but close family, it can be easy to give all the attention to other, more public, spaces of the home.
The good news is that you dont have to redo the entire bedroom to give it a fresh feel. Small changes can have big impact, and you can do them yourself in a weekend or less.
Paint
You can completely change not just the look, but also the feel, of your bedroom with a coat of paint. But it has to be the right coat of paint. Some colors arent recommended for the bedroom because of the psychological affect they can have on people in the room.
"When picking your bedroom decor, dont go off just looks - if you want to get more sleep or have more sex, that is. A survey conducted bynbsp;Travelodgenbsp;revealed that certain shades can stimulate or >
The hotel chain, just one of many institutions that have weighed in on the psychology of color and how it affects bedroom habits, found that:
Knobs and pulls
You can change the whole personality of a piece, and the room, just by changing the hardware. This plain white dresser got an infusion of chic with brass rings.
Of course, you dont have to stop at hardware. This dresser started out as a plain old IKEA Rast, and got quite the makeover.
Lighting
Hows that overhead light looking? Pretty dated, you say? Swap it out for something more modern and give yourself something pretty to look up to. If you are the type who needs a fan in your bedroom but dont want to sacrifice >
While youre updating your lighting, think about your side tables, too. And while youre thinking about them, how about having a little fun with the process? Adding a little bit of whimsy, like with the Gold Geo Squir>
Rug
A rug in the bedroom reads "comfort" while providing another layer of deacute;cor. Dont be afraid to lay it right down on top of your wall-to-wall carpet for a luxurious look.
Duvet cover
No need to change out all your bedding. A new duvet cover can give you a whole new look. Places like Bed Bath amp; Beyond and Tuesday Morning are great choices for linens. We also love the Nate Berkus Collection at Target. This Embroidered Diamond Duvet amp; Sham Set is super soft, super stylish, super affordable 72 for Queen, and brings a >
Window coverings
Nothing brings a room together quicker and easier than new drapes. Its also a great way to introduce pattern in a space that may be devoid of it or that needs a punch of interest. These drapes draw the eye toward the windows and greenery outside, and also liven up a chaise that could have gotten lost in a sea of neutrals without the framing of the outdoor space.