Moving in Together: Budget-Friendly Decorating Tips for Couples
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Moving in with your significant other is an exciting process — and a big step! One of the most important parts of combining households is finding a way to ensure that the new space suits you both. A great way to do this is by working with Reel Property Solutions to find the perfect property based on both your specifications and then choosing a décor scheme that captures both your and your significant other’s tastes.
Decorating a home can get pricey, but fortunately, there are several budget-friendly renovations and decorating projects you can take on without breaking the bank. Here are a few ideas you can use as jumping-off points to create your perfect shared space:
Play With Color
Paint is the cornerstone of home décor. Giving your rooms a burst of color is one of the best ways to update a space and give it a more personalized vibe. Although painting is often a pretty big project, it doesn’t have to be a pricey one. Do plenty of research about how to paint on your own, and you can probably do a decent DIY job, saving you the cost of hiring a painter.
Put plenty of forethought into your color scheme before you get started. You don’t want everything to be a single color. A common method for balancing your palette is the 60-30-10 rule: 60% of the space should be your primary shade, 30% your secondary, and 10% an accent color. Look around at different examples of this scheme online and in décor magazines to get some inspiration for your space.
Update Hardware
Another simple, low-cost DIY you can take on to upgrade your space is swapping out hardware throughout your home. Old doorknobs, cabinet handles, curtain rods, and more can all give your space a dated feel. Replacing them is usually as simple as unscrewing the old one and swapping it for a new one.
Low-Cost Wall Art
Hanging items up on your walls gives your space character and dimension and allows you to play around with different arrangements and aesthetics. However, it’s hard to find wall art that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, especially if you’re looking for something unique. Still, there are plenty of ways to find low-cost wall art that suits your individual style.
First, you can try taking a look at local thrift and consignment shops. There are often rare and exciting finds in these kinds of stores that cost way less than you’d find at big box stores or antique shops. It may take a bit of digging or multiple trips to find the winner, but it can pay off in a major way. You may also want to take advantage of Kohls coupons and other discount opportunities from your favorite retailers.
If you’re crafty, you can also look into making your own wall art. There are tons of DIY tutorials online for everything from watercolor paintings to wall-mounted succulent pots. Not only will this be a great piece of decoration, but it can also serve as a project you and your partner can do together.
Form and Function
Finally, look for pieces of décor that serve for both form and function. For example, a decorative shelf can make a room pop and create extra storage space. An herb garden in your kitchen gives the space a fresh look and helps make your homemade dishes that much more delicious. An unused nook can become a home office where you can work or run a business in peace. These forms of decoration are a great budget double-hitter since they effectively serve as two purchases built into one.
With these ideas, you can make your space the perfect intersection of you and your partner’s tastes. Figuring out how to turn your space into a shared haven is one of the most exciting and rewarding parts of combining households. Embrace this process with your loved one, and enjoy the journey. Also know that Reel Property Solutions is brokered by eXp Realty. For all your residential real estate needs, get started by reaching out to Reel Property Solutions at 507-218-8788 today!
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