Repainting a room, or your entire house, can be a great way of getting a brand-new look. But it can also be messy and time-consuming to do yourself, and expensive if you hire professionals. Also, if you don’t like the results, you have to live with it or start again from scratch. Fortunately, there are other ways of adding an exciting splash of color to your every-day life.
Below are 7 wonderful ways to add a pop of color without using one drop of paint. Best of all, you can make these changes for just a fraction of the cost of a professional paint job, and you can change your mind as often as you’d like.
#1: Wall Decorations
Just because you cannot paint your walls doesn’t mean that they have to be bland. You can add a lot of pop using wall decor. Find a large colorful painting that takes up a lot of space on an empty wall. Hang a wall tapestry, or even a little wall paper to create an accent wall. These alternatives not only add color and pop to your décor, but also create an intriguing focal point for the room.
#2: Furniture Accents
If you aren’t keen on buying bright colored furniture, use furniture accents to add color and life to your décor. Use a mix of soft tones and vibrant colors to create a unique look. There are a number of accents to mix and match such as afghans, throw pillows and blankets, fabric placemats in the dining room. In fact, many professionals recommend mixing and matching patterns and colors to create a vibrant color scheme. The best part? You can change these furniture accents as the seasons change without much expense or hassle.
#3: Table Accents
Used in combination with the ideas above, table accents and other inspiration pieces can help to help create flow. Think about how the colors will work together. Look for accents such as vases, frames, flowers and knickknacks that will add a pop of color without the commitment of a permanent or costly change.
#4: Floors
There is little risk and a lot of reward by using floor decorations to add color to your home interiors. If you have a neutral color couch, adding a colorful area rug can play off of your neutral furniture beautifully. Use multiple smaller rugs and runners in addition to the area rug to add dimension and interest.
#5: Window Treatments
Your window treatments have a huge impact on the way that your rooms feel. As a matter of fact, a new window treatment can change the entire mood of a room. Whether it is how much (or how little) light gets in or how big or small your windows are, getting creative with your window decorations is an excellent way to add color and texture to your home. Try combining sleek, opaque shades with a traditional curtain or header.
#6: Colorful Furniture
Maybe you don’t want a bright red couch in your living room, but have you thought about a bright red armchair or a printed rocker? Using even one strategically placed colorful furniture piece will liven up any room. Even if the rest of your furniture is neutral, these color pieces – if chosen well – will improve the overall aesthetic of the room and carry your eye from one corner outward. You can achieve this same look with textured and patterned pieces. In the dining room, mis-matched chairs have become a wonderful, eclectic trend.
#7: Plants and Flowers
Often overlooked inside the home, fresh plants and flowers. They add color and liveliness throughout your space. A simple vase of fresh flowers on the kitchen counter or a potted palm in the corner of the living room can make a huge impact on the comfort, hominess and color of your home.
These are just a few of the many ways to add a pop of color to your home. What are some of the ways you’ve avoided painting in the past? Keep in mind these are also great suggestions if you’re thinking about selling your home and want to create a beautifully staged canvas for potential buyers.
Additional Resources for Home Buyers and Home Sellers
Not Your Daddy’s Home Selling Tips.
A Heads-Up for Home Buyers, 11 things you might not have thought of.
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