7 Tips for Decorating Your First Home! – CouponMamaUK

Moving into your first home is one of the most memorable and exciting things that you can do – it’s a real step forward into adulthood (no matter how old you are!). It’s a real step forward into adulthood (no matter how old you are!). Choosing that home was a huge decision, and a financial commitment too. And it will have taken a lot of thought to decide on the best location, the right size of the house, and how much you can or were willing to spend. You’ve done it, though. You’re there. So now you want to decorate and put your own stamp on it. Here are some ideas for you.

| Have A Plan |

If you have used a reputable moving firm such as Small Moves inc , your possessions will be all boxed up and delivered safely into your new place. You should have a plan in place as to where exactly where you want things to go. Or even whether you want to stack everything up in one room so that you can decorate and then unpack. It’s more than just what goes where, though. You also need to have a plan about which room will be decorated first, and how it will look. That way you can get straight on to it once the dust has settled after your move. You may not have much time if you work and can’t take any more annual leave, which is why a written schedule can keep you on track.

| Have A Budget |

Moving house can be an expensive time, so it’s useful to have a budget when it comes to the decorating that you want to do. That way you won’t overspend and find that you come up short on your first rental or mortgage payment. That’s not a good way to start off your new life in a new place. Money is likely to be tight just after moving in too. So start with the smaller projects if need be. It’s so easy to get excited about renovating your new home that you can easily overspend if you’re not careful. Remember that you don’t have to buy everything at once. You can simply do one room at a time, which will enable you to stretch your budget even further.

| Dimensions |

Starting any kind of decorating or renovation project without knowing the exact dimensions of the rooms is going to make it hard to budget properly or buy the right kinds of tools and materials. In the rush to get everything ready, this is something that’s so easy to overlook but is essential to know. If you still have your estate agent’s brochure for the property, the dimensions will be listed there. But it’s always best to check them for yourself to be sure. It won’t take more than a few minutes but could save you money and the hassle of having to return goods or buy more paint if you didn’t get enough in the first place. Remember to also measure doorways and hallways. You could find the ideal piece of furniture for your home, but if it won’t fit through the door, you may have to pass it by.

| Neutral Colours |

It’s a good idea to pick one central colour scheme for your home so that the rooms all have something that ties them together. Having this scheme be the main colour, and then adding different elements of other colours in the form of ornaments, curtains, and other furnishings is a great way to do it. By sticking with a neutral palette, you will avoid having any colours that clash, or look too bright or out of place. You don’t want to confuse people – or yourself – when they walk into a room and don’t know where to look. Keep it all the same and the home will feel a lot more comfortable and harmonious.

| Focal Points |

Despite advocating the use of neutral tones, it is also important to have a splash of colour in your home. Otherwise, it will look bland and boring. By having a focal point in each room, the eye will know what to look at, and it will also bring some life to the home you’ve chosen. You might want to have a statement wall that is painted a different colour (something bright, perhaps). Or a wall that is covered with a gorgeous patterned wallpaper. Try to have other elements of the same colour in the room (match a light shade to the wall colour, for example, or some cushions on your sofa could pick out the same shade). That way everything will come together and look attractive. What you choose to cover your feature wall in will depend on your budget to some extent; paint is less expensive than good wallpaper.

| Buy A Good Mattress And Bed |

Whether you do this before or after your move is up to you, but you should certainly do it. You need to invest in a high-quality bed and – perhaps more importantly – mattress to go with it. We spend a third of our lives in bed, so it makes sense for it to be the most comfortable, healthy space we can afford. A mattress that is the right level of firmness can make a big difference to how well you sleep and how healthy you feel. Moving is a good time to de-clutter and renew, so this could be the perfect opportunity to replace your old bed and start fresh in your new place.

| Relax |

Decorating your new place isn’t a race. You’re going to be there for a while, and nothing has to be done right away unless a room simply isn’t usable. For most people, however, decorating their new home after moving in is simply a way to put their own mark on it – and if you’re going to be there for years, there is plenty of time to get it all done. Stick to your plan and stick to your budget and you’ll find everything will look wonderful in its own time.