With the summer heat here in full force, moms everywhere are taking the extra time off to get some bedroom redecorating done. Whether you're redecorating your master suite or you're updating your kids' rooms, here are some tips for getting the most out of your project.
Determine what exactly you want to do: Do you want to repaint your walls? Put up a wallpaper border? Are you going to reupholster or refinish your furniture? Determine exactly what you want to do in your redecorating project, and make lists of what you will need in order to do it. Some projects may be a little too ambitious for the moment, but you can come back to them later.
You may also want to consider drawing a layout for the room, so you have a visual idea of what will work and what will fit in the space you have.
Know what you need to change vs. what you want to change: It can be very tempting to go all-out with redecorating. Make a list of the things you need changed in your redecorating project, and the things that you want changed, but can wait. Keep both lists with you at all times. This will keep you from outpacing your redecorating budget.
Redecorating by rearranging: Give your bedroom a new look by rearranging the furniture that you already have. It costs you nothing but a couple of hours of time, and you'd be surprised at how fresh your room can look just by moving around your furniture.
Get more looks out of your theme: Since the bed is typically the focal point of the bedroom, get two or three different comforters in the same theme (e.g., two or three different camo bedding comforters) when you're buying bedding. That way, you can simply swap them out for a quick and easy facelift when you're redecorating.
Research, research, research! Check both online and in stores to find exactly what you need by way of bedding and accessories. Going to brick and mortar stores can be time-consuming, but you can get something right then and there and you know exactly how it looks and feels. Online stores, however, typically have a much wider selection, and you have a better chance of finding a good deal.
Do your redecorating in the right order: If you're sprucing up the walls with paint or wallpaper, make sure you do that first. If you've got window treatments that you're making, do those next. Refurbishing your furniture? That should be next on your list. If you do your tasks in the proper order, you'll save yourself a lot of time and headaches.
About the Author
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Tony Brobst is the president of The Camo Shop, which features camo bedding and home accessories for every outdoorsman (or woman).
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