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March 1st, 2021 by

Don't neglect your bedroom's layout and design the cold shoulder. Use these easy tips to instantly upgrade your bedroom.

Is your decor ready for a new look? You may not spend the most time in your bedroom, but it's some of the most important time since it's where you go to wind down and rest up for the following day. The most popular South Bend homes for sale stage their bedrooms to look and feel like the relaxation center of the home. Here are a few tips for turning your bedroom into a haven.

  1. Rearrange your furniture. If your bedroom's look seems tired and uninspired, a fresh new layout could make all the difference. Better yet, it won't cost you a thing! Move your furniture around and see if you like it better in a different way. Remember that your bed is the focus of the room, and find the best place for it first.

  2. Simplify. The key to a relaxing bedroom is to keep it simple and uncluttered, so while you're moving furniture around, consider whether there's anything you don't really need. Eliminating even one unnecessary piece of furniture can lighten the look of your bedroom considerably, and of course, getting rid of the clutter will help as well, especially if you plan on selling the house. Our real estate agents recommend keeping a donation box handy while you rearrange.

  3. Update lighting. Experts recommend "layering" your lighting in rooms like bedrooms. There are three levels of lighting you want in your bedroom: ambiance or overall lighting, task lighting such as bedside reading lights, and decorative lighting such as wall sconces. Install dimmers for your overhead lighting, invest in bedside lights, and if you don't want to install wall sconces, find some decorative lamps to place on your dresser top or on an occasional table.

  4. Paint the walls. If you have a little budget to spend on redecorating your room, paint is an excellent way to transform the look of your bedroom for not a lot of money. When choosing your paint colors, look for calming tones that will help to turn your bedroom into that haven of relaxation. If you'll be selling your home soon, it's also important to keep in mind that neutral paint colors sell best. If you'll be staying a while, on the other hand, feel free to express yourself, perhaps with an accent wall painted in a different, brighter color than the rest.

  5. Change out bedding. Changing your decor doesn't have to be expensive. Changing your bedding can totally transform the look of your bedroom, and at a comparatively low cost. White bedding is the classic color that's coming back into fashion, as homeowners gravitate toward more neutral decor. It'll also show well if you're staging your home to sell it.

  6. Organize. Finally, be sure not to mar your newfound relaxation with a lot of clutter. Clutter is more stressful and will make it hard for you to wind down in your bedroom. Focus any leftover budget on closet shelving systems and bins for organizing. Get rid of anything you don't really need or enjoy. If you're selling, you'll need to be especially ruthless about weeding out everything unnecessary. Anything you don't want to get rid of can be put in storage for now, as minimizing the clutter in your bedroom and closets will make the spaces seem bigger.

With a little preparation, a complete bedroom makeover can be done in a few days or a week, depending on how much you're changing. Starting planning today to create your dream bedroom, or if you're planning to sell your home, contact us for more suggestions on decluttering, upgrading, and staging.

Categories: Homeownership
Tags: Cressy & Everett, South Bend IN, Home improvement
Related Markets: South Bend

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