Hello World! Welcome Friends! If you’re considering a little home improvement and DIY, your lounge might be the space you want to focus on first. This is the space most of us tend to spend the most time in when at home. It’s comfortable, it’s where you can kick back and relax and it’s communal if you spend time with others at home. Here, you can unwind, enjoy yourself and build fond memories with your family or friends. Seeing as it’s one of the most used spaces in your home, it will also get through a fair amount of use, wear and tear, so will need updating and sprucing up on a more regular basis than other spaces in your home. Here are a few key areas you might want to focus on in this journey.
Color Scheme
It’s always good to have a color scheme in your home. This goes for your lounge too. Choosing the right color can make all the difference to your space, so make sure to choose wildly. Neutrals tend to be popular, as they’re non offensive and can be paired with all sorts of furniture and decoration without clashing. If you go for a brighter or bolder tone, you may want to consider this color for a feature wall, unless your room is large and spacious, in which case, stronger colors can be successful without proving overwhelming. Head to your local DIY store or paint seller and browse swatches to find a few tones that work for you. Then, buy sample pots that you can use on your own walls to see how they dry and look in the lighting in your home. When it comes to painting the walls, you can take a DIY approach, but generally speaking, it’s best to use a professional painter decorator who will finish the job to a high standard.
Flooring
Flooring plays a larger and more significant role in any space than you might originally think. It can add texture, color and tone to a room, as well as comfort or practicality. For your living space, only you can know which type of flooring will fare best. Hardwood floor benefits are numerous. They look good, they are easy to clean and maintain and they are ideal if you have children or pets who make messes and spills on a more regular basis. Carpet is ideal if you have older children who are less likely to spill food or drinks. It can be comfortable, soft underfoot and provide warmth to a space.
Lighting
Every lounge needs lighting. In the day, natural lighting is ideal. This can make the room feel bright and fresh and also helps to regulate your body’s circadian rhythms. However, in the evening, chances are, you’ll need to add some artificial lighting to enjoy the space. Overhead lights, lamps, floor lamps, spotlights – the list goes on. Choose something with a warm glow or that is dimmable to provide light with the right atmosphere on the night.
Each of these areas really should be focused on when decorating your lounge. Consider each for the best results!
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