Moving into a new house gives you the chance to completely make over the place and add your flair to it. Once you’ve booked your home removal and you’ve settled into your new home, you’ll want to get started on home decor. Decorating a home can be a lengthy process but there are some quick changes to make your new house feel like a home.
Read on for our ultimate guide to making a house feel like a home once you’ve moved in.
1) Paint The Walls
When houses are put on the market, they are often painted plain white so that prospective buyers can envision how they will make the space their own. Everyone’s personal taste is different but if you’re opting for the clean and minimal Scandinavian style, you may wish to keep the walls this colour. However, having white walls throughout your house can make it feel a little lacklustre. In this case, painting the walls a vibrant shade can add an injection of colour that brightens up your home.
2) Lighting
Lighting is a key part of making the house feel homely. Harsh downlighting can give a somewhat clinical feel, which isn’t desirable. Arranging different lighting options like lamps throughout the home can create a warm ambience.
Moving home can be expensive and particularly if it’s your first home, you might not have lamps for every room. In this case, changing the lightbulbs from a cold hue to a warm hue can make a big difference in how your house feels.
3) Pictures and Paintings
Bare walls can be an indicator that you haven’t lived in a property for very long or that the place is rented. Once you own your own home, you don’t have to worry about putting nails on the wall, it’s yours to decorate as you like. Hanging up pieces of artwork or pictures of family and friends adds character and a personal touch to your living space.
4) Rugs
Replacing the carpets or restoring hardwood floors is quite costly so buying new rugs is a good quick fix to make the place look put-together. Rugs do a great job of covering any stains or imperfections that might have been there when you moved in or happened during the moving process. They come in all shapes, sizes, designs and colours so can be a wonderful addition to any room!
5) Scents
Freshen up your new home by making it smell clean and inviting. You could light a candle or spritz a familiar scent around the house, something that makes you feel cosy and at home. Oil diffusers are also another great option that releases relaxing essential oils like lavender and rosemary into the air.
Removal Company
At Essex Removals we’re an experienced and reliable removal company that specialises in removal services across Essex. Our professional team will handle the whole move, from packing services to transportation, we’ve got you covered.
If you’re planning an upcoming move, contact us today for more information about our home removals and other removal services like antique removals or storage container services.
