With summer fast approaching, okay I know the weather does not always cooperate, but one way to freshen your space is to lighten it. You can do this by doing the following:
- exchange heavy draperies for lighter sheers or nothing at all if privacy is not an issue
- if you have hardwood or laminate flooring, remove the rugs, or change them to something with a beachy feel ~ like sisal matting
- update dark furnishings with well fitting white or cream slipcovers ~ a great alternative as they can be removed and cleaned if need be
- bring in lots of garden flowers that are in season and change them frequently
- open the windows and let the breeze blow through ~ one of the best ways to freshen your space
- and above all ~ declutter! Get rid of the 'stuff' on the mantel and coffee table ~ settle for a few well placed favourie items ~ by doing this you showcase them
Just a few changes like the above will not only physically lighten and brighten the space, but the reduction of visual clutter and dark colours will create a sense of spacious relaxation.
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