A Quick Room Makeover on a Budget

Perk Up your dull and lifeless room with these simple and quick ideas that won't break your budget.

1. The first step towards a room makeover is to start Cleaning your house. Clean all your windows and upholstery or get them professionally cleaned. This will give your room a fresh and renewed look.

2. Shop at discount stores for area rugs and cushions. They are a great way to perk up any tired-looking room.

3. Use your quilts and throws on sofas and beddings to add color and texture to your rooms.

4. The sofa is the focal point of any sitting room. Get Your Sofa a new slipcover made or make one yourself using fabric bought from a discount store.

5. Shop at discount stores for bright-looking accessories and replace old ones with these. Bright lamps, lampshades, vases and other decorative items will instantly freshen up your room. Remember not to overdo the accessorizing as it is the first step towards cluttering your home.

6. An extremely economical way to give your room a makeover is to paint it. Choose paint colors according to the season and your personal tastes and give your room a real facelift.

7. Go in for a change to avoid stagnancy. Rotate framed pictures monthly, alternate between a lamp and a candelabra, change the placement of  accessories on your mantle etc. Without investing in any new object, you will find your home looking new and fresh using what you already have.