Tips For Charming Home Interiors

One antique item in your living room can become a conversation piece. Here are some tips for your home

Greenery makes a big difference. Opt for real plants as far as possible. Do not throw away your old furniture just because it looks drab. Change the upholstery or see if it can be combined with a few new items for a totally revamped look

Ensure your furniture is comfortable and goes with the room’s decor. A coat of varnish regularly will go a long way in maintaining furniture. Never let stains remain for a long time. Clean them as soon as possible and ensure you don’t use strong detergents in delicate areas

Make sure damp spots are attended to immediately. They can ruin paint. Make sure different items of decor match in colour Never paint just one part of a wall. Paint the entire wall if required. Keep fabrics used in decor free of dust always. Wash all fabrics together always. This ensures they remain uniform in colour

Get some rustic elegance indoors

Modern homes are a norm today. But to give your home a different ambience, try the rustic look. You can opt for beiges, browns or greens. Cream walls create a clean, plain background and lift the whole room. For a traditional touch, you can merge the colours with shades of olive or deep leafy colours teamed with browns and grays in different tones. You can also use woven or knitted fabrics to get the rustic look. Mix rough surfaces with plenty of soft fabrics. Accessories like a cane lampshade can also create a magical effect. Choose upholstery with a textured weave, sofas and chairs made of cane and toss around dark coloured cushions to give the room that cozy feeling. Ethnic furniture in wicker or rattan also suits the textured look.