7 Days of Updates for Less – Day 4
Day 4: LET THERE BE LIGHT
Changing the lighting in your home can both update and make your house appear bigger and more open.
Adding accent lighting and spotlights that plug into existing outlets can direct light to features you want to emphasize, like art or plants, while giving your home overall ambient light. If you have a ceiling fan, you can also buy replacement fan blades to update the fixture’s look at a much more minimal cost than replacing the entire fixture.
Outdated lamp shades can make a room feel stale and are easy to replace. For a more modern feel, replace your pleated shades with simple drum-shaped ones. They’re not only more modern looking but also easier to keep clean and dust-free. Replacing traditional lighting with statement lighting, such as a chandelier in the bedroom, can quickly update the entire room and change its level of sophistication.
Using mirrors to expand and reflect light is a great trick to add light to dark rooms and make small rooms appear larger. Hang a mirror where it reflects light from a window and your whole room will light up with natural light. Using lighter and warmer colors and fabrics also make your room appear much brighter.
Check Back Tomorrow for…
Day 1: GET STARTED IN THE KITCHEN
Day 2: MAKE A MEMORABLE ENTRANCE
Day 4: LET THERE BE LIGHT
Day 5: MAKE THE OLD LOOK NEW
Day 6: DE-CLUTTER AND CREATE STORAGE
Day 7: CONSIDER CURB APPEAL
