Home Decorating Made Easy
Gather Favorite Home Decor Ideas
Many people can be overwhelmed when faced with decorating. On the internet alone, there are a variety of sites with ideas and styles to sift through. Not to mention home décor magazines! And then there’s the question of what to do with the ideas you’ve gathered.
To start, here are some steps to consider:
- Determine the focal point of your room. You might choose a window or a wall or a certain piece of art or even your TV.
- Measure and map out the room’s dimensions on graph paper. Show where windows and doors are so you know where furniture can be placed. Then, using graph paper, measure and cut out the furniture pieces that will be in the room. Once you’ve got all the furniture, lay it out on the map of the room. It’s an easy way to rearrange without any back-breaking labor!
- Think about lighting in the room. Will there be ceiling fixtures? Lamps? And how will the window play a role? How much natural light will come in—and do you want to control it? Try to imagine a window treatment in place. Start with a functioning horizontal or vertical window treatment, such as honeycomb shades, Roman shades, vertical blinds, or shutters. Next think about adding drapery panels or a valance to your window treatment. The addition of draperies or top treatments can soften a room and/or add a splash of color tie the room together.
- Remember accessories! Accessories are the finishing touch that give your space personality. Never select an accessory to fill a space but to finish the space.
- Budget. Stick to the budget you create and be sure to have a contingency fund in case you discover that there are one or two items that push you over that budget.
- Finally, allow yourself enough time to complete the project. You don’t want to have to rush to just get it done.
And now that you have determined your room’s look and have set a budget and a timeline, all that is left is to go shopping!
Home Decorating in Phoenix AZ Area
Altra Home Decor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!
