Colours are an integral part of your home and life. While neutral colours give you a more minimalist look, earthy tones make the room look fresh. But you can always add a pop of colour to your home and it does not have to be a bright pink or yellow. Neutral colours like blues and greens give that pop of colour in an otherwise beige or white home.
Want to try out a new colour in your home? Here are 4 ways to do that without breaking the bank or your usual colour pallete.
1. Accent walls
Accent walls are a simple, easy way to try out a new colour or even a new wallpaper. There are a few different ways you can use an accent wall as a pop of colour in your house.
- Paint the accent wall with a colour that complements the rest of your colour palette.
- Add geometric patterns on your accent wall for a ‘better than basic’ look.
- Wallpapers are an easy and cheap way to transform your space. This is an easy option if you are renting or want a temporary change.
2. Colored couches
Couches form the ‘heart’ of your living room. They are usually the biggest piece of furniture in your living room making them a focal point. This makes couches a good way to introduce colour in your home. While your couch does not have to be a bright yellow, having a colour that is significantly different from the rest of your room achieves the same purpose.
Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you choose a coloured couch:
- If you want a colour palette that has earthy tones, orange is a good option as it leans more towards the browns of the same palette.
- If your home is all white, opt for pastels as they are softer but still bring colour to your room
3. Pillows and throws
If you aren’t ready to make a big change in your decor with an accent wall and a colourful couch, try adding smaller pieces of decor such throws, cushions in your living room, and bedsheets and pillows in your bedroom. This is a good option if you want something small and inexpensive.
You can go bold with darker patterned cushions and throws or play it safer with smaller patterns such as florals and polka dots. If you have a colourful couch you may want to tone it down with cushions or go all out with more patterns and colours.
A few tips as you shop for the perfect cushions and throws for your room:
- Always decide the route you want to take with colours. Do you want them to stand out from the rest of the decor? You are better off choosing colours on the opposite end of the colour wheel in this case. If you want your cushions and throws to not stand out as a sore thumb, choose darker colours in your colour palette.
- Patterns can be just as effective as colours. Go for a patterned look if you aren’t very keen on colours.
4.Wall Decor
Wall decor is another way to bring in colour to your home while not poking a hole in your wallet. Wall decor can range from paintings to fiber art such as macrame and crochet.
Paintings can be works of renowned artists or of your own. A gallery wall is a unique way to display these pieces of art. Try different formations and styles to display these pieces. Murals are another option if you want highly personalized artwork that is a statement piece. Murals can cover entire walls or even a part of the wall.
Fiber art like macrame or crocheted pieces adds visual interest and texture. Though macrame usually comes in neutral colours, it provides texture and can draw eyes due to its size and uniqueness making it an option for those who want something simple yet different. This is a sustainable option as you can easily thrift such pieces and make your own art piece to hang up or make it yourself if you are a knitter or crocheter.
With rising costs and expenses, decorating a home can get out of hand quickly. Try thrifting from your local thrift shops or second-hand websites such as Facebook Marketplace and eBay. You can also let your creative juices flow and make your own pieces of art.
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