Last Updated on December 27, 2020 by HodgePodgeDays
Making your living room feel cosier or even more welcoming doesn’t have to be an impossible task. In fact, it’s easier than ever for you to do and by taking the below tips into consideration, you can be sure to guarantee a great result.
Keep the Heat In
It is so crucial that you insulate your living room. If you don’t then it will always feel cold and you may even feel as though it lets in a draught too. Windows tend to be the main culprit when it comes to heat loss, so it is always a good idea for you to replace them if they are ill-fitting. It’s even possible for you to invest in triple-glazing now too, so if you want to boost the value of your home, this is certainly a brilliant investment. If you have an older property with exposed floorboards, this could also be a problem, so fill as many gaps as you can with a flexible filler. A rug can also solve the problem too.
Bold Colours
Using rich and deep paint colours are ideal for giving the impression of warmth and cosiness. Dark charcoal and even navy are great and they look good on walls too. This is especially the case when you combine them with colours that contrast each other nicely. Wooden furniture is also a brilliant combination if you’re opting for darker colours, so don’t be afraid to experiment and choose something that really appeals to you. If you want to match in the paint that you’re choosing with the room then think about buying Buoyant sofas with a contrasting colour to take things to that next level.
Cast a Glow
When the nights get shorter, you will have less daylight so it is important that you make sure that the living room is well-lit. Soft background lighting is ideal here, and if you combine it with dimmable lighting, you’ll soon find that this can create a really cosy atmosphere. Candles are also a good option because they can give the feeling of warmth even when they aren’t lit.
Textures
Nothing is more inviting than a soft and warm texture on a chilly evening. Try and opt for a mixture of throws and cushions, or even try felted fabric. This will really make the room feel cosy and it will make it feel far more luxurious too. If you don’t quite know how to get the best result out of the fabric that you have then the key is to layer as much as you can to create depth and character.
Add Some Shine
Brass and copper are very strong trends this season. If you want to really benefit yourself, you need to try and introduce a bit of sparkle too. This can include chrome or even glass. Tealight holders, picture frames and other related accessories will really bring out the true personality of the room and they will also make it appear way lighter, so you won’t have to worry about it feeling small or cramped.
This is a contributed post.