7 Affordable Ways to Refresh Your Home Decor

When it comes to updating your home decor, you don’t have to break the bank. There are plenty of affordable ways to refresh your space and give it a brand-new look without spending a fortune. From simple solutions that cost nothing, to DIY solutions that are more affordable, here are some affordable ways to refresh your home decor on a budget.

The Great Purge

Before you think of adding new furniture and accessories to your space, you might want to consider taking out stuff that you don’t need in your space. Sometimes it's more about taking away the junk than putting new stuff in to refresh your space. So, take the time to declutter your space. You might find that you don’t need to do anything else once you have a clean and clutter-free space.

Rearrange Your Furniture

Sometimes all you need is a little rearranging to breathe new life into a space. It’s one of the easiest and most affordable ways to refresh your home.  Whether in the living room or the kitchen, moving stuff around is a great way to refresh your space without spending a dime. 

Update Your Lighting

Lighting can have a big impact on the ambiance of your space. You’d be surprised at how much impact a good light fixture can have on a room. You can even be more eco-friendly with your lighting by opting for LED bulbs that save on energy costs. Adding some table lamps and floor lamps not only gives you more sources of light but can also be used as a decorative set piece for your space. Consider using warm lights or installing dimmer switches to create a cozier atmosphere. All these can be done without having to spend a lot.

Add a Pop of Color

Another easy and affordable way to refresh your home decor is by adding a pop of color. Add a colorful rug to your sitting room, swap out throw pillows with more colorful alternatives, paint an accent wall, or hang more colorful artwork on your walls. Just remember to choose colors that complement your existing decor and add some personality to your space.

Update Your Hardware

It’s amazing how small changes can make a big impact on your overall aesthetic. You don’t have to go all out just to refresh your space. Sometimes, it can be as simple as changing the existing hardware. Updating our cabinet hardware, doorknobs, and drawer pulls is one affordable and easy way to give your space a fresh new look. You can find a wide variety of affordable options online or at your local hardware store. You can even get creative and use unconventional materials repurposed as hardware.

DIY Furniture

Why spend more when you can get what you need for less? Creating your own furniture is a budget-friendly way to add to your existing design and refresh your space. There are tons of DIY tutorials online on various furniture builds to refresh your home decor. From simple wall-mounted shelves to unique industrial pipe table lamps, you can refresh your space with furniture you made yourself.

Bring in Some Greenery

Plants are a great way to add some life to your space on a budget. They can help make any room feel fresh and inviting and improves air quality. You don’t have to have a green thumb to add plants to your decor. There are a lot of indoor plants that are pet and child friendly and are also low maintenance - perfect if you’re just getting into indoor plants.

Refreshing your home decor can be a very rewarding experience and it doesn’t have to cost you a lot. By following these simple tips, you’ll be well on your way to giving your space that brand-new look it needs.  If you’re going the DIY route and are looking for quality materials, check out PIPE DECOR®. We offer high-quality real steel pipes for any DIY project. Give your space added visual interest without spending more.