Decorate your home for less
Looking to give your home a makeover but constrained by your budget? Here’s a list of suggestions for creating a luxurious high end finish without breaking the bank.
Design sales. A lot of retailers offer great bargains on their end of line and ex display items. Researching these deals takes a bit of leg work, but you can save a lot of cash by keeping track of who is offering what.
Likewise, cultivate a good relationship with your local second hand furniture dealer. Second hand furniture often has more character than just buying it new from any old mass produced range or high street. You could end up with something unique, that comes already assembled and it costs less!
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Freebies. It is astonishing what people are willing to give away simply because they’re trying to create a bit of room in their home. Particularly with larger household items, such as furniture etc, people are often grateful to have someone to take it off their hands. Websites like Freecycle and Ebay are a good place to find some great deals, you just have to be willing to collect. It could even be worth hiring a van for a couple of days and spending the time driving around collecting you freebie goodies. They money you spend on petrol and van hire would be considerably less than you’d be paying to buy these items new.
Roping in your friends. Redecorating, DIY jobs, carpet laying. It’s time to call in those favours! While bigger more complex jobs should always be left up to the professionals, there nothing like getting a bit of help from a friendly neighbour in exchange for a few slices of pizza! You’re saving not only money but time. Just remember when it’s your turn to return the favour.
Research outside your budget. Half the battle with decorating is knowing what you want. Don’t be afraid to read designer magazines and browse the top of the line items for inspiration– Once you find a look you love, you are then ready to go out and recreate it for a fraction of the price.