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Home Makeover Tips For A More Relaxing Home

Written by Posted On Thursday, 29 August 2019 11:01

 

After a long day of running errands, working or shopping, coming home can be a relief. Relaxing after a long day for some individuals means snacking right up to bedtime or routine tv time - but did you know that by setting up your space with care and establishing a few simple new routines, you can make your home more peaceful and relaxing?! This is why we've written this post to get you started. 

Listed below are some home makeover tips by specialists at https://www.sikahomes.co.nz/ for a more relaxing space: 

1. Revamp An Outdated Fireplace
You could stack birch logs on the firebox floor or have the brick painted white.

2. Restyle A Bookcase
Paint the back wall of the shelf a calm bright colour, take off dusty jackets, or assemble quirky colourful decor pieces - transform your reading nook to a fun relaxing spot.

3. Switch Up Light Switches
Lighten your mood when you step into the room by installing stylish new switch plates. A fun quirky light switch might seem like an odd home makeover project but it can boost your mood after an incredibly long day.

4. Good Lighting Is A Game Changer
Lighting is an often overlooked home makeover project - good lighting might just the missing link to creating a relaxing atmosphere in your home after a long day you can install a plug-in screw to spotlight a painting or improve night-time reading. As a bonus, updating your lighting doesn't always require an electrician.

5. Change Mattress
A good night sleep is the ultimate relaxing and refreshing activity - investing in a great mattress is something that can improve your quality of sleep for many years.

6. Reorganise Your Kitchen
Your kitchen doesn't have to look like the ones in magazines but it can be a fun space when it free from clutter. Utilise under-counter spaces to store Tupperware collections, rarely used pots, pans and so. Thereby creating a room that you will look forward to returning to after a day out grocery shopping.

7. Switch Up Decor Accents 

A simple and easy way to do this is to rearrange the pictures in a room, changing out the colour of your throw pillows or rearranging furniture placement.

8. A Little Bling Never Hurt
You can never go wrong with carefully placed gold, metallic or silver accents. For example, painting the ceiling jewel tones are bold, blue is calming and silver reflects light. Depending on the accent you choose a room can be made more cheerful, relaxing or warm.

Suggested Routines For A More Relaxing Home Life

Practice Mindfulness
While doing everyday chores- for example, doing the dishes after dinner, you can slowly unwind. By using this time to meditate and practise mindful breathing, as you attend to the task at hand. If you notice your mind wandering, remind yourself to refocus.

Set Up A Staging Area At The Door
Make a point of putting down cumbersome things when you step into the door -- shoes, bags, coats and so on. The simple act of changing into comfortable slippers and leaving work and the hassle of your day behind - as you step into your home can immediately relax you - the moment you walk through the door.

Turn Off Or Lower Lights Before Bed
For a more sound sleep, try lowering the lights an hour before bed or getting out into the sun a bit each day - artificial lights can get your natural sleep rhythm out of sync.

Remember To Enjoy The Simple Things
A favourite piece of artwork, a lush carpet, a warm fireplace, a nice book, a hot cup of cocoa or a warm shower - the list is endless. By simply allowing yourself to enjoy the simple things, you can make your home life a more pleasant experience. 

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