Create Your Dream Bedroom (Without Breaking the Bank)
Spend no more than £200.
Take your room from dull to dreamland without spending more than £200 with our tips. Read from least to most expensive.
If You Have £25: Add Plush Layers
Boost your current look with a layer of pillows and blankets. For a non-stuffy, Pinterest-perfect bed, we suggest no more than five scatter pillows and just one throw draped over the end. Select colours that blend with your existing palette; and pair patterned bedding with solid options.
A mess-free alternative to paint,wallpaper and wall decals create a focal point in just minutes. Consider a colourful option in a kids room or a subtle graphic to add sophistication to a grown-up haven.
Petite accessories, like potted plants, wall art, vases, and more, help reinforce your current style but are easy to switch up when it's time to redecorate. As a savvy solution, choose a plant that cleans the air and doubles as décor (aloe, ivy and ferns). A nightstand must-have, your alarm clock should be both practical and stylish.
Still seeking that finishing touch? Your room likely needs window treatments. In the bedroom, a two-layered approach is often the most effective. One layer provides style, while the other provides privacy (sheers) or blocks light (blackout).
Ground the room and give your feet a soft landing spot with a plush rug. Whether you're going big with an under-the-bed rug or only have room for a small bedside option. our guide How to Choose the Right Rug Sizes will help you to determine which rug to go for.
Unsure about which rug material to use in your bedroom? From shag rugs to faux fur and thick wool, we break down all the popular rug fabrics in: Rug Materials for Every Style.
If You Have £130: Bring in New Lighting
Lamps bookend the focal point of the bedroom - and should do so in style. For a jolt of energy try a metallic finish, bright colour or interesting shape. Keep in mind, the right height for these lights is between 60cm and 70cm tall.
Struggling to decide on a lamp? Then why not read out guide, Every Type of Lamp, Explained.
If You Have £150: Replace Your Bedding
More than any other element, these staples set the tone for your space, and they're easy to change up (you do it every week or so anyway). We suggest starting with multiple budget-conscious duvet covers that take up less space in the linen closet than comforters. Then pick up a few sets of sheets that play off the duvets for a well-made bed.
To find the perfect layers for your bed, read our Which Bedding Suits Which Season? guide.
If You Have £200: Select Stylish Storage
Form and function meet in bedroom storage solutions, like nightstands, petite dressers, bookcases or an ottoman. With their shelves, drawers and cubbies, these organisation picks allow you to tuck away bedroom essentials, while also providing a surface to showcase trinkets and books.
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