Now that the cold weather has arrived and we are heading towards winter, it’s nice to make your home all cosy as well. This will make your evenings so much more enjoyable. In order to do that you need some inspiration to get your creative juices flowing. Here are some examples of what you can do to make your home more cosy in preparation for winter.
Install a fireplace
Having a real fire installed where you can cosy up on the sofa with your other half and keep your feet all warm and toasty is very comforting in the winter months. If you have an existing fireplace, you would need to do is get the chimney breast opened up, line the flue and include a grate so that you can burn logs to make a nice fire. You can then have some lovely relaxing, warm evenings sitting by the fire reading a good book with a hot drink or glass of wine in hand.
If you’re considering this, you might want to check out antique fireplaces for some inspiration. They could add a touch of elegance and charm to your home.
Check your heating works efficiently
The last thing you want is to have problems with your central heating when it gets cold. Carrying out regular maintenance checks and ensuring that all your radiators work as they should will make all the difference. This is something you can easily remedy by using a radiator key to bleed them so that any trapped air can escape. This keeps them in good condition and will ensure they heat up fully and efficiently.
Upgrade your windows
When you have the central heating on, you don’t want it to simply escape out of the windows, so it’s important to regularly check on their condition. If you notice that there are small cracks appearing on the woodwork then it might be time to repaint the frame or replace the actual windows. This will be particularly important if you have old style windows that are not double glazed and you begin to feel a draught inside. New windows will help keep your home cosy and warm this winter.
Buy some new furniture
If some of the rooms in your home are feeling a little tired and run down then it might be that you need to revamp the look with some new furniture. Online home decor stores and shops can be really useful when you want to update the look and feel of your home without having to physically go to the shops and spend hours looking around, deciding what to purchase.
Add throws and cushions to your sofa/bed
To get yourself even more cosy when you are sat on the sofa in the evenings, you could include a variety of soft cushions and throws so that you can wrap yourself up in the comfy fabrics and keep yourself warm.
Include accessories
A variety of accessories makes all the difference when it comes to decorating your home. Items like vases of flowers, personalised photos, wall art and lamps can really improve the overall look of the room and make it much more cosy and homely. So it is definitely worth investing in these kinds of pieces to change your house into a home.
Paint the room a warm colour
To create a cosy and warm setting, you can paint the walls in a nice warm shade. Colours like soft yellows, reds, and oranges are good shades to go for if you want to create a warm atmosphere. Paired with the correct lighting it will create a nice warm setting in which you can relax.
Choose the correct lighting
To give your home that warm, inviting glow, it helps if you choose the correct light fixtures and lighting to go with it. Opting more eco-friendly, energy efficient light bulbs that emit a gentle warm tone will make your living room or bedroom much more cosy and inviting. So that can certainly make a difference to the overall feel of the room.
Utilise soft rugs as furnishings
If you have hardwood or laminate flooring in your home it will be much more cosy when you are walking around barefoot to include some soft rugs. This adds a level of softness and warmth to your cold flooring.
Overall if you are a bit organised and can afford to spend a few pennies, you can certainly make your home more comfortable and warm in preparation for the winter season.
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