Using inexpensive items to make your bedroom look better is just a matter of choosing the right items that can elevate the aesthetics and comfort of the space. From elegant bedding to decorative accents, these simple elements can transform your bedroom into a lavish retreat. By focusing on adding just a few inexpensive items that exude opulence and style, you can achieve a high end look in your bedroom without exceeding your budget.
Creating an expensive and luxurious bedroom is not always about spending money; it is more about developing a strategy or mindset for selecting the right items and making the most of what you already have.
Layer Your Bedding
Incorporating layers in your bedding is a sure and easy way to make your bedroom more comfortable and give the design more depth. Start with high-quality sheets. For the most comfortable sleep, choose natural fiber sheets such as cotton, bamboo, or linen. For the top layer, use a comforter or duvet. Bring in a quilt or other large blanket to cover the end of the bed. To add interest to your bed’s style, select an option with an interesting texture or pattern.
Bedding can be expensive, but you can spend less by shopping end-of-season sales and clearance racks. Save money by purchasing your linens over time; good linens last, so there is no need to rush and buy everything at once.
Add Plush Throw Pillows
Throw pillows that are plump and soft are an excellent way to add a luxurious look to your bedroom. Designers style throw pillows by purchasing throw pillow insets that are one size larger than the pillow covers, making them appear extra plump. Choose feather, down, or down-alternative insets for pillows that drape in just the right way.
Plump your pillows on a daily basis to redistribute the filling and keep them full and in shape. Give your pillows a slight karate chop in the middle to create a small indentation; this trick mimics a professional styling technique for making your bed look “lived-in” and comfortable.
Wall Sconces
Adding wall sconces above your nightstands will add both style and function to your bedroom. This creates a high-end, custom look, but it doesn’t have to be expensive. Look for wall sconces that mimic the look of expensive sconce styles that you love. Many home improvement stores, online retailers, and vintage stores sell sconces at a reasonable price.
Consider wall sconces that plug-in rather than require hardwiring. You can cover the cord with wall cord covers that you can paint the same color as the wall. Most experts recommend placing wall sconces either above the nightstands or over each side of the headboard. This will depend on the style, how you use the light, and the adjustability of the wall sconces. Look for sconces with adjustable arms for the most flexibility in light placement.
Make Your Bed Daily
One of the most effective and inexpensive ways to improve the appearance of your bedroom is to keep it clean and organized. Because your bed is the focal point of the room, making it on a daily basis is essential for a room that looks and feels more organized. To maintain this strategy, you must be consistent, so incorporate it into your daily routine.
Set aside a specific time each day to make your bed, such as when you first wake up, after you shower, or right before you leave the house. Before you begin, clear the bed of any pillows and other small items. Smooth out your sheets and pull them tight. Straighten the top duvet or quilt and fold it at the top to give it a decorative flourish. Plump your pillows and top them with your throw pillows.
Display Shelves
Adding display shelves above your bed is a good way to personalize and improve the functionality of your bedroom. Select a shelf that complements the style and colors of your bedroom. Plan the height of your shelf so that it is both attractive and functional. Ensure that the shelf does not interfere with your headboard or hit your head when you lean back, but is still easily accessible.
Shelves are ideal above headboards because they allow you to mix and match different types of decor to create interest and texture, and then change them out when you want a new look. Consider items such as books, pictures, candles, plants, and decorative three dimensional pieces. Arrange them in a visually appealing manner with regard to symmetry, balance, and spacing.
Decorative Headboard
A bed is an expensive piece of furniture, but you can save money by simply using a headboard with a standard metal bed frame. You can either attach the headboard to the frame or affix it to the wall if the sizes or the attachments are incompatible.
Choose a headboard style that complements the decor and style of your room. Consider upholstered, wooden, or DIY designs made with reclaimed materials. You can also repurpose existing items, such as a tapestry or large textile, to create the look of a headboard.
Add More Houseplants
Houseplants brighten and refresh any room, and there are simple ways to incorporate plants into your bedroom decor. Start with small-sized plants. This will save you money and allow you to determine which plants are best suited to your space before investing in larger, more expensive options. Select low-maintenance plants such as snake plants, pothos, zz plants, spider plants, and succulents.
Seek advice from plant-loving neighbors and friends. Most plant enthusiasts are willing to share advice and cuttings to help you get your miniature nursery started. Check out end-of-season sales to get plants at a discounted price.
Layer Your Rugs
Rugs can be expensive additions to any room. Layering rugs allows you to create an opulent look while spending less money. Layering allows you to purchase a smaller rug of a higher quality and make it appear larger with a base layer.
Choose an inexpensive base rug with a flatweave made of cotton, wool, or another natural fiber such as jute or sisal. Place a smaller rug on top to add some fun color or personality to your bedroom. You can also add extra rug layers in specific areas of your room, such as a pair of sheepskin rugs on the sides of the bed, to provide a comfortable landing spot for your feet in the morning.
Introduce a Statement Ceiling Light
One lighting feature that can make an impressive impact in a bedroom is the overhead lighting. Choose a lighting fixture that amplifies the style of the bedroom. These light features help create a central focal point for the bedroom that can give your bedroom a unique look without any expensive renovations. Options include everything from mid-century Sputnik style to glam chandeliers and pendants. Put the overhead light on a dimmer switch, which will allow you to control the mood of the room better. While this lighting element provides valuable ambient light for the room, be sure to layer other lighting on nightstands or side tables to make the room more functional.
Painted Architectural Accents
Paint is a simple way to freshen up your walls, ceiling, and molding. You can also use paint to replicate more custom architectural accents, such as molding, or to create your own headboard. Choose a color to use for your decorative accents. Shades of blue, green, browns, and soft reds are currently popular because they mimic natural colors and make a home feel more comfortable and cozy. Colors such as blue and green are especially soothing in the bedroom.
Organize Your Nightstand
Cleaning and styling your nightstand can make your bedroom appear cleaner and more expensive simply by reducing visual clutter. By keeping the nightstand tidy and organized, you create a sense of calm and spaciousness in the room.
Arrange the items you do want on your nightstand in a way that is visually captivating as well as useful. Choose items that you will need during your nighttime routine, such as a book or a glass of water, as well as items that make you happy, such as a vase of greenery or flowers.
Add Seating
Seating in the bedroom provides a place for relaxation besides the bed for reading and resting, as well as a handy place to perch while putting on shoes and last minute wardrobe touches. Consider seating types according to the space you have and the type of seating you want. Choose among options like an upholstered bench, a small loveseat, an accent chair, or a set of stylish poufs or stools.
Seating can not just add to the functionality of the room; it can also enhance the texture and color of the room. Look for seating with decorative fabrics that support the style you want or that utilizes interesting textured materials that add to the variety of the room.
Upgrade the Furniture You Have
Even if you don’t have the necessary cash to buy new items, you can still update the look of your bedroom by giving your furniture a new look. Paint your furniture a new color and update the hardware on your dresser or nightstand. Simple changes, like adding new hardware sporting gold or brass finishes, can elevate even the most simple bedroom styles. With some basic DIY skills and a small investment, you can instantly add color and sparkle to your bedroom.
