Need help with where to go from here
9 years ago
I'm on a budget, moved in just a year ago. Nearly everything in the room is 2nd hand (lounge is ex Embassy 15 yr old Drexel Heritage in IKEA Ektorp slip cover, stitched to fit), coffee table was $50 from a friend's old shed, tv unit from Aldi, but I'd still like to get the room looking attractive and comfy. Any ideas for the way forward?
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PRO9 years agoHi Mary,
I would put up a gorgeous big bright painting, and tie the painting to things in the room like candles or cushions. Love the table but have you considered painting it white to match your TV cabinet? Good start with your plant by the TV i would add more! Something low maintenance. Will attache some photos for inspo
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9 years agoSome colourful rug options in 2x3m , K mart has some budget option mirrors and frame your painting yourself ,just get a cheap print in nice frame and pop your artwork in it ,it only takes 1/2 h. Large plant in the corner next to the window and the most important - keep it tidy.
- 9 years agou could do this around the TV. same sort of principal - same coloured frames, u can print off pics from pinterest (I did not say that) and put them in. cheap frames from cheap shops :-)
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- 9 years agoYour curtains are not bad but a bit old fashioned if you can replace it with eyelet style it would look more modern and maybe sunscreen blind for privacy instead of sheer curtain.
9 years agoBefore replacing your curtains as this can be quite expensive for such a large window, if they are in good condition, add a band of extra fabric to the bottom in what ever suits you, your existing curtain track can then be moved up to the ceiling for good looking full length curtains without the large round eyelets, could save you a lot of money, I would look at replacing/removing the sheers cheers
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