Your bedroom is your sanctuary – a sacred space for sleeping, reading, relaxing, and (occasionally) eating!
And with so much time spent in this relaxing room, you’d be forgiven for daydreaming about different bedroom makeover ideas that freshen up the space. But those décor musings always seem a tad too expensive, right?
Well, you can actually give your bedroom a completely new look with just a few quick and easy changes. From creating an accent wall to going all-out with cushions, we’ve gathered our favourite simple bedroom makeover ideas, below.
Let’s jump right in!
1. Create an accent wall
Painting all your bedroom walls might give the space a new lease of life, but it isn’t exactly the quick and easy touch up you’re here for. Instead, we suggest creating an accent wall!
As DIY bedroom makeover ideas go, this one is super simple to do. Start by choosing a wall you’d like to highlight - this might be the wall behind your headboard or bookshelf. Really, any wall works! Then, paint that wall in a different colour to the rest of your space.
If you’re already head-over-heels for your existing colour scheme, then you can choose a similar hue for your accent wall. Maybe a violet shade to match a purple bedroom or a brown, coffee-like hue to go with milky, off-white walls.
Alternatively, why not choose a new colour for a pop of contrast? We’re talking about the likes of bright white to stand out against a black décor. After all, a bedroom makeover is your chance to really let your inner interior designer free - and no colour match is off limits in your own space!
2. Treat yourself to a new bed set
With the first of our room makeover ideas sorted, it’s time to turn our attention to the undisputed star of your bedroom: the bed!
Now, we don’t mean getting a whole new bed frame, though you can do that if you wish! Instead, you can give your bedroom a makeover by getting your hands on new bedding.
Start by picking up plump pillows and a cosy duvet, as getting these right is the key to the ultimate night’s sleep. You can read all about finding the best duvet and best pillow for you in our buying guides!
However, you’re here for a bedroom makeover, right? So, you’ll want to check out the pillowcases and duvet covers too! Go for cosy cohesion with bedding that matches your existing décor or pick up a few different bedding sets to rotate between.
For example, you can keep your bedroom stylish all year round with a bed set for each season. Perhaps a warming waffle set for winter and a floral flourish in summer? Or maybe sunrise-style pastels for spring, alongside the orange and browns of fallen leaves in autumn?
No matter what colour or style you go for, new bedding is integral to any bedroom makeover!
3. Grab some cosy cushions
There’s more to bedroom makeover ideas than just your bed set - so let us introduce you to the magic of cushions!
After all, flopping onto the sumptuous spread of a hotel bed is perhaps the best part of a holiday (aside from turning that out of office on, that is) and with a set of cushions, you can have that luxury get-away feeling every night.
When it comes to dressing the bed with your cushions, we suggest layering them in front of your pillows. Place two, side by side, against your pillow and then pop one in front to create a plump and plush look!
Regardless of your layering technique, if you’re looking for hotel-quality bedroom decorating ideas on a budget, cosy cushions are an absolute must!
4. Pick up an ottoman storage bench
Now, let’s turn our attention to a stylish yet practical piece of furniture that can really elevate your bedroom makeover – an ottoman storage bench!
If you’re looking to increase the storage in your room, but don’t have the space for a huge new wardrobe, then these are the perfect room makeover idea for you! With concealed storage, ottomans are a great place to store the likes of throws and spare bed sets when they aren’t being used.
Ottomans aren’t just known for their secret storage though - in fact, these benches offer a chic and classic upgrade to your bedroom too! Place one of these at the end of your bed and you’ve got the perfect place to perch while you relax with your morning brew.
5. Illuminate the space
Lastly, we need to set the mood and create a vibe even the most tranquil of spas will envy - but where to begin with such a vital bedroom makeover task? Well, the secret is lighting!
Of course, your bedroom will already have the ‘big light,’ and this is great for illuminating the whole room when you’re doing a bit of a spring clean. However, when you’re relaxing, we think peppering lamps and candles around the room is a much calmer alternative.
You could place a large floor lamp in the corners of the room to make your space appear bigger, drape fairy lights above your headboard to cast your bed in a subtle glow, and place candles on your sideboards for a soothing flicker of light. Nothing sets the tone better than a spot of warming, welcoming light.
With your lovely, cosy bedroom makeover now complete, why not look at how you can transform the rest of your home with our range of living room and bathroom furniture? For more tips and tricks like how to give your bathroom a makeover or how to elevate your living room’s style, head over to our inspiration page.