Avoid These Decor Mistakes To Keep Your Home Looking Clean And Calm, Not Messy
Decorating a home is a very complex and intricate process. While it may seem easy to throw a few pieces together and make a space look cozy, inviting, and cool, there’s a lot that goes into properly decorating a home.
Home decor, like any creative endeavor, is not without its pitfalls. There are several mistakes that can lead to a decor disaster, potentially undermining the aesthetic or vision you had for your home.
Many people get a little too excited about decorating their homes and then go overboard with their decor. While the excitement is understandable, overdoing it with your decor can make your space look messy and crowded, which is not very inviting.
If you’re getting ready to decorate your home and want to avoid your space looking too stuffy, here are some mistakes you’ll want to stray away from.
Be mindful of your artwork placement
As someone who has a lot of posters and loves hanging up as many things as possible, I understand the desire of wanting to see all your artwork nicely hung up.
However, crowding your walls with a lot of artwork can clog up your space and make it a little too overwhelming. So, be selective of the artwork you hang up and where you put it. Space things out so your rooms don’t look too crowded, and there’s some breathing room.
Having too many electrical chords visible
One of my biggest pet peeves is walking into a room and seeing chords everywhere. Whether it be an outlet fully booked with several chargers or anything plugged in with a big, tangled chord hanging out, it can get annoying quickly.
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Exposed chords can easily make a room look very messy, so arrange your electronics carefully and invest in some cable clips to keep them out of people’s way and tucked under furniture.
Putting out too many patterns
While it can be fun to mix and match a few patterns, a room can easily become unsettling and messy-looking if there are too many patterns in one room.
When selecting furniture and other accessories like pillows and blankets, try not to go overboard on patterns. Select two you like and stick with those to avoid overwhelming your space and your guests.
Avoid cluttering your hallways and entryways
Any smaller spaces in your home, like an entryway and hallway, should be kept as clear as possible. Don’t be afraid to take on a more minimalist approach when decorating these spaces. Hang up one to two photos or a mirror and maybe place a small decorative statue where it’ll fit and call it a day.
Not making your bed or spiffing up your couch
I know I’m in a space I want to stay in when there’s a nicely made bed and a couch with well-placed pillows and folded throws. There’s something about making sure your lounging spaces are tidied up that makes the whole vibe of your home a lot better.
So, before leaving your home for the day, make your bed. Before turning off the TV and going to bed at night, make sure your couch looks nice and welcoming. Trust me, it’ll be worth it.
Don’t stress too much about decorating your home; remember, you can always rely on trusted friends and family to help you. Just do your best to avoid these decor mistakes, and your place will be wonderful in no time.
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