A Step-by-Step Guide To Redecorating Your Bedroom

Your bedroom should be your sanctuary - a place where you can unwind and detach yourself from the trials and tribulations of everyday life. However, creating the perfect environment can be an exercise in trial and error - we’ve all selected the “wrong” wall colour or made a poor choice of furniture before. If your current bedroom aesthetic doesn’t quite meet your required standards, it may be time for another overhaul.

Here is a step-by-step guide to creating the ultimate tranquil and aesthetically pleasing bedroom, so you can awaken every morning feeling wonderfully refreshed and rested.

Create A Moodboard

A moodboard is an excellent method of visualising your finished product so you can stick to your plans for the best possible results. In terms of interior design, your moodboard could consist of fabric swatches, paint sample cards and photographs of beautiful bedrooms to spark your imagination. The advantage of a moodboard is that you can keep the style and aesthetic of your project consistent with your goals. You could even use an online platform such as Pinterest, where you can find an endless supply of images, ideas and tutorials.

Grab Some Colour Swatches

It can be tricky to visualise what a colour will look like before you’ve painted it straight onto the wall. Due to lighting and context, a hue that looks attractive on the tin may not look quite the same as a wall colour. Grab some swatches from your local hardware store to avoid having to paint and repaint until you discover the perfect colour.

Keep in mind that specific colours will affect your mood and the overall ambience of your room in different ways. For example, opt for soft, muted tones such as blue-grey and sage green to evoke a calming, serene atmosphere.

Declutter

Before you begin the decorating process, a good clear-out is highly recommended. Not only will a clutter-free environment be much easier to decorate, but you will be left with a soothing, organised environment to enjoy.

Decluttering can be initially overwhelming, particularly for those who tend to hold to things regardless of practicality or sentimental value. Make the process much easier by making three piles - keep, donate, and unsure. Challenge yourself to wear or use the items in your “unsure” pile, and if they remain untouched within the ensuing weeks, to charity they go.

Select Your Furniture Carefully

Choosing the right furniture for your bedroom can be a challenge. Of course, you’ll want to avoid having to re-purchase your bed, wardrobe and drawers every few years; therefore, it is advisable to opt for timeless, durable furniture items that will stand the test of time. For example, oak bedroom furniture will complement a range of aesthetic choices and, when cared for properly, will provide decades of sturdy comfort and practicality.

Gather Your Tools

While a good craftsman never blames his tools, sometimes a bad amateur decorating job is due to a lack of proper tools. Avoid having to go back and forth between your house and the local hardware store by ensuring you have everything you need in terms of tools and materials before you begin. Some examples of tools you may need include:

Paint tray
Paint brushes and rollers
Multi-surface masking tape
Tape measure
Dust sheets
Sandpaper
Wallpaper scraper
Step ladders

Enlist Help

As tempting as it might be to complete your project alone and bask in the glory of a job well done, a little help goes a long way - remember, many hands make light work. Furthermore, some decorating tasks can be profoundly dangerous when attempted alone, such as assembling large, heavy items of furniture. If nothing else, you may discover that sharing your project with a loved one is a fun bonding experience for you both, and a fresh set of eyes is never a bad thing.

Invest In Good Bed Sheets

Your soft furnishings, including curtains, bedsheets, throw cushions and rugs, will likely be the finishing touches to your redesigned bedroom. High-quality bed sheets made from 100% Egyptian cotton are undoubtedly worth the investment. The average person spends about 26 years sleeping, so it is easy to see why soft, comfortable bed sheets are held in such high regard. Choose crisp white bed sheets for a soothing, versatile option, or make a statement with vivid colours and bold patterns to contrast neutral-toned walls.