Home Decorating Ideas On A Budget

We all want that beautiful, Instagram-friendly home decor aesthetic, and many of us have been guilty of spending way too much on a cactus plant holder or a rose-quartz crystal. With this article, we’ll help you decorate your home without breaking the bank. Here are the best home decorating ideas on a budget.

Re-Arrange The Furniture

Wait, you didn’t think we would include a freebie? The most obvious and budget-friendly idea when it comes to decorating your home is to simply re-arrange the furniture. You’d be surprised how re-positioning items in your space can alter the vibe and feel of the room. 

The difference between an interior designer and a homeowner is that the designer doesn’t believe in buying in bulk, they simply believe in placement. Hence, good placement is the key. New items not so much. If the objects in your property are positioned correctly, this can enhance their beauty and increase the overall charm of your dwelling.

So go on, move cushions and plants from one room to another or take down a piece of artwork or two. You and your guests are bound to notice the difference! 

Paint Away

Want to decorate but don’t know where to start or what to buy? Just browse Pinterest for inspiration and buy yourself some cans of paint. This decorating tip costs little and makes a big difference to your space.

Most homeowners get bored of the same coloured walls and think they need a new couch to fill the void. But all you need is a coat of touch-up or a one-eighty on your room’s colour scheme!

Whatever you decide, this is the most cost-effective way to change the mood of a an area. You don’t even need to hire an outsider to do it. (Though you definitely can and should if your painting skills are anything like ours.) A simple trip to the home-store to purchase paint and brushes will cost you less than £50. You can also make a day of it, experimenting will colours and bonding with a loved one over which way the paint strokes should go.

This tip is also very effective when selling or showcasing your home, as the newer the home looks, the more money it is likely to bring in!

Make Your Wall A Work Of Art 

If painting a wall or room is too much hard work for you, then the next best thing is creating a gallery of photos and artwork on the wall. 

Well within a small decorating budget, this economical idea simply requires you to collect copyright-free images from the internet or collate your favourite memories and get them printed and hung to create a photo corner on the wall of your house. Not only does this save money you could have lavished on a single piece of artwork, but it also tells visitors more about your personality and life experiences. 

You can go all out and build a complete family tree, including your grandparents, parents, siblings and children. Being part of your home in this manner is sure to make them happy too!

Improve The Lighting

Ever noticed how a well-lit room can make a difference to a selfie? Well, it’s the same with a home. 

Lightning is very influential when you decorate a house. Whether you are using it to create a mood or complement a style of interior design, there are many types of lights, hanging bulbs, lamps and novel lighting pieces available to transform your space.

Gone are the days when all lights did were brighten up a room. Now the design world is focused on fascinating light pieces that act as a focal point for a home. So if you want to give your dwelling a facelift on a budget, why not choose lights that are not only functional but also decorative. We personally love this one for only £39.

Replace Worn Out Furniture

The integrity of the furniture displayed in your home is important. So, if the dining chair is shaking, we do want you to buy a new one to avoid a fall! However, not all things need to be replaced completely. Some worn-out objects can simply be polished, painted or reupholstered. 

Have an old couch? A trusted refurbisher like Plumbs can help keep all the sentimental value of your furniture and the original features intact but offer you several upholstery fabrics and colours to choose from at a great price! This means you get to redecorate on a budget, keep something that holds emotional value for you, and be more sustainable by avoiding unnecessary consumerism. Win, win, win! 

Grow Plants In Your House

Decorating your home on a budget is not limited to materialistic things. New plants, greenery and colourful flowers can also add a fresh vibrancy to your surroundings. You don’t even have to buy them to reap the benefits. You can instead opt for the inexpensive way of decorating by growing the gorgeous plants in your garden or apartment.

Plants that can survive indoors include Snake Plant, Monstera Deliciosa, Spider Plant and Rubber Tree. They not only improve the vibe of your home and circulate fresh air, but the presence of greenery in your space is known to boost one’s physical and mental health.

So why not create a positive and fresh environment with some flora and fauna? It’s easy and economical!

Make Space And Money 

Sometimes to decorate, you first need to clear out the space you are working with. If you have extra items that no longer bring you joy, you can always hop onto Facebook Marketplace or eBay and find them a new home. In the process, you will also make some extra cash that will come in handy when you are looking for home decorating ideas on a budget

Change The Curtains

Like how adding a new coat of paint can transform a room, the same can be said about a new set of curtains.

It’s time to be out with the old, drab and dull, and purchase some new exciting patterns to spice up your room. You can also sell your old curtains to trade in some money for the new ones. 

Self Made Decorative Items

Who said you can only decorate your home with the items you buy in a store? There are hundreds of things that you can create out of scrap objects in your house. 

This is a fantastic creative activity for the whole family where you can polish your arts and crafts skills. You can do sketches and paintings with the kids for some new artwork for the walls or take a trip down the YouTube rabbit hole and find DIY decor ideas such as growing small plants in bottles, creating affordable wall hangings and even giving custom cushions a try! Check out this video with 100 DIY home decor ideas for inspiration.

Why we love this tip? Not only do you get to decorate your home on a budget, but you also end up having very unique objects in your space that mean something more than a trip to the store.

Up-Cycle With Plastic Bottles

There are a plethora of vases available on the market to decorate your fresh flowers and plants. However, as people who love flowers but also personality in their space, we recommend you make your vase!

You can choose an old plastic bottle, paint it to your heart’s desire and use it to show off your blooms in a more original manner. 

Flowers and plants may enhance the beauty of your room, but placing them in your handmade vase will not only save you money but also help you up-cycle and feel more pride in your display. 

Slip In A Rug 

Another game-changer for home decorating ideas on a budget is adding a rug or a matt to your room. There are several online and brick and motor stores selling rugs at various price points. You can get a faux sheep-skin one from Amazon as low as £32, and this can truly enhance your space. 

People don’t often think of floor furnishings when shopping for cheap home decor, but a rug can cosy up any dwelling. An inexpensive rug is also a great purchase if you have pets. They’ll love lying on the soft fabric and sleep more soundly. If they do ruin it by accident, it’s not the end of the world as you only bought a bargain that can be easily replaced! 

Create A Candle Corner

A candle is always on our wish-list for Christmas gifts as not only does a flicker of light make a room more intimate, but many candles on the market today are fragranced to smell divine. 

And what’s better than one scented candle? A beautiful group of candles together creating shadow and dimension in your space. So, check out a local, female-run candle supplier like Hart Healing Kitchen in Suffolk and you won’t regret enriching the atmosphere around you with their wax pours.

Replace The Knobs And Handles

Need more home decorating ideas on a budget? Another great one is refurbishing cabinets in your home by replacing old and worn out knobs and handles with new, funky ones that appease your latest aesthetic. You can also go a step further and get the doors polished and painted, attaining a refreshed look for your furniture without bearing the cost of replacing anything.

The items in your space will get renewed entirely and it’ll give you another excuse to reignite the DIY artist in you.

Use Storage Boxes And Baskets

If you have kids, pets or a few moods swings, you may have collected various items over the years. Unfortunately, they all cannot be placed on display at once and sometimes throwing things away is not the only answer.

Instead, your home’s decor can be enhanced further with beautiful woven baskets and boxes that double up as storage and are available at very reasonable rates. Try them out today!

In summary…

• Decorate your home wisely and stick to a budget instead of splashing the cash.
• Re-organising and re-arranging existing furniture and items can help you achieve a fresh vibe in any room.
• Think out of the box, get creative and give DIY a go.
• Plants, plants and more plants!

Hope you found these home decorating ideas on a budget useful. Have more tips? Leave them in the comments below.