7 Decorating Mistakes on the Avoid List
During our Alaskan winters you might find yourself spending more time inside and then one thing leads to another and you’re once again redecorating your space. Our first tip is to get outside! Go outside and soak up that sunshine during the day and enjoy the Alaskan wilderness. Once you have spent some time outdoors and trek back indoors take a look at your redecorating skills and see if you’ve by chance made any of these 7 decorating mistakes.
Don’t block the flow
Sometimes we find ourselves arranging seating to face a window or fireplace, but this can be an unwelcoming move when guests enter to see the back of your couch and back of heads. So, what’s the fix? Use a large wall to ground your sofa. If you have accent chairs it’s ok for their less bulky backs to be to guests. If you’re short on space and must expose your sofas back, you can use a console table in front with some decorative items to soften the feel.
Don’t block the natural light
Ditch that thick drapery if you find that it’s keeping the outside light from coming in. A dark room is less inviting. So, what’s the fix? Try hanging some neutral-colored linen sheers. Sheer curtains will help you to maximize natural light and provide texture and warmth. Be sure to keep the windows clear of large furniture pieces that are taller than the windowsill.
Don’t go crazy with sofa pillows
Yes, we know there are just way too many gorgeous or adorable pillows available, and they make your couch feel oh so cushy! The result? Too messy! So, what’s the fix? Streamline! You only need two pillows. You’ll end up with a sofa that looks chic but not stuffy.
Don’t go too small with your art
If you choose artwork that is too small for the wall you’ve placed it on, you’ll end up with it looking awkwardly disjointed like it’s floating on the wall instead of anchoring the space. So, what’s the fix? Follow the two-thirds rule. Any art that you hang above a sofa or bed should cover at least two-thirds of the wall space in order to feel balanced. You don’t need to use just one piece; you can hang multiple smaller frames to get that same wall coverage.
Don’t hang your curtains too low
Save the ‘how low can you go’ for the limbo. Curtains normally used to be hung just above the window trim or halfway between the trim and the ceiling. If you hang the curtains too low, it can make your windows look smaller. So, what’s the fix? Hang curtains as close as you can to the ceiling line and five inches to a foot past the edge of the trim widthwise. Full curtains help your windows to look expertly styled and you can see most of your window when the curtains are opened.
Don’t choose a rug that’s too small
A rug that isn’t sized right for the space can make the room feel choppy and broken. So, what’s the fix to these decorating mistakes? A rug should go beyond the edges of your biggest piece of furniture. If you’re stuck with a smaller rug, you can layer it on top of a larger rug for a textured look.
Don’t get too bright
Brighter isn’t always better. Sometimes choosing the brightest bulbs leaves your room feeling stark and hospital like instead of warm and cozy. So, what’s the fix? Choose 60-to-75-watt bulbs in common areas and 40-to-60 -watt in personal spaces like your bathroom or bedroom. The goal is softer, more atmospheric light.
Decorating can be fun if done right. When you choose to decorate your new home or revitalize your existing space, take the time to make the best use of your space, and most of all…have fun! Use these tips of decorating mistakes to avoid…Oh, and most importantly dress warm, and get outside and enjoy that beautiful Alaskan winter!
