It’s hard to believe that summer is already heading to a close. We only have a couple of weeks until we have to embrace Autumn. As much as we can’t wait for the pumpkin spice lattes and beautiful sunsets, it does mean the weather takes a turn for the worse. You can expect rain to occur most days, and it can make your home quite chilly. It’s so important to get your bedroom ready for fall so that you can keep warm and cozy while you are in bed. Here are some ways to prepare your bedroom for autumn.
You need a warmer duvet
As we said above, the weather can take a turn for the worse in fall. It means that we are often cold in bed and need to wrap the duvet around us. However, if you have a lightweight duvet on your bed, you won’t be warm enough at night. You are more likely to catch a chill and end up having a bad a night’s sleep. Therefore, now autumn is about to arrive, it’s time to switch to a warmer duvet. You should take a look at the one you had last winter and decide if it’s still suitable for your bed. You should be replacing them at least every four years to keep your bed in a good condition. You will find many duvets you can buy in store or online that will be suitable for your bed. You might want to change the bedding when you put a new duvet on your bed. Now it’s autumn, you should go for darker color sheets which will look great in the bedroom.
You need to add a throw and cushions
Making your bedroom cozy in the Autumn is so important when the home starts to get cold. You might have a lightweight throw on the end of the bed. You need to change this to a big heavy blanket or throw on the bed which will instantly add coziness to your bedroom. You could go for a contrasting color to your bed sheets to add some texture to your room. You can find many cozy and thick blankets which you can buy to put in your bedroom. If you don’t have much money, you could make your own knit blanket for your bed. You should also add some more cushions to your bed. They will be great to cuddle up with as the weather turns cold. Also, volume is more when it comes to creating a cozy bedroom for fall. So add as many cushions as you want to make your bedroom look great.
You need to add some window shutters
You are bound to turn up the heating as it gets cold in your bedroom. You will find all the cold draft seems to get into your bedroom through the windows. A lot of people are installing window shutters so they can keep the hot air in the room. When you close shutters in your room, it will reflect the heat back into the room. That means, your bedroom will stay warm and cozy in the night. You can read more on my previous blog about why window shutters are a must-have for the autumn season.
You need to repaint in warmer colors
Changing the color of the room is a great way to prepare your room for autumn. If you have been fancying a new color in the room for ages, now is your chance to repaint it to look great and fit the season. You should be using rich and vibrant colors such as browns and orange to make the room look ideal for autumn. If you don’t want to paint it a different color, you can just add elements to the room which are designed in warm colors.
You need to add some scented candles
Nothing says autumn than some great scented candles. It can make the bedroom really feel ready for the season if you add some pumpkin pie and orange spice candles. It can make the room also feel a lot more cozy. You can turn off the lights and use some great candles to give you some light in fall. You will find some great options in store to get your bedroom ready for the Autumn season.
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You need to add a beautiful rug
You can add some texture and color to your room in Autumn by adding a beautiful rug. It can keep your feet warm and make the room feel cozy. A beautiful fur rug will also make your bedroom look ready for autumn. You could also make your own if you are feeling creative You should not be afraid to add several rugs and layer them up to make the room extra cozy. They could be contrasting patterns, so the room looks fantastic. You can visit www.plumgoose.com and other sites to find a beautiful rug for your bedroom. Remember to stick to warm colors to help your room look ready for fall!
You need to clean up your windows
After summer, your windows might be looking worse for wear. The hot weather can leave the bedroom window looking grimy and ready for a clean. Therefore, you should ensure you give them a good clean before autumn arrives. If you don’t want to pay out for expensive cleaning products, you can make your own solution by using white vinegar and hot water to get rid of the grime. You should also clean the cobwebs and dust away from your windows. You can find out more about cleaning your windows for autumn on hellawella.com. If you don’t fancy cleaning the window yourself, you could hire a window cleaner to sort your bedroom window before autumn arrives.
You need to install soft lighting
Great soft lighting is a must-have in your bedroom for the Autumn months. It can really make the room feel nice and cozy at night. As discussed on apartmenttherapy, you should consider adding a bedside lamp with a bulb which is 40 or lower. You can have this on while you are reading at night time.
Once you have sorted out your home, you can move on to the other rooms in the house.
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