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STYLISH INTERIORS ▲

TIME TO

decorate

TAKING PLEASURE
IN THE OUTDOORS
It's amazing what a diﬀerence a lick of paint can
make to a summerhouse or garden shed - and
you're weather-prooﬁng it at the same time. Try an
on-trend shade of bluey green or vibrant teal, or
make a statement with a brash purple or red.

CUPBOARD LOVE

A new kitchen can be costly, but a cheap and
eﬀective way of modernising your units is to replace
the doors - there's a huge choice of styles online,
from Shaker to high-gloss glass and metallics.

IT'S CURTAINS FOR YOU

On a small budget, these are the one purchase you
should make after a pot of paint, as they're great for
freshening up windows - and keep out draughts.
Bespoke can be expensive, but high street stores such
as John Lewis have a large range of ready-mades.

REINVENT

and recycle
TAKE STEPS
TO UPCYCLE
Don't throw anything out - even an old ladder has
its uses. An A-frame makes an ideal shelving unit
- just give it a coat of paint to match your room. If
you're rubbish at DIY, Habitat has great alternatives.

QUICK CHANGE

The most cost eﬀective way of giving a tired room a
new lease of life is so simple you'll wonder why you
didn't think of it yourself: rearrange the furniture.
Give the space a spring clean at the same time.

PRESERVE JAM JARS

Wash empty jars in warm, soapy water to thoroughly
clean the inside and remove the label. They're great
for storing all sorts of odds and ends, and, lined up
in a row on a shelf, they look strangely interesting.

WALL ART

CRAFT WORK

NEW
LEASE
Check the
garage or
loft for
items you
put away
years ago
that have
made a
comeback
and may
suit a room.

For a personal touch, create a feature wall by glueing
on photos of actors from Hollywood's golden era or
old concert posters - anything goes. Try car boot
sales or charity shops for varied originals

ROOM AT THE TOP

The general rule that a ceiling should be painted
white or a diﬀerent colour to the walls, can be
broken. Keep the same colour throughout for a rich
atmosphere that makes the room feel complete.

WELCOME
TO MY HOME
Don't forget the exterior of your
house. A coat of gloss in
a bright colour will
make your front
door stand out
in the street.

If you're not brave enough to experiment with paint
colour, try a decorative wall sticker. It can easily be
removed if it doesn't make quite the right impression.

HANG 'EM HIGH
An ornate mirror, painting or framed photos are
just a few ways to give a space a focal point. For
something with more of a fun factor, create a
modern mural using plates with illustrations
that are works of art in their own right.

LET THERE BE LIGHT...

The right lighting can make or break a
room. Use ﬂoor or table lamps by sofas
and chairs - and candles in the evening.

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