5 Ways to Refresh Your Living Room for Under £30

Oct 13

2 min read

Fancy giving your living room a little refresh without spending a fortune? You don’t need to redecorate from top to bottom. A few thoughtful changes can make the space feel brighter, cosier and more like you.

Here are five easy ideas to try, with each one costing less than £30.

1. Rearrange your furniture — for free

Before buying anything, try moving things around. Turn the sofa towards a different focal point, pull chairs into a cosy conversation spot, or move a side table to where you’ll actually use it.

Even a small change can make the room feel different. Take a quick photo before you start so you can compare the layouts.

2. Make a feature of your wall

A blank wall can make a room feel unfinished. Try creating a small display with framed photos, prints or a few favourite ornaments.

Need somewhere to arrange them? These TREAKWIS floating shelves, a two-pack for £14.99, give you space to show off the things you love without filling the whole room with furniture.

3. Give your lighting a lift

Lighting can change the mood of a room in an instant. A warm glow makes evenings feel more relaxing, while a statement light can add a new focal point.

For a modern touch, take a look at the McKalen gold LED wall light for £18.99. Prefer something with a more striking shape? The EIDISUNY spiral LED wall light is £28.99.

Always check the fitting and installation requirements before purchasing a wall light.

4. Clear one surface and style it simply

Choose one surface — perhaps the coffee table, mantelpiece or a sideboard — and clear it completely. Then add back just a few things: a favourite book, a small ornament or a candle holder.

Keeping a little breathing space around your décor helps each piece stand out, and you might find you already have everything you need.

5. Add a cosy finishing touch

Gather a soft throw or cushion from another room and try it on the sofa. Changing the colour or texture can make the space feel refreshed without buying a whole new set.

You could also switch round a few small accessories you already own. A different arrangement is often all it takes to make a familiar room feel new again.