How to Decorate a Bedroom On a Budget

Before you begin your project, sit down and set a budget for your space.  How much do you have to spend on the bedroom?  Devise a plan breaks down your budget into how much you will spend on each aspect of the room.  Things to include in the budget are paint, bedding, curtains/curtain rods, wall décor, and ornamental decorations.  Knowing how much you have to spend in each of these areas will make decorating on a budget easier.  It can also help you determine where you can shop.  If you budget is small, you aren’t likely to be able to go to most expensive store in town for wall décor.  This is why it important to have a budget.  It gives you an idea of how much you can spend and where you need to shop.

Before you set out on shopping ventures, you must choose a theme for the space.  The easiest way to choose a theme is to follow along with the décor in the rest of your home. You don’t want the space to stick out like a sore thumb. You want a cohesive atmosphere throughout your home.  There are many themes to choose from.  Perhaps a romantic atmosphere is what you are going for.  How about a modern, edgy look? Choose a theme that best suits your taste.  Avoid themes that may just be trends. You want your newly decorated space to last a while.  Trendy themes may leave you wishing you could redecorate in the future.

One of the biggest changes you can make to your bedroom actually costs the least.  Changing the color of paint in your room can have the most impact.  Choose a color that goes with the theme of your room. Keep in mind that there are colors that promote relaxation. Soft hues of blue can give you a relaxed feeling at the end of a hard day.  Bright and bold colors will do the opposite.  If you are going for a vintage feel, choose antique white or pale pink.  Choose the color of your room based on your theme.  A gallon of paint is inexpensive but will have a dramatic impact on your space.

Once you have the theme for your bedroom and the walls are painted, it’s time to start shopping.  This is the fun part!  If you have a tight budget, you want to be sure that you are shopping in the right places.  Listed below are just a few of the many places that you can find bedroom décor on a budget.

• Discount Stores:

There are many discount stores that carry brand name décor for more than half the price that would find in department stores. The clearance sections of discount stores will provide you with the best décor for the lowest prices. Make a habit to visit these stores at least once a week over the next few months. Give yourself time to buy so that you aren’t forced to make purchases that you really don’t like.

• Flea markets:

Yes! Used décor is perfect for decorating your bedroom on a budget. While you may not want to find bedding in flea markets, wall décor and other ornamental decorations will be in abundance at these locations. Another man’s trash is your treasure.

• Furniture stores:

Many furniture stores will often sell their display furniture, artwork, and other décor for a cheaper price. Browse your local furniture stores to see if you can find something at a good price.

• Online:

Don’t forget the opportunities that the internet has for you to save when decorating your bedroom on a budget. Websites such as Ebay, Amazon, and Overstock will have many selections for you to choose from at a good price. Some will be used while others will be brand new. The choice is up to you.

Perhaps the biggest way to save money is by doing the project yourself. Don’t hire painters to paint for you. This is a simple task if you know how to do it correctly. Take advantage of DIY websites to help you learn the basics of painting. Similarly, don’t hire a designer to decorate your space.  You are perfectly capable of designing it yourself.  Save money and do it yourself!