Easy-to-Use Tips for Sprucing Up Your Bedroom and Bathroom

Your bedroom is a place to unwind from the fast-paced world outside. Along with your bathroom, it’s one of the most personal and private spaces in your entire home. It’s well worth taking the time and effort to invest in these two rooms—after all, you use them every day! And this doesn’t have to mean spending a lot of money on complicated renovations. The following steps from real estate expert Karen Boos can quickly spruce up your bedroom and bathroom without the hassle.

Revamp your linen closet

Linens are a great place to start when making over your bedroom and bathroom. First, upgrade your sheets. You spend hours enveloped in them every night; it’s worth getting top-quality materials. Opt for soft, breathable fabrics to keep you cool in summer and warm in winter. Good Housekeeping provides a list of the top picks, from a 100% cotton sateen fabric to a material that mimics active-wear and wicks sweat away from the body.

 Moving on to the bathroom, take a look at your towels. Take any old, frayed, and worn sets and replace them with fluffy, fresh ones. You can find a how-to guide on towel buying from Bed Bath & Beyond. It recommends what materials to look for based on what you want your towel to accomplish, for instance whether you need something that dries quickly or are interested in a super-absorbent material.

Pay attention to lighting 

Consider whether you want to spruce up the windows as well. Blackout shades can block out light for better sleep, but if you’d prefer, you can opt for window treatments to keep light out at night. To maintain your privacy during the day, use a sheer in the windows.

 Also, consider the lighting inside your bedroom. A soft glow (think dimmable lighting) is more conducive to relaxation than harsh overhead lights. You can also add lighting around the perimeter of the room to achieve this soothing ambience. In your bathroom, get rid of overhead lights, and install fixtures on either side of your mirror. 

Make yourself feel at home with new wallpaper

One of the easiest ways to change how a room feels and make it your own is by installing wallpaper. While wallpaper might sound outdated, it’s actually making a huge comeback, and has become incredibly popular. With sites like Spoonflower, you can rest easy knowing that everything is made sustainably. There are even wallpaper options that are recyclable, like their prepasted removable wallpaper. With temporary wallpaper, you can easily switch out the design if you decide to change things up. 

There is a wide variety of styles, colors, and patterns to choose from, so take your time to choose one that feels like you. You can even order samples and test swatches to make sure you’ve found the perfect one. 

Create the perfect atmosphere with scents

Scents can seriously impact your mood. When you smell something familiar, the parts of the brain associated with memory and emotion light up. It's even been shown that the olfactory senses trigger more vivid emotional memories and incite stronger feelings than the visual senses. Take advantage of this by incorporating scents into your bathroom and bedroom.

 You can use incense sticks or candles to set the tone. Diffusers are ideal because they cool the environment for a better night’s sleep, and they can provide a slew of health benefits like increased energy and enhanced cognition. Lavender, cedarwood, and eucalyptus are just a few options to consider, but it’s a good idea to sniff around first to find a scent you like.

Block out the world with soothing sounds

In addition to light, noises at night can interrupt sleep. A white noise machine can drown out unwanted sounds and keep you slumbering peacefully with its constant hum. And because it can reduce or eliminate interruptions at night, it can help you wake up feeling refreshed the next day. You can even use it while you’re awake to calm the mind; in fact, it’s a great aid for meditation!

 When it comes to all of these tips, focus on the personal. It’s your space and your style should reflect that. You can further enhance your bedroom and bathroom by adding sentimental touches, like trinkets from your travels or family photos. Combine these unique additions with the steps outlined above, and you’ll have a wonderful personal space with minimal monetary expense.

If preparing your home for sale was another motivation for your updates, Karen Boos is ready to help when the time comes to list. Her expert knowledge and insight will make selling your home and finding a new one a smooth transition. Connect with her today to find out more! (208) 870-7770