We’re just just at the end of the sunny season. Autumn already looms large on the horizon and it won’t take long for temperatures to fall. To help ensure your home is ready for the chillier weather that lies ahead, take a look at these simple but effective interior design tips.
Rethink your tog
If you want to feel cosy under your covers, you’ll need the right bedding. Right now, you might be fine sleeping under a thin duvet or even simply a sheet. However, when the mercury in thermometers starts to drop, you might need to rethink your duvet. Soft furnishing specialists like Julian Charles offer duvets in togs ranging from 4.5 to 13.5. Bear in mind that the higher the tog, the warmer the bedding. For the ultimate in luxury, you could opt for a goose feather and down filled duvet, and why not top your bed with an attractive throw for added style and warmth?
Do away with draughts
A draught through your rooms might offer welcome relief in summer, but as soon as the weather changes, you’ll want to be able to seal the heat in your home. You can make your rooms more comfortable and keep your heating costs down by blocking off draughts around your doors and windows. Simple draught excluders can work wonders under doors, and thick blackout curtains may help you to reduce heat loss from your window areas.
Consider warming up your colour scheme
Now might be a good time to rethink your colour scheme too. A fresh lick of paint could instantly transform your rooms, giving them a cosier feel. Great hues for winter include anything from warming reds, oranges and yellows, to relaxing browns and bold purples. As well as changing your walls, think about adding some attractive and comforting accessories. You can take your pick from a host of luxurious rugs, comfy cushions and indulgent table runners that will help to make your house more welcoming in winter.
Look out for cosy lighting
Think about your lighting too. We’re not all lucky enough to have real fireplaces in our lounges, but a few well placed candles can give rooms a warmer and more inviting appearance. The soft light cast by table and floor lamps can also make spaces seem warmer and more appealing.
By following home interior tips like these, you can rest assured that when autumn arrives and temperatures drop, your home will make the perfect retreat.
