You don't need to spend a fortune decorating a guest bedroom, it can be a fun area to experiment with different decorating styles and colors you don’t have anywhere else in your home. Below are some great tips on how to decorate your guest bedroom with budget friendly ideas that will look stylish and posh.
Neutral Tones First
It’s best to use neutral shades for the bedding such as creams, tans, or beige. Neutrals are the basis for your accent colors, you can easily switch the color scheme for the time of year or for the particular guest with colors that complement their style and personality. Neutral schemes give you the flexibility to get colors in through artwork, ornamental vases, throws and accent pillows that will perk up the guest room.
Paint walls in neutral colors that will go with many color systems, such as creams, whites, dark gray or even tan or rich browns. If you want a touch of color on the walls, add an accent wall in a light or dark blue or chartreuse green.
Shop at Discount Stores and Flea Markets
Bed frames, mattresses, and linens can all be bought at discount specialty stores, big box or online retailers at bargain prices. No need to buy second-hand beds or linens, discount stores have come a long way through the years and offer good quality products at excellent values.
Shop flea markets or garage sales to find interesting furniture pieces for case-goods such as dressers and nightstands. The best buys at these events will require some tender loving care with cleaning or refinishing. If the pieces don’t match, then stain or paint in an accent color that coordinates with the guest bedroom’s decor scheme. Put the finishing touch on your furniture finds and replace the hardware like drawer pulls and knobs to complete the new look.
Add Finishing Touches
Lamps, rugs, and décor all can be purchased at discount stores, online retailers, or flea markets. This is where the fun begins, adding color to the room with accent pieces.
Change up the colors for seasonal guests, like reds or greens for Christmas, pale hued colors for spring, or rich navy or vibrant teal colors for that special guest. Top lamps with a colorful fabric shade in solid or a pattern. Accent pillows and throws bring in more layers of color through, textures, and colorful patterns that complement the room’s vibe. Complete the look with a striking piece of artwork that can be found at discount specialty stores, garage sales, or even craft stores.
Make a Budget
Make a budget for the project and stick with it, plan out the style and colors first before you start your shopping venture. Get visual inspiration and collect ideas, with all the great places to shop these days the discount stores, online, second-hand markets, it will give you a great head- start to accomplish your mission of getting that spare bedroom in tip-top design shape for the next time you welcome guests.
