The holiday season is just around the corner, which means it's time for your home to get a good makeover. This means that you need to prepare your home for the cold weather ahead and make it glamorous for any Christmas party. However, this doesn't have to be an incredibly tedious or difficult task. You can give your home a beautiful winter makeover while having fun instead of making it seem like a huge challenge.
In this article, we are going to give you 5 great winter home renovation ideas that will make your home a holiday party paradise and keep you comfortable even during the cold months.
Change the lighting
Winter means fading sunlight and cloudy, overcast days. Gone are the days of bright sunlight entering the house. If you don't have adequate lighting at home, the winters can make your home look drab and dark. A great way to prepare your home for the cold season is to update your lights and add new lighting elements. Make sure the lighting matches the room. For example, dim lighting in the bedroom can create a cozy environment that induces sleep, but the living room and kitchen require bright light.
Add-in a splash of white
White is a synonym for Christmas and winter and lets us depict snow fields. But it also plays an important role in interior design and you can use it to your advantage. As the lightest color on the color wheel, white scatters light the most. This can make the rooms look bigger and brighter. During the winter when light is scarce, adding white to your home can help increase the natural light and make the rooms appear brighter. The best way to do this is to paint your walls either white or similarly bright, or you can use white furniture in the form of curtains, carpets, and even sofas.
Fix your fireplace
As winter approaches, the fireplace becomes the heart of the home. People naturally gather for this. If you are planning to have parties this holiday season, make sure your fireplace looks nice and clean. Clean up any dust and debris that has accumulated over the past few months, removing any ash or debris. Then repair any cracks or damage in the frame or body of the fireplace. Since repairing a fireplace can be a bit risky, we recommend reaching out to a professional here if you have not already done so.
Insulate the attic
If you find yourself in the colder regions of the country, especially areas with lots of cold wind and drafts, make sure your attic is properly insulated. Improper insulation in the attic or crawl space is one of the main reasons for a cold house. If it's not fixed, even a good thermostat can't get rid of the cold. The isolation process is pretty straightforward and you can either do it yourself or hire professionals to do it, which is not an overpriced proposition. This is a great way to prepare for the winter rush and make sure you are always comfortable and warm.
Change the carpeting
Cold floors are just one of the worst things about winter. They can be very uncomfortable and because you wear socks you are also more likely to slip. Add carpeting to your home and you will always be grateful. Yes, it is a bigger renovation project compared to others, but the results are long term and will serve you well. If you already have carpeting, check it out properly and see if it needs an update. If they are new, give your carpets clean and dusty.
