Homeowners are being told how they can update their living rooms for spring to create a bright and calming environment.
Interior experts at MeandMyGlass.co.uk have named seven tips for homeowners to turn their living rooms from winter to spring.
Tips include introducing wooden and rattan furniture for a trendy spring look, and placing a mirror above the fireplace to keep the room looking bright.
Homeowners should light candles that are floral or citrus scented and add greenery into their homes with indoor plants such as aloe vera and jade plants.
Another way to transform living rooms from winter to spring is to swap out heavy fluffy blankets for lighter linen throws.
John Cutts, founder of MeandMyGlass.co.uk said: “As we head into springtime, now is the perfect time to make some subtle changes to your living room to follow the change of seasons.
“Swap out winter themed cushion covers and candles for pastel colours and fresh, floral scents.
“Homeowners can bring life into their home by adding plants that flourish in springtime, such as aloe vera.
“Adding a mirror to your living room will also keep the space light and airy; creating a perfect calming atmosphere for spring.”
Here’s how to update your living room for spring:
- Fresh and floral scented candles
One of the easiest ways to bring the feeling of spring into the home is to light fresh scented candles. The best scents for this time of year are floral or citrus as they’re refreshing and energising.
- Change cushion covers
In the living room and bedrooms change out all of the cushion covers to light and bright colours, such as yellows, creams, light greens or pastels. Covers with floral prints can also work well as a spring addition to the room.
- Add mirrors
Adding a large centrepiece mirror in your living room will help the space feel bright and airy ready for springtime. Choose a spot that will best reflect light, such as above the fireplace or next to a window.
- Indoor plants
Spring is the perfect time to bring the outdoors in – and investing in houseplants to decorate the living room is a great way to add greenery and life into the home. Plants such as aloe vera, snake plants, and jade plants all thrive well in springtime.
- Wooden and rattan furniture
Updating the living room furniture with light wood or rattan accents will add a calming and airy feeling to the space. Chairs, coffee tables or a pouffe that follow this trend are perfect additions for spring.
- Coffee table decor
Changing up the decorations on your coffee table is a simple way to refresh the living room ready for the change of seasons. Add a delicate glass vase filled with colourful flowers placed on a rattan tray and choose books that reflect the springtime, such as gardening guides or travel inspiration.
- Change out throws and blankets
Store away the heavier cable knit and fluffy blankets that kept you warm throughout the colder months. Instead swap these out for lighter fabrics in soft colour tones, such as linen and cotton.