Are you planning on sprucing up your bedroom or wanting to plan a bedroom renovation?

Whether you are planning on a complete refurb or a simpler refresh, here are some top tips to help you on your way. We all want to have a peaceful bedroom environment so take these steps to create it while renovating. 

If you are planning to DIY your bedroom renovation or call in the professionals to create a bedroom that feels like a retreat, you will need to start with these steps to get the bedroom of your dreams.

Renovations during the summer months are more common but a bedroom makeover is an inside project which can be done all year round.

Plan A Bedroom Renovation

Create a mood board

It is wise to start any interior project by creating a mood board. Doing this will allow you to brainstorm all your different ideas, including the different styles that you like. Doing this means you can see everything you are considering in one place which will allow you to see what ideas work cohesively together.

When creating your board, try to consider timelessness when making your decisions. While it is okay to include some trend-lead pieces, you don’t want to have to completely redesign again in a couple of years’ time if you can help it. Go for classics when it comes to room colour and large bedroom furniture pieces and incorporate trends through smaller decorative pieces. 

Keep the tones soft and neutral so if you want to switch things up it’s easy to do so. Flooring is a key element in every room and Solid Wood Flooring has lots of warm tones which can really make your room feel cosy and compliment pretty much every mood board colour wheel.

Optimise Space In Your Bedroom

For any room that you renovate, optimising space is really important. This is particularly true of a bedroom as they often have to work as multi-functional spaces. As well as being somewhere you can unwind and sleep after a long day, they also need to house your clothes and may even be used as a home office too. In order to maximise functionality without sacrificing comfort, single beds with storage can provide a smart solution by offering extra space to keep belongings neatly tucked away, making the most of limited room in a bedroom. If you share your bedroom with someone else, it is even more crucial that you are able to maximise the space that you have.

Opt for a fitted wardrobe to ensure that you are utilising any awkward spaces the room may have. Make sure you don’t just take advantage of floor space, consider wall space too and add wall storage such as shelving. Whilst storage is vital, don’t be tempted to overcrowd the room either as this won’t help with creating a calming atmosphere. Additionally, you could consider barn doors for your bedroom, unlike traditional doors, barn doors slide along the wall, freeing up valuable floor space and adding a stylish yet functional touch to the room.

Upcycle where possible

Renovations can be costly, but with clever planning, they don’t need to be. Upcycling is a great way to significantly cut the cost of your bedroom makeover. Before purchasing anything new, take a look at your existing furniture and see if there is the possibility to upcycle any of it. If it is in good condition then you can upcycle it to match your new interior style, without having to fork out for something completely new, saving you money and being more environmentally effective. There are plenty of resources online that will help guide you through upcycling, ideal for if you are on a tight budget or just fancy trying out a bit of DIY to save money.

For any furniture that you don’t want to upcycle, try selling to generate extra cash, or donate to a local charity. 

Take your time

When planning a renovation, it’s easy to envisage getting the whole thing done in a matter of days. Whilst this might be possible, it is best to plan to take your time, allowing yourself to complete everything to the highest standard possible.

Taking your time also means you’ll be able to make changes along the way if needed and really think about what you want from the end result. 

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