{"id":123,"date":"2015-07-17T19:43:20","date_gmt":"2015-07-17T19:43:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/?p=123"},"modified":"2019-11-29T18:44:55","modified_gmt":"2019-11-29T18:44:55","slug":"the-top-tips-in-decorating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/the-top-tips-in-decorating\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Decorating Tips You Must Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you are buying a new home or looking to spiff one up, it is super important to know how to properly decorate. There is not a rule book on decorating, and everyone has their own likes and dislikes. That does not mean that decorating cannot be easy. Here are 9 easy, decorating tips. <!--more--><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-125 size-medium\" style=\"border: 1px #efefef solid;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/SILK-27773859-ARCHITECT-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Decorating Tips\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/SILK-27773859-ARCHITECT-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/SILK-27773859-ARCHITECT-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>It is fun and exciting to use your imagination and creativity to bring out the best a room has to offer. To make any room look better than it did, there are a few tips you need to know. These decorating tips consist of:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullet\">\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Save the paint for last<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Even though paint is extremely important to finish a room, there are thousands of different colors and variations to choose from. Lighting can affect the way the paint looks from one home to another as well. Choosing the content of the room will make it easier to match the paint with the furniture and decor. If you are not color savvy, consult a <a title=\"Color Design\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/color-scheme-and-home-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">color chart.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Let your furniture breathe<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>One of the worst things you can do for a room is overcrowd it. You want to be able to maneuver around your rooms easily, so try not to stuff them to the brim with furniture and other items. Go easy on furniture and get some nice quality decorating pieces instead.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><b>Develop a focal point<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>A focal point serves as an anchor for the room. Not every piece of \u00a0furniture and decoration has to have a leading role in your room. Your focal point will draw a lot of attention.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/SILK-IV30578-TODAYSLIVING.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-126 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/SILK-IV30578-TODAYSLIVING-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"comfy living room\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/SILK-IV30578-TODAYSLIVING-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carpetguys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/SILK-IV30578-TODAYSLIVING-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Consider sight lines<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Make the focal point of the room free of clutter. It is meant to draw you in, and this is why they are usually placed across the room from the entrance.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Choose your collectibles wisely<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Try not to hang a collectible or decoration simply because you have it. If it does not match the style and color of your room, it can throw the whole room off.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Vary the scale<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Due to size, things in a store may look differently in your home. Be sure to scale things to fit appropriately in your room.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Create layers of lighting<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Creating more layers of light adds interest, intrigue, and variety. In an evenly lit room, nothing will stand out. Think about adding lower light or ambient lighting.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Make your flooring match your style<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Choose the same flooring to compliment the design style you go with.\u00a0 If your style is rustic, choose a hardwood or laminate flooring.\u00a0 If you&#8217;re going for cozy and soft, have carpet installed.\u00a0 The Carpet Guys Design Consultant can help you figure out which flooring would be best.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h4><strong>Be you<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Always try to apply your own sense of style and taste to your rooms. It is your home after all, and you want it to represent your own intricate style in design. That is the best part about designing a home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whatever design ideas you have prepared, by following these simple tips, you will be able to truly enjoy your rooms for a long time. Designing a home does not have to be stressful. 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