3. Paint to Match Each Room’s Theme
A little paint can go a long way, so carefully consider color’s role in each room when redecorating your home.
Every color has its own feeling and effect; for instance, blue is often associated with calmness, and is known to ease stress levels. Black evokes feelings of strength, power and authority. Gray is timeless, neutral and practical.
Choosing the paint color to match the room’s theme can not just upgrade your home, but also help make it a calming sanctuary.
4. Add Fresh Flowers and Houseplants
Nothing reduces stress and boosts your mood like fresh flowers — adding them is also an easy way to spruce up any room!
Having flowers in your dining room, kitchen and living room instantly softens each space’s appearance. Having them in your bedroom can even improve your quality of sleep.
You don’t even have to buy expensive ones; if they’re alive, you’ll get the benefits!
If you’re not into flowers, that’s OK! There are all kinds of houseplants that not only look nice, they also improve your home’s indoor air quality — a win-win situation!
5. Tickle Your Senses
Nothing creates a calming sanctuary like nice smells for the senses. Sometimes, all you need to feel great is a refreshing scent for your nose.
Some scents’ benefits extend beyond their smell. For instance, lavender, vanilla, lemon and sandalwood don’t just smell nice; they can also promote better sleep.
Consider adding aromatherapy diffusers, essential oils, homemade linen spray or beeswax candles to each room.
Always check ingredients if you have allergies; otherwise, each of these can make you more comfortable.
These are just 5 ways to transform your home into a calming sanctuary.
How do you make your home more relaxing? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
Amelia Wick is a traveler and mother who enjoys hiking and skydiving. She also enjoys reading books related to history and geography.
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