Purchasing a home is a big step in anyone's life for obvious reasons, but most people do not know how overwhelming ownership can be, especially if one does not feel at home in the property.
It may be surprising but a lot of new homeowners do not feel at home in their property, which could make some regret the purchase.
The key is figuring out a way to make this building feel like home. Homeowners should work on making their new houses reflect who they are. A good place to start is the bedroom, and the following guide will help you do just that.
Reconsider Lighting
Most people like a lot of light in every room, but that might not be a good idea, especially if you are designing your bedroom. Too much light in this area may make the room feel clinical. What you want is a warm room that welcomes you, making you feel cozy, and you can create that feeling if you pay attention to the way it is lit.
As a rule of thumb, you want to make sure that the light bulbs in the bedroom do not exceed 15 watts. Try to install yellow lights (sometimes called soft white light bulbs) as they resemble candlelight, which is pretty much what you want in your bedroom. Consider installing sconces or lights within the walls to help create a soft light experience that should help this new bedroom feel warmer.
Pay Attention to Colors
The next thing you may want to pay attention to is color. It is important that you try to stay between neutral and natural. Neutral colors help highlight some of your bolder choices. You might want to keep those walls white or off-white, and use things like your furniture or covers to add layers to the bedroom.
The natural colors that you want to use should feel and be natural. Consider using wood as often as you can, and try to choose materials to dress your bed and other furniture that is natural. For example, alpaca has a beautiful color that could add a warm feeling to your bedroom. This material is quite warm, so your winters will likely be a little better.
The Bed is Vital
It would be hard to argue that there is a part of the bedroom that is more essential than the bedroom, which is the reason it deserves to be focused on. It is easy to think that there isn't much to choosing a bedroom as long as it accommodates the person or people who are going to be using it, but that is not the case. The wrong bed could cause body aches or poor sleep.
The mattress you choose is meant to support your spine without creating unnecessary pressure points that could lead to things like sciatica pain. You want to make sure that the bed chosen is not too soft or too firm. Firmness can create pressure points, and a soft bed may not give your spine enough support. Choosing a bed that fits like a glove and gives you a good night's sleep should help this bedroom feel more like yours.
The Personal Touch
An important step to making this room feel more comfortable is to add a few personal touches, something only you could add. This could be something as simple as using a quilt that was passed down to you by your family or adding photographs of your family. Adding some of these little things can make this strange, new bedroom feel a little more familiar.
Now, it is important to choose pieces that actually match the way you've been decorating your home so that it feels like each of your personal pieces belong in the room. For example, you might want to use a wood frame for your pictures if your bedroom has wood furniture. Taking the time to match each of your personal items with your bedroom should help you realize that you really do fit in this bedroom.
It may be a good idea to talk to your real estate agent to see if he or she has additional tips to help make this house feel more like your home. This is a common issue that you can conquer.
