Decorating your bedroom to suit your ideal aesthetic is a must for your happiness and mental health, but it can be prohibitively costly.
No matter the budget, you can achieve your ideal sanctuary by understanding which elements are worth spending money on. Check out our inspirational list below of budget-friendly ways to decorate your bedroom!
1. Make the Wall Decor Yourself
Original artwork and prints for above your bed can run you anywhere from fifty dollars to thousands of dollars, making it one of the least affordable bedroom embellishments you can purchase. If you’re on a tight budget, the solution lies in making your wall decor yourself.
Canvases of any size can be purchased from your local art supplies store. If you’re artistically inclined, you can hang your latest masterpiece or paint something new with your space’s color scheme in mind. You can also macramé wall art or craft a hanging wall quilt, both of which are relatively simple DIY projects.
Making your decor yourself isn’t just cost-effective—it’s also more meaningful and personal than a canvas print of the Eiffel Tower. It makes your room a little bit more “you,” even if it’s a far cry from professional quality.
2. Put Up Pictures
Posters and collages aren’t just for college dorms. If you truly shudder at the thought of producing artwork, print out or gather some of your favorite photos!
Make any picture, print, or poster look instantly classier by framing it. Even something as inexpensive as a magazine poster gets a leg up when it has a well-fitting frame with thoughtful positioning in your room. Again, choosing wall imagery that speaks to your personality is what makes your room truly yours. Don’t just hang up any old poster, map, or paper on your wall.
3. Shop Reused or Refurbished Furniture
New furniture is an expensive investment that will eat up your bedroom budget. In the days of fast fashion and brand-new everything, we tend to consider used furniture as a final resort, but that’s neither realistic nor sustainable.
Truthfully, a well-made piece of furniture can and should last a lifetime. Opting for used furniture helps keep pieces that have plenty of life left out of the landfill, making it a more environmentally-friendly choice. Buying unwanted used furniture can also cost you mere pennies and look far better than the expensive, average-quality furniture you find at big retailers. Plus, combing through online shops or thrift stores for a hidden gem can be fun and rewarding in and of itself.
4. Add Greenery
Never underestimate the power of plants when it comes to transforming your home or bedroom! When you’re struggling to figure out how to fill a space, add greenery.
There are so many easy indoor plants to choose from. Cacti, including the useful aloe vera plant, are low-maintenance and gorgeous options. Peace lilies need relatively little sunshine and an average amount of watering, and they’re great for air quality. Spider plants are also good for air quality, and they also look beautiful when hanging from your ceiling. All of these plants and more are both budget-friendly and will keep your space looking lively.
5. Choose Lasting Bedding
Yes, you’re on a budget, but if there’s one thing you shouldn’t skimp on, it’s quality bedding. This isn’t to say you have to choose silk sheets made for royalty, but selecting bedding that lasts is going to be the thing that saves you a lot of money in the long run.
If you opt for cheap polyester sheets, you’ll most likely notice a difference in your sleep quality. You’re also going to have to replace the sheets and duvet when they’re inevitably damaged or torn in just a few years.
The cost may seem like a lot now, but purchasing a duvet and sheet set designed to last for at least ten to twenty years means you have one upfront cost and that’s it. Your bed set will wash easily and look wonderful many years later.
6. Clean Up Clutter
The number one thing you can do to make your space look neat and decorated is by organizing it. Interior organization skills are what can take a space from “dorm room” to “adult bedroom” in a flash.
Just remember: everything needs a place. Having piles of clothes or clutter lying around will undo any hard work you’ve done decorating and contribute to a stressful environment. Do your research and consult gurus like Marie Kondo who kindly help you organize by keeping what’s important and tossing what isn’t.
