Budget-friendly ways to decorate your new home

Whether you’ve just moved into your new build home or are looking for ways to refresh your current space, here are some of our top affordable tips and tricks to personalise your home.

Whether you’ve just moved into your new build home or are looking for ways to refresh your current space, here are some of our top affordable tips and tricks to personalise your home.  

Use temporary wallpaper for big impact 

If you love the idea of wallpaper but don’t want to commit long term, try peel-and-stick wallpaper. It’s a fantastic, budget friendly way to create a feature wall or add pattern to a small space, like a small bathroom or utility. Choose a fun pattern like botanical prints, geometric designs or even faux brick to add extra personality into your home without the hassle of permanent installation.  

Customise your hallway with DIY hooks  

The hallway is often overlooked, but it's the first space people see when they enter your home. Add a personal touch with some DIY home decor, like custom coat hooks or a custom shelf.  Use reclaimed wood to add a rustic vibe, or a pair of sleek metal hooks if you’re looking for a more of a modern look. You can also add a small shelf for keys, household plants, or a decorative bowl for both style and function. 

Refresh and upcycle furniture  

Decorating your house on a budget doesn't mean you have to skip on style. Upcycling some of your old furniture is a fun and creative way to refresh your space. You could sand down an old coffee table and repaint it, add new handles to a tired dresser or add contact paper to a bookcase. Upcycling is the perfect way to add high-end finishes without the high costs. 

Repurpose old window frames and mirrors

Old wooden window frames can be found at car boot sales, charity shops, or even your own loft. These can be turned into stylish mirrors that serve as both functional and aesthetic focal points in your home. Clean them up and add a reflective mirror sheet inside or you can use them as decorative pieces by framing photographs or artwork you love. 

Add handmade textiles 

One of our top affordable decorating ideas is to add textiles, which can warmth and personality to any room in your home. Why not try your hand at some crocheting and make your own throw blankets or pillows? You can even repurpose fabric scraps to create unique patchwork designs that make your textiles truly one-of-a-kind. 

Paint to personalise each room 

Painting is one of the most affordable and easiest ways to personalise your home. Instead of sticking to the walls, think creatively – paint your old furniture, create a geometric feature wall or even grab some stencils for a new pattern. Consider a two-tone wall or some painted wall trims. This can completely transform your space at a low cost and add character to each room. 

The perfect home for your personal touches 

At Tilia Homes, we believe your home should be as unique as you are. That’s why our range of new homes for sale are designed with flexible layouts and modern features that offer the perfect canvas for personalisation.  

From stylish kitchen upgrades to flooring options and additional lighting fixtures, we offer a range of choices to help tailor your home to suit your taste and lifestyle, read our interview with Sales Consultant here for more information. Ready to start personalising your new home? Explore our range of new build homes for sale here and begin creating a space that feels truly yours.