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How to Quickly and Affordably Refresh Your Apartment's Look?
Renovation is often seen as a massive undertaking, associated with significant expenses, mess, dirt, and turning your daily routine upside down. But what if you want to update the look of your interior and are wondering if it’s worth the effort?
Studies show that spending time in a beautifully designed interior not only improves our mood but also enhances our concentration. So, how can you easily transform the look of your apartment?
Sometimes, a small change in arrangement is enough to positively influence our aesthetic experience. Renovation doesn’t have to be expensive or labor-intensive. Here’s a list of things you can do yourself without hiring a professional:
1. Use What You Have
If you’re looking for budget-friendly ways to refresh your interior, start by making the most of what you already have. Sometimes, all it takes is rearranging furniture, pulling pieces away from the walls, or creating a composition with vases, artwork, or pillows by pairing complementary patterns and colors. Take a fresh look at your belongings, incorporate them into the overall design, or change the orientation of your furniture. Get rid of worn-out items that can’t be repaired.
If reimagining your current pieces isn’t enough, consider adding a few new accents that match your interior’s style. Decorations like mirrors, curtains, artwork, posters, rugs, pillows, or small items like scented candles or flowers can transform the space and elevate the comfort of your home.
2. Give New Life to Your Belongings
Consider how you can refresh old furniture and accessories. Revive a worn-out rug, repaint furniture, or add decorative patterns to give them a modern twist.
For wooden furniture restoration, ensure you clean the surface thoroughly, removing any peeling lacquer, dirt, or paint remnants. Strip the old finish and sand along the wood grain with sandpaper. Dust the surface and degrease it with extraction benzine before painting with wood paint. If you want to reupholster old chairs, sofas, or armchairs, it’s often best to seek a professional’s help. Chrome and brass elements can be gently polished with a metal polishing paste to restore their shine.
You can repaint more than just walls or furniture—refresh old tiles to give your space a new look. Painting tiles can quickly change the character of your kitchen or bathroom. After cleaning and degreasing the tiles, apply tile paint (typically 2–3 layers, depending on the desired effect). This simple approach can bring a fresh and vibrant feel to your interiors.
3. Change Wall Colors or Add Wallpaper
This is one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to transform your interior dramatically. Painting walls or applying wallpaper removes signs of wear, stains, and dirt, giving your space a fresh look. You don’t need extensive construction knowledge to do this.
All you need is the right paint, a roller or brush (if you’re unsure how to choose the right roller, and protective materials like plastic sheeting to cover furniture, floors, and windows. Properly securing your space will save you the hassle of cleaning up paint splatters and drips afterward. This straightforward approach can quickly breathe new life into your home.
4. Use Decorative Wall Effects
A quick and highly effective way to transform the look of your interior or facade is by applying decorative wall effects. One of the most popular trends right now is the concrete effect, often combined with gold or silver finishes. This style is frequently seen in stairwells and modern living rooms, where the raw, cool texture of concrete is paired with warm-toned, modern furniture for a striking contrast.
Another popular choice is the brick effect, iconic for New York-style interiors. Raw red brick contrasts beautifully with neutral palettes of white, beige, gray, and black, adding a bold, vibrant accent to the space.
The wood plank effect works perfectly in rustic interiors inspired by the charm of old Polish manors but can also create an appealing contrast in modern designs. This effect is often used on building facades to mimic the look of wooden walls.
Other trending options include the rust effect and plaster stone imitations, which are gaining popularity for their unique and eye-catching appearances.
Why are decorative effects so popular?
They offer an economical and easy-to-apply alternative to heavy materials like concrete or stone, which some walls can't support. Best of all, creating decorative effects is so straightforward that you can do it yourself. In upcoming articles, we’ll explain how to achieve the brick and wood plank effects.
If you’re interested in learning how to create decorative effects, contact us at 796 343 313. We can organize a product training session at your location in collaboration with FARBY KABE.
5. Replace Silicone and Refresh Grout
These simple yet impactful updates can make a big visual difference. Silicone is an excellent sealant found in every home, known for its ease of use and durability. If you decide to replace old silicone, it’s best to use a specialized silicone remover for the task.
Another great way to refresh your bathroom is by renovating the grout. Using specialized cleaning products, you can remove dirt and even change the grout’s color. This option works best when your grout is clean and free from mold. Be careful when applying pigments, as they can stain not only the grout but also the tiles. Protect tile edges with painter’s tape to ensure a neat and professional finish.
