Townsville Bulletin

Cheap tricks to make your home look more expensive

- MONIQUE VAN DER HEYDEN

Renovation shows are all the

rage and have inspired Aussies to get their hands dirty and transform their home into their castle. If you’re wanting to spruce up your palace but don’t want to break the bank, there are a few budgetfrie­ndly tricks you can use to transform your home into the lavish dream house you’ve always wanted.

Fresh paint

A fresh coat of paint is a cheap way to give any room the uplift it deserves. Light and neutral tones are always a safe bet, especially if the room is on the smaller side. But if you’re feeling bold, darker tones can make a great accent wall which instantly adds depth and personalit­y to the space. Just remember, colour

Bright colours can often appear tacky, so be careful when choosing your shade.

Raise the roof!

Soaring ceilings are a feature seen in mansions across the globe.

the cards, using window treatments such as curtains or drapes can create the illusion of a taller room. Hang the curtain rods close to the roof and opt for material that just reaches the ground. Drawing the eyes upward will give a grander atmosphere to your home.

Ditch the outdated light

There is nothing worse than a room with a yellow tinge from

can old globes be driving up your electricit­y bill, but a chandelier from the ’70s might be drawing the wrong attention. Installing modern lighting

of your humble abode. In vogue: downlights, hanging pendant lights, and hidden LED strips.

Update your doors

Doors of the home are often neglected, but they can be utilised as a statement piece for both the

old wooden front door with a splash of paint. By choosing a bold colour such as grey or black for your entryway, you can drive up your curb appeal. You can also refresh your plain interior doors, or even opt for replacing them with sleek sliding doors to save on space. such as taps, handles, and rods can appear thrown together. Selecting a cohesive colour and style can add a polished touch to your home. Whilst

might be tempting and on-trend; matte black or stainless steel never goes out of style.

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