The flooring in your home is the first thing people notice when they walk in, and it can really set the tone for everything else. If you recently installed new flooring, you might be feeling a little lost on how to make your home more comfortable. The answer may be as simple as adding some extra furniture around your living room or kitchen area. Adding a rug will not only create a warm and inviting place to gather with friends and family but also give your feet some comfort after walking across hardwood floors all day long. You could also add some throw pillows onto couches for added support during movie night or put an ottoman next to the couch if someone wants to sit back while watching TV. It’s amazing what just one change can make!
Make sure your flooring is installed in a room that gets plenty of natural light.
If your room is too dark, the appearance of your flooring will suffer and the light quality may have an impact. If this isn’t an option, consider covering them with new drapes or blinds to allow more light in. Natural light may make a space seem brighter and larger. The more light, the better. Therefore, If your flooring is too dark, your space may seem smaller or more confined.
A room should not only feel comfortable but look it as well. If your flooring has a rich or dark shade, your space may seem smaller and less open. Light shades create the illusion of more openness because you’re able to see farther into the room. Also, light flooring tend to reflect natural light better than dark flooring, which may make you feel more comfortable.
Add an area rug to add warmth and comfort to the space.
A high-quality rug should match your new flooring, have a pattern or design to coordinate with the room’s decor and use colors that help enrich the appearance of the space. In addition to adding comfort, area rugs can serve as a decorative element in a room.
Area rugs can be used to define various areas of a room. For example, you might place an area rug near the bed in your master bedroom to create a sitting area within it. A living room decorated with contemporary furniture can benefit from an oval shag area rug under its coffee table and two matching rectangular throw rugs on top of the area rug. Square area rugs can be used on high-traffic areas of your home to prevent damage from foot traffic over long periods of time.
If you’ve already invested in a new floor, the area rug should complement it. For example, if your new wood flooring is medium-toned and rustic in appearance, a brown shag area rug might provide warmth to your living room. In contrast, a beige or white shag area rug would look fantastic in your living room.
Bring in furniture with high-quality cushions for maximum comfort.
Bringing high-quality cushions into your home can really go a long way to making it seem cozier. If you want, you can always get your old furniture re-cushioned or get new pieces that are already cushioned. As the weather gets colder, bringing in extra layers of cushioning is especially important if you spend a lot of time indoors.
If you have an old sofa that doesn’t quite match the new flooring, adding a few high-quality cushions can help it fit in. You can also get creative and add some throw pillows or other adornments to your sofa or throw over a chair. Things like this will help the furniture blend in with the flooring and make your home look more aesthetically pleasing.
Use window treatments like curtains or blinds to block out any excess sunlight and create privacy – this will also help keep your home cool during the summer months.
Finding yourself too hot for those summer months and need something to go with your new flooring? Then some new blinds or curtains can help you out.
Blinds are a practical choice because they can be rolled up or down depending on the air inside the room. They are also good for blocking sunlight so it doesn’t spoil your décor or furniture. Furthermore, blinds come in all different shapes, sizes and colours to fit any window in your home.
You can even get special blinds which are made for windows with unusual shapes. Curtains are another practical way to cut out excess sunlight and maintain privacy, but they can be harder to draw back than blinds. One option is to replace your old blinds or curtains with new ones that match your flooring. This way you get the best of both worlds – stylish window dressings that also work well with your new floor.
Flooring and furniture go hand in hand. Know that the right floor can make or break a room, but don’t forget to get the matching pieces of furniture to finish it off!
