#TuesdayTips - Reconditioning your home for winter
Posted 1 November 2016 by
Ben SalisburyWith the darker nights already beginning to move in, it’s time to start thinking about the small touches that can transition your home from a bright summer home to a peaceful autumn retreat.
We often spend more time at home during the cooler seasons, choosing to host a dinner party or enjoy a relaxing night in instead of venturing out. Making a few simple changes will create the perfect environment for staying in over the next few months.
1. Create a focal point in the living room
The Jo sofa collection combines stylish designs and high levels of comfort. Available in a range of four fabric colours, this range is an ideal choice for any busy home.
Kevin Royal, managing sirector at sofa and flooring specialist ScS, says: “The sofa is the key focus of a living room and a few simple touches can help draw attention towards the area, making it easy to update seasonally. A statement wall behind the sofa naturally draws our eyes towards the area, and although grey continues to be a popular colour this autumn, changing cushion covers can bring a pop of colour and is a great way to add texture.”
The Jo sofa collection from ScS combines stylish designs and high levels of comfort – perfect for an autumnal night in.
Price: Sofas from £549
2. Add warming accessories
There’s nothing more welcoming on a cool night that lighting an array of scented candles. For A/W, swap fresh floral scents for deep pomegranate or sweet vanilla, and light in the early evening to create a peaceful ambience – regardless of the weather outside.
3. Switch out your blinds
David Roebuck, managing director of DirectBlinds.co.uk, said: “Whilst in summer a pale blind can brighten up the room, choosing a darker colour in the colder months can add a feeling of warmth and cosiness. For Autumn/Winter 2016, opt for a deep berry or rustic amber to make the most out of the season’s colour palettes.”
Red Leaves combines deep red tones with an autumnal leaf print, to add a cosy feel to any home.
Price: From £99
4. Update your bedding
The bed is an area of the house that can be quickly and easily updated at minimal cost. Add a big throw and a few textured cushions to create a welcoming environment, perfect for climbing into after a long day.
5. Clear away your clutter
Jonathan Warren, owner of Time4Sleep.co.uk, says: “Spring isn’t the only time to have a good clear out, it’s a good idea to get the home in order whenever the season changes. For A/W, it’s worth storing summer accessories (like that picnic rug!), to clear space for any new seasonal buys. A blanket box looks stylish, whilst also offering up great storage space that is easy to access.”
The Dulwich blanket box comes in an on trend smoky grey and offers a practical solution for storing clutter.
Price: £219