{"id":1041,"date":"2022-06-22T19:17:03","date_gmt":"2022-06-22T19:17:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.selectblindscanada.ca\/blog\/?p=1041"},"modified":"2022-06-29T19:35:28","modified_gmt":"2022-06-29T19:35:28","slug":"10-interior-design-diy-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.selectblindscanada.ca\/blog\/10-interior-design-diy-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Interior Design DIY Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you planning on changing things chez vous<\/em> this year? You can save loads of money when DIY some of the jobs but you have to know exactly what to DIY and when. Avoid some of the common pitfalls of DIY reno projects and find out which are the best interior design DIY tips every homeowner should know!<\/p>\n

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1. Set a Budget \u2013 and Stick to It!<\/h2>\n

You can definitely save money with a good DIY project but you can also get easily carried away and end up overspending if you don\u2019t set a budget for yourself. Set yourself a realistic budget and stick to it. If you start surpassing your budget, you\u2019ll find yourself in heaps of financial trouble real fast.<\/p>\n

2. Shop Around<\/h2>\n

Doing stuff yourself takes time and lots of that time should be spent shopping around for the best prices and deals. It can be tough to find that one rare gem but trust us, if you keep searching, you\u2019ll find it. Take your time and be careful with your selections.<\/p>\n

3. Consider Colours and Fabrics<\/h3>\n

The biggest mistake people make when they DIY is to just purchase whichever fabrics or materials they find on sale. But you may end up with clashing tones and textures that just won\u2019t work. Instead, take a little more time to shop around for items that work with your vision. Then create a mood board to see how your top picks compare to one another. This can save you from restarting a project and losing money.<\/p>\n

4. Don\u2019t Force Trends<\/h2>\n

You may have heard about a super cool new trend but you\u2019re not really finding the right pieces or you aren\u2019t sure you love it. Full stop! Not every trend needs to be in your home. Choose the trends and styles that work with your personal taste. You can pass on something even if it\u2019s trendy if you don\u2019t love it. If the idea isn\u2019t coming together, go back to the drawing board and see what changes can make it work.<\/p>\n

5. Try Before You Buy<\/h2>\n

You can order free samples of nearly anything including paint colours, window coverings<\/a>, and even furniture fabrics. If you can get a free sample, do it! Collect all of your samples together and triage them to find the winner in every category. Does this take a little more time and effort? Yes, but it\u2019ll be well worth it when your finished product comes together perfectly.<\/p>\n

6. Repurpose<\/h2>\n

A home renovation project doesn\u2019t have to include loads of new items. You may be able to repurpose old d\u00e9cor pieces. Maybe a fresh coat of paint can make them more modern and help them blend into your aesthetic more seamlessly. Never assume that a DIY project requires all new items. You\u2019d be surprised how you can transform what you already own.<\/p>\n

7. Read the Instructions First<\/h2>\n

To make sure your DIY project goes off without a hitch, read, read, and read again! For example, if you decided to DIY your new window coverings with some of our products, you should carefully read the measuring instructions and the installation instructions to make sure you get a perfect fit and a flawless look. Take your time and read through everything at least once before you start to put it into practice.<\/p>\n