As the temperature dips and the leaves start to turn, it’s only natural to want to snuggle up and get comfy at home — especially when it comes to the space where you sleep, rest and recharge. From ways to make your bed look (and feel) like a hygge dream to bedroom design ideas to brighten up darker mornings, we’ve rounded up 15 bedroom decor ideas to help you make your bedroom its coziest for fall and winter.
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15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and Winter
September 26, 2020
As the temperature dips and the leaves start to turn, it’s only natural to want to snuggle up and get comfy at home — especially when it comes to the space where you sleep, rest and recharge. From ways to make your bed look (and feel) like a hygge dream to bedroom design ideas to brighten up darker mornings, we’ve rounded up 15 bedroom decor ideas to help you make your bedroom its coziest for fall and winter.
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Colour Swap
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One of the easiest, quickest ways to shift a bedroom from breezy summer vibes to a cozy fall aesthetic is to swap out the colour palette of your <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/photos/dont-make-these-11-mistakes-when-buying-bedding-1929125/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bedding</a>. When those first yummy wafts of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/in-season/photos/perfect-pumpkin-spice-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pumpkin spice</a> enter the autumn air, you’ll know it’s time: swap your light, summery sheets for warm-toned bedding in shades of burnt orange, olive and gold. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/surprising-colour-palettes-1941038/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">14 Colour Palettes That Go Surprisingly Well Together</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterColour Swap
PHOTO 1 of 15READ LESS -One of the easiest, quickest ways to shift a bedroom from breezy summer vibes to a cozy fall aesthetic is to swap out the colour palette of your <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/photos/dont-make-these-11-mistakes-when-buying-bedding-1929125/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bedding</a>. When those first yummy wafts of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/in-season/photos/perfect-pumpkin-spice-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pumpkin spice</a> enter the autumn air, you’ll know it’s time: swap your light, summery sheets for warm-toned bedding in shades of burnt orange, olive and gold. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/surprising-colour-palettes-1941038/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">14 Colour Palettes That Go Surprisingly Well Together</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Pastel Picks
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If warm tones aren’t your taste, wintery pastels are<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/goodbye-green-and-red-holiday-spaces-that-put-pastels-in-the-spotlight-1934406/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> also totally a thing</a> — and they’re another way to enhance the cozy factor in your bedroom. The key to keeping pastel design ideas warm and comforting? Choose light (not candy-coloured) shades in soft textures.Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterPastel Picks
PHOTO 2 of 15READ LESS -If warm tones aren’t your taste, wintery pastels are<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/goodbye-green-and-red-holiday-spaces-that-put-pastels-in-the-spotlight-1934406/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> also totally a thing</a> — and they’re another way to enhance the cozy factor in your bedroom. The key to keeping pastel design ideas warm and comforting? Choose light (not candy-coloured) shades in soft textures.Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Plush Ideas
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All colour aside, it’s always a good idea to have cozier bedding options in the cooler months. Choose sheets and blankets in soft flannel or velvet for the luxurious, comfy feel you’ll crave in fall and winter. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/thanksgiving-halloween-fall-decor-under-100-1932190/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From Thanksgiving to Halloween: Fall Decor for Under $100</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterPlush Ideas
PHOTO 3 of 15READ LESS -All colour aside, it’s always a good idea to have cozier bedding options in the cooler months. Choose sheets and blankets in soft flannel or velvet for the luxurious, comfy feel you’ll crave in fall and winter. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/thanksgiving-halloween-fall-decor-under-100-1932190/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From Thanksgiving to Halloween: Fall Decor for Under $100</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Go Big
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If a retreat-like bedroom is your goal, fast-track the process by throwing a comfy blanket in a thick, chunky knit into your design. Chunky-knit textiles are an easy way to add texture, warmth and eye-catching cozy appeal to your bedroom.Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterGo Big
PHOTO 4 of 15READ LESS -If a retreat-like bedroom is your goal, fast-track the process by throwing a comfy blanket in a thick, chunky knit into your design. Chunky-knit textiles are an easy way to add texture, warmth and eye-catching cozy appeal to your bedroom.Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Pile on the Pillows
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We all need a soft place to rest our heads at the end of the day, so give yourself a comfier spot to rest and recharge by adding a few super-plush pillows to your bedroom decor in the winter. Need an example? This <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/photos/how-save-my-reno-makes-a-second-floor-spacious-in-a-victorian-home-1937221/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pillow-rich <em>Save My Reno</em> bedroom </a>from Samantha Pynn and Sebastian Clovis offers a master class in cozy style.Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterPile on the Pillows
PHOTO 5 of 15READ LESS -We all need a soft place to rest our heads at the end of the day, so give yourself a comfier spot to rest and recharge by adding a few super-plush pillows to your bedroom decor in the winter. Need an example? This <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/photos/how-save-my-reno-makes-a-second-floor-spacious-in-a-victorian-home-1937221/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pillow-rich <em>Save My Reno</em> bedroom </a>from Samantha Pynn and Sebastian Clovis offers a master class in cozy style.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Comfort’s Afoot
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Cold feet ruining that restful feeling? Warm up hardwood or laminate bedroom floors for the season by strategically <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/how-to-decorate-with-area-rugs-1932131/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">adding an area rug</a> (or a few) to the space. Remember: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/can-you-believe-these-area-rugs-are-under-100-1936089/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">area rugs don’t have to be expensive</a> to make an impact on a room’s comfort level.Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterComfort’s Afoot
PHOTO 6 of 15READ LESS -Cold feet ruining that restful feeling? Warm up hardwood or laminate bedroom floors for the season by strategically <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/how-to-decorate-with-area-rugs-1932131/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">adding an area rug</a> (or a few) to the space. Remember: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/can-you-believe-these-area-rugs-are-under-100-1936089/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">area rugs don’t have to be expensive</a> to make an impact on a room’s comfort level.Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Layer Lessons
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As nice as it would be to totally change your furniture to suit the season, that’s not really realistic for most of us — but you <em>can</em> seasonally enhance the comfort factor of your furniture by playing with texture. Layer comfy materials like faux fur, knit throws and other soft textiles on chairs, benches and ottomans to help your year-round bedroom furniture live its coziest life for the season. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/outdoors/photos/use-your-balcony-fall-and-winter-1941878/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond Summer Hangouts: 15 Tips on How to Use Your Balcony All Fall and Winter</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterLayer Lessons
PHOTO 7 of 15READ LESS -As nice as it would be to totally change your furniture to suit the season, that’s not really realistic for most of us — but you <em>can</em> seasonally enhance the comfort factor of your furniture by playing with texture. Layer comfy materials like faux fur, knit throws and other soft textiles on chairs, benches and ottomans to help your year-round bedroom furniture live its coziest life for the season. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/outdoors/photos/use-your-balcony-fall-and-winter-1941878/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond Summer Hangouts: 15 Tips on How to Use Your Balcony All Fall and Winter</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Keep Extras (Stylishly) on Hand
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Fall evening weather can be hard to predict, so storing a few extra blankets close to your bed is a convenient way to stay cozy — and it can also be an opportunity to add an extra element of decor to your bedroom. For example, in <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/scotts-vacation-house-rules/photos/scott-mcgillivray-transforms-a-run-down-cottage-into-a-pet-friendly-rental-paradise-1938558/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this bedroom from <em>Scott’s Vacation Home Rules</em></a>, Scott McGillivray and designer Debra Salmoni added a chic ladder beside the bed for stowing a spare blanket. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/photos/bedroom-decor-tips-better-sleep-1922306/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">6 Bedroom Decor Tips That Will Ensure You Get a Better Sleep</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterKeep Extras (Stylishly) on Hand
PHOTO 8 of 15READ LESS -Fall evening weather can be hard to predict, so storing a few extra blankets close to your bed is a convenient way to stay cozy — and it can also be an opportunity to add an extra element of decor to your bedroom. For example, in <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/scotts-vacation-house-rules/photos/scott-mcgillivray-transforms-a-run-down-cottage-into-a-pet-friendly-rental-paradise-1938558/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this bedroom from <em>Scott’s Vacation Home Rules</em></a>, Scott McGillivray and designer Debra Salmoni added a chic ladder beside the bed for stowing a spare blanket. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/photos/bedroom-decor-tips-better-sleep-1922306/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">6 Bedroom Decor Tips That Will Ensure You Get a Better Sleep</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Fall for Foliage
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While decorating with flowers is obvious in the spring and summer, it’s just as stylish in colder months. Fill a vase with in-season florals and foliage in rich autumnal colours to bring botanical vibes to your cozy fall bedroom design. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/plants-that-flower-in-winter-1921590/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Indoor and Outdoor Plants That Will Flower in the Winter</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterFall for Foliage
PHOTO 9 of 15READ LESS -While decorating with flowers is obvious in the spring and summer, it’s just as stylish in colder months. Fill a vase with in-season florals and foliage in rich autumnal colours to bring botanical vibes to your cozy fall bedroom design. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/plants-that-flower-in-winter-1921590/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Indoor and Outdoor Plants That Will Flower in the Winter</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Bring in More Light
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<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/lighting-trends-transform-a-room-1917503/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lighting</a> is always an important element of any bedroom design — but it’s especially important during the months when they days are shorter and there’s less natural light. By incorporating multiple light options like ceiling lights, a standing lamp and a bedside lamp (like Jonathan and Drew Scott did in <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers-forever-home/photos/modern-and-transitional-stylish-his-and-his-details-1941966/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this <em>Property Brothers: Forever Home</em> bedroom design</a>), you can easily create the perfect lighting scheme on darker days.Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterBring in More Light
PHOTO 10 of 15READ LESS -<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/lighting-trends-transform-a-room-1917503/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lighting</a> is always an important element of any bedroom design — but it’s especially important during the months when they days are shorter and there’s less natural light. By incorporating multiple light options like ceiling lights, a standing lamp and a bedside lamp (like Jonathan and Drew Scott did in <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers-forever-home/photos/modern-and-transitional-stylish-his-and-his-details-1941966/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this <em>Property Brothers: Forever Home</em> bedroom design</a>), you can easily create the perfect lighting scheme on darker days.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Light Therapy
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Sometimes, your home design can make a positive difference in unexpected ways. The lack of sunlight exposure that comes with shorter days, for example, can contribute to <a href="https://www.slice.ca/fighting-sad-a-self-care-checklist-for-the-winter-blues/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">seasonal affective disorder (SAD)</a> — a diagnosable depressive disorder that occurs seasonally and can affect how you feel. To help <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/home-set-up-for-seasonal-affective-disorder-1932338/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">counter SAD in your home</a> and your bedroom, investing in special lights that simulate natural light might be worth considering.Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterLight Therapy
PHOTO 11 of 15READ LESS -Sometimes, your home design can make a positive difference in unexpected ways. The lack of sunlight exposure that comes with shorter days, for example, can contribute to <a href="https://www.slice.ca/fighting-sad-a-self-care-checklist-for-the-winter-blues/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">seasonal affective disorder (SAD)</a> — a diagnosable depressive disorder that occurs seasonally and can affect how you feel. To help <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/home-set-up-for-seasonal-affective-disorder-1932338/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">counter SAD in your home</a> and your bedroom, investing in special lights that simulate natural light might be worth considering.Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Go With the Grain
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As <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/tags/alison-victoria/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alison Victoria</a> from <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/rock-the-block/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Rock the Block</em></a> showed with a custom wood-panelled accent wall in <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/photos/favourite-bedroom-renovations-from-hgtv-shows-1932699/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this stunning master bedroom</a>, incorporating wood into a bedroom brings stylish drama and cozy charm to a room. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/ways-to-incorporate-wood-in-bathroom-1920101/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inspiring Ways to Incorporate Wood Into a Bathroom</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterGo With the Grain
PHOTO 12 of 15READ LESS -As <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/tags/alison-victoria/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alison Victoria</a> from <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/rock-the-block/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Rock the Block</em></a> showed with a custom wood-panelled accent wall in <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/photos/favourite-bedroom-renovations-from-hgtv-shows-1932699/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this stunning master bedroom</a>, incorporating wood into a bedroom brings stylish drama and cozy charm to a room. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/ways-to-incorporate-wood-in-bathroom-1920101/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Inspiring Ways to Incorporate Wood Into a Bathroom</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Woodsy Accents
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The real thing isn’t always better. In fact, just the <em>look</em> of wood can bring subtle comfort to a bedroom’s design. As <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/photos/how-save-my-reno-turns-a-tight-basement-into-an-airy-guest-suite-1936493/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this <em>Save My Reno</em> bedroom</a> from Samantha Pynn and Sebastian Clovis shows, a focal wall with a wood-inspired <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/bold-print-wallpaper-ideas-1923882/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">wallpaper</a> is a cozy bedroom decor idea. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/winter-decor-according-to-zodiac-sign-1934090/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Winter Home Decor Ideas, According to Your Zodiac Sign</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterWoodsy Accents
PHOTO 13 of 15READ LESS -The real thing isn’t always better. In fact, just the <em>look</em> of wood can bring subtle comfort to a bedroom’s design. As <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/photos/how-save-my-reno-turns-a-tight-basement-into-an-airy-guest-suite-1936493/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this <em>Save My Reno</em> bedroom</a> from Samantha Pynn and Sebastian Clovis shows, a focal wall with a wood-inspired <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/bold-print-wallpaper-ideas-1923882/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">wallpaper</a> is a cozy bedroom decor idea. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/winter-decor-according-to-zodiac-sign-1934090/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Winter Home Decor Ideas, According to Your Zodiac Sign</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Winter Windowsill
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Small details can go a long way towards tweaking the feel of a space for the season. Adding touches of warm seasonal decor (like autumnal florals, richly hued art or other season-right accents) to a curated shelf or windowsill is a simple way to set a cozy mood for the months ahead. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/thanksgiving-halloween-fall-decor-under-100-1932190/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From Thanksgiving to Halloween: Fall Decor for Under $100</a>Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterWinter Windowsill
PHOTO 14 of 15READ LESS -Small details can go a long way towards tweaking the feel of a space for the season. Adding touches of warm seasonal decor (like autumnal florals, richly hued art or other season-right accents) to a curated shelf or windowsill is a simple way to set a cozy mood for the months ahead. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/thanksgiving-halloween-fall-decor-under-100-1932190/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">From Thanksgiving to Halloween: Fall Decor for Under $100</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Curtain Call
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Window treatments are a great way to give your bedroom decor a cozy boost by layering texture into the space. In colder months, try curtains that are a little thicker and more solid than the breezy, gauzy designs you might prefer in the spring. In <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/photos/save-my-reno-builds-a-rustic-guest-retreat-in-a-bare-basement-1937193/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this <em>Save My Reno</em> transformation</a> from Samantha Pynn and Sebastian Clovis, solid cornflower-blue curtains bring warmth and visual dimension to a basement bedroom.Bedrooms15 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Make Your Space Cozy for Autumn and WinterCurtain Call
PHOTO 15 of 15READ LESS -Window treatments are a great way to give your bedroom decor a cozy boost by layering texture into the space. In colder months, try curtains that are a little thicker and more solid than the breezy, gauzy designs you might prefer in the spring. In <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/save-my-reno/photos/save-my-reno-builds-a-rustic-guest-retreat-in-a-bare-basement-1937193/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this <em>Save My Reno</em> transformation</a> from Samantha Pynn and Sebastian Clovis, solid cornflower-blue curtains bring warmth and visual dimension to a basement bedroom.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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