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While January may have you longing to makeover your home (new year, new look), it may also have you watching your wallet due to all your holiday spending. Don’t worry, we got you covered. Here are seven ways to give your living room a makeover for less than $100.
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How to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100
January 4, 2019
While January may have you longing to makeover your home (new year, new look), it may also have you watching your wallet due to all your holiday spending. Don’t worry, we got you covered. Here are seven ways to give your living room a makeover for less than $100.
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Paint
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Depending on the size of your living room, you may not be able to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/samantha-pynn/photos/this-incredible-home-makeover-proves-the-power-of-paint-1051710/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">paint the entire room</a> for less than $100. However, you can always paint a statement wall, freshen up the trim and window frames, give new life (and new colour) to a coffee table or TV stand and much, much more.Living RoomsHow to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100Paint
PHOTO 1 of 7READ LESS -Depending on the size of your living room, you may not be able to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/samantha-pynn/photos/this-incredible-home-makeover-proves-the-power-of-paint-1051710/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">paint the entire room</a> for less than $100. However, you can always paint a statement wall, freshen up the trim and window frames, give new life (and new colour) to a coffee table or TV stand and much, much more.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Pillows or Rug
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Add a pop of colour to the living room with a new rug or some throw pillows or blankets. If you plan on painting a statement wall in the space, you can always bring your new pillows or rug into the hardware store. They’ll match the wall colour paint to your living room’s new accessories.Living RoomsHow to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100Pillows or Rug
PHOTO 2 of 7READ LESS -Add a pop of colour to the living room with a new rug or some throw pillows or blankets. If you plan on painting a statement wall in the space, you can always bring your new pillows or rug into the hardware store. They’ll match the wall colour paint to your living room’s new accessories.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Lighting
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While most <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/lighting-trends-transform-a-room-1917503/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">new light fixtures</a> will cost more than $100, you can always switch out the lamp shade for less than that. Also, sometimes you can find a deal on lighting fixtures if you shop second hand. Changing the light bulbs to something more energy efficient is also a smart fix.Living RoomsHow to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100Lighting
PHOTO 3 of 7READ LESS -While most <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/lighting-trends-transform-a-room-1917503/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">new light fixtures</a> will cost more than $100, you can always switch out the lamp shade for less than that. Also, sometimes you can find a deal on lighting fixtures if you shop second hand. Changing the light bulbs to something more energy efficient is also a smart fix.Photo Credit: Lauren MillerSource: lauren-miller.com
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Storage
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<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/living-rooms/photos/living-room-shelving-ideas-1919652/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Adding some shelving</a> or storage bins to your living room can make it feel like an entirely new space, as it’ll be more organized and less cluttered. A few floating shelves, some fabric bins or a small side table shouldn’t cost you more than $100. Store books, movies, kids’ toys and more.Living RoomsHow to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100Storage
PHOTO 4 of 7READ LESS -<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/living-rooms/photos/living-room-shelving-ideas-1919652/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Adding some shelving</a> or storage bins to your living room can make it feel like an entirely new space, as it’ll be more organized and less cluttered. A few floating shelves, some fabric bins or a small side table shouldn’t cost you more than $100. Store books, movies, kids’ toys and more.Photo Credit: Lauren MillerSource: lauren-miller.com
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Artwork
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While most artwork will cost you more than $100, creating a gallery wall with family photographs and small prints or postcards you’ve acquired can be relatively inexpensive. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/how-to-pick-art-for-every-room-1922988/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Living rooms are also a great space to showcase non-traditional artwork</a>. Think flags, horns or rugs.Living RoomsHow to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100Artwork
PHOTO 5 of 7READ LESS -While most artwork will cost you more than $100, creating a gallery wall with family photographs and small prints or postcards you’ve acquired can be relatively inexpensive. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/how-to-pick-art-for-every-room-1922988/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Living rooms are also a great space to showcase non-traditional artwork</a>. Think flags, horns or rugs.Photo Credit: Lauren KolynSource: www.laurenkolyn.com
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Plants
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A sure way to makeover your living room is to add some greenery. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/the-best-plant-for-every-room-in-your-home-1906809/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A few plants will add some colour</a> and cost less than $100. When picking what to buy, remember to consider how much light the room gets, as well as the level of maintenance it requires. We all don’t have a green thumb.Living RoomsHow to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100Plants
PHOTO 6 of 7READ LESS -A sure way to makeover your living room is to add some greenery. <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/the-best-plant-for-every-room-in-your-home-1906809/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">A few plants will add some colour</a> and cost less than $100. When picking what to buy, remember to consider how much light the room gets, as well as the level of maintenance it requires. We all don’t have a green thumb.Photo Credit: Lauren KolynSource: www.laurenkolyn.com
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Layout
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One <em>free</em> way to makeover your living room is to work with what you got. Rearrange the furniture to create an entirely new layout and space. Also, think about what furniture you have in other rooms in your house. Perhaps your new shelving is currently in your bedroom or kitchen!Living RoomsHow to Give Your Living Room a Makeover for Less Than $100Layout
PHOTO 7 of 7READ LESS -One <em>free</em> way to makeover your living room is to work with what you got. Rearrange the furniture to create an entirely new layout and space. Also, think about what furniture you have in other rooms in your house. Perhaps your new shelving is currently in your bedroom or kitchen!Photo Credit: Lauren MillerSource: lauren-miller.com
