We've thought of some of the reasons you might use as an excuse, if you have to have one, to justify changing the paint on the walls, the window treatments, or buying new furniture. Which one works for you?
Just Because You Want To
I can't think of a better reason to redecorate a room or a home. Having a fresh look to your home can be a real spirit lifter and can help you feel new. Not everyone can do it "just because," but just about everyone can do little things, one at a time. Before you know it, you'll have a new space for no reason at all besides the fact that you want to.
You Just Moved Into a New House
Why would you want to live in a home that someone else has decorated for their life? I sure wouldn't. Each time I've moved into a new home, the first thing I want to do is make it mine. And I do that by painting or wallpapering the walls and making new draperies or curtains to match the furniture or bedding that I've brought with me.
You're Getting Ready to Move Out
Many people put off decorating their home until it comes time to sell. Then they realize that they really have to do something about the dingy paint and carpet before they can sell it. While a total makeover may not be necessary, moving time is a great time to dress up a home that's been neglected. The house will sell faster and you'll get a better price for it if things are updated and fresh.
Your Kids Have Moved Out
It's sometimes called the "empty nest syndrome." The kids have moved out. You don't need indestructible furniture or industrial-grade flooring any more. Have you always wanted white carpet? Do you want a canopy bed but thought the kids would make fun of you? How about a Jacuzzi tub in the bedroom? Or are you ready to give up the extra bedroom to make room for a walk-in closet just for you? Here's your chance!
You Can't Stand Your Childhood Room and Need to Help it Grow Up
Lots of young people move back in with Mom and Dad after graduation from college-not because they want to or because Mom and Dad want them to. It's just an economic fact that having your own place is beyond the financial reality for many young people. But that doesn't mean that just because you can't have your own place you can't make your space reflect the new adult you. Get rid of the high school sports trophies, the cheerleader pompoms, the collection of teddy bears or collection of model cars. Decorating this space for the more mature person you are. It can help you move from childhood to adulthood without ever leaving home.
If you feel you need a legitimate reason to redecorate your home, you might be able to use one of these excuses.
You've Gotten Suddenly Single and Want to Have a Whole New Life
Have you've lost your spouse or found yourself single due to divorce after years of marriage? Once you get used to the fact that you're alone, now is the time to get your home just the way you want it. Take out everything you don't want any more and get it out of the house. See what space you have, how you can use what's still there, and decide what you need to do to make the space your own private haven.
You Want to Do Something Really Wild
When my younger daughter came home from college, we needed to do something with her room. It had been decorated as a quiet guest room while she was away. But we knew that she wouldn't be home for very long. Her life would take her somewhere soon. We used this opportunity to decorate a room with raspberry/blood red walls and it was fantastic. We probably wouldn't have been so bold if we knew she'd be around for a long time, but for a short time we could choose something really different. We added some bold Caribbean print fabrics and the room was a great success.
You've Just Gotten a Chunk of Money
Whether it's through an inheritance or a nice bonus from work, it's great to have an unplanned chunk of money come your way. And if you don't have a pile of bills to pay, you can really have fun redecorating. Don't get carried away, though. Once the money's gone, there won't be any more. So plan carefully.
You Love a New Fabric That You Saw in a Decorator Store
Have you ever been out looking for a pair of new jeans and happened upon a furniture store with a room decorated just the way you love? Or seen draperies in a fabric store that are just what you've always wanted? My advice is this: -when you find something that you love, go for it! Don't put off making the change. Be brave and take the plunge. You may never find anything that you'll like more, and if you don't do it now, you may be disappointed later.
You've Inherited Some Antiques and They Don't Go With What You Have
Have you lived in a new, modern home for a while? And now you've inherited some valuable antiques and sentimental pieces from your grandparents? If you really want to incorporate the older pieces, you might have to make some changes to lighting, window treatments, even furniture arrangements, to make the most of what you've received and show them off to the best advantage.
Whatever reason works for you, go for it. Change your space to be just what you want. You'll have fun redecorating, the new space will reflect your personality, and you'll love it for years to come.
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