Here are five practical tips on how to make your living room feel cozy and more inviting.
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If you want to create a cozy and inviting living room but don’t know where to start, here are 5 practical tips you can apply, regardless of your decor style, to help you achieve this.
5 Tips on How to Make Your Living Room Cozy
Warm Lighting
When trying to create a cozy and warm living room, the first step is to take a look at the lighting. Lighting is extremely important and will help set the stage for a cozy atmosphere. Avoid harsh overhead lighting and instead, layer your lighting sources. Incorporate a variety of task lighting, such as a table lamp, floor lamp, and candles. The bulbs you use are equally important; stay away from cool white light bulbs. This color temperature is commonly found in office buildings, giving off a very cold and uninviting feel. Opt for warm white, around 3000k (kelvin). Remember, the higher the kelvin, the colder the light will be. I prefer buying my light bulbs from Amazon because they offer a wide range of options, and you can practically find any size bulb you need.
Pillows and Blankets
Pillows and soft blankets automatically make you feel cozy. You don’t need to have a ton of throw pillows on your couch to achieve coziness. Choose fabrics that are soft to the touch and incorporate throw blankets that will make you want to reach for them every time you sit and relax on your couch. I prefer purchasing a pillow insert and a pillow cover, which eliminates the need to store an excess of throw pillows.
TIP
Purchase a pillow insert that is smaller than your pillow cover. For example, your pillow cover is 24×24, your insert should be 26×26.
Plants
Add life to the space with plants! Plants instantly make a space cozy because they are living things. Another plus to adding plants is the opportunity to accessorize the space with beautiful pots and planters, adding yet another layer of coziness. Consider fresh flowers as well – while they can get costly, you can divide one bouquet and use a few vases to spread them around. If you’re looking to stretch the budget even more, consider investing in quality faux florals or greenery. Afloral has a beautiful selection, and I’ve also had some luck on Amazon.
Aromatherapy
Another easy way to add a cozy touch to your living room is by using scented candles or essential oils. Adding scent to your living room will take the cozy feel up another notch. We all love a space that smells nice, and surrounding yourself with a pleasant scent instantly gives you a mood boost.
Texture
Make your living room cozy by adding rugs! Not only does a rug provide warmth, but they also help make the space feel complete. Rugs add coziness by providing a layer between you and the floor. You’ll instantly see and feel how cozy your living room is by adding a rug.
Here are 15 affordable area rugs that you’ll love!
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-Nina
