Scary as it sounds, the countdown to Christmas is on. But before you cover your house in tinsel and twinkling fairy lights, how about embracing the beauty of autumn first?
Here the flooring experts at Carpet Style share some simple yet effective ways to transform your home and prepare for the chilly months ahead.
Decorate with pumpkins
Nothing screams HALLOWEEN like a trip to the pumpkin patch and picking out your favourite fancy dress costume for October 31st.
However, it’s a must to add a few strategically placed pumpkins (real or fake) on the doorstep outside and all around the house.
Feeling artistic? Painting or carving your pumpkin will make your home stand out this spooky season! Or you could make your own wreath for the front door, incorporating shades of red, brown, and orange.
Adorning your sofa with plush pumpkin pillows is another scarily good idea – especially if you’re planning on watching back-to-back horror movies or throwing a spooktacular party for friends.
Shine some light
To give your home a more autumnal feel, you could scatter lanterns and tealights on side tables and shelves or use LED candles that flicker like real ones.
Shades of amber, gold, and white are especially effective in evoking a sense of warmth. They can be easily incorporated into your interior through lighting fixtures, including pendants, chandeliers, floor lamps, or even fairy lights.
Add texture
Since the nights are drawing in thick and fast, making sure your home is every bit as stylish as it is cosy and warm is key.
Placing a rug or lying new carpet will not only enhance the comfort of your home throughout the cooler months of the year – providing underfoot comfort and a softer look – it will also make the space more inviting to guests.
Unsure what colour carpet or rug to go for?
Earthy and rich red tones are a classic choice – think deep burgundy or golden brown.
Although the weather might be pretty glum outside, warm yellows and oranges are sure to brighten up your interior, whilst staying in tune with the season.
Muted greens and greys are a popular option in the autumn, too – guaranteed to bring a sense of calmness before the Christmas chaos.
Choose dark and cosy wood
Deep shades of black, charcoal, and oak laminate flooring always work well at this time of year. They invoke a sense of mystery and warmth to your space – something that you and your family (including pets) will be grateful for in the coming months.
Plus, laminate floors are easy to clean, suitable for heavy foot traffic, and maintain their gorgeous look for years to come.
Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) floors in rich hues exude warmth and pair beautifully with earthy and warm colour schemes. These offer a timeless and welcoming aesthetic, and their ease of maintenance and excellent durability makes them perfect for busy households.
Herringbone works well in smaller rooms as the zig-zag pattern creates the illusion of a larger space. And as a result of the way it’s laid, it’s incredibly strong and resistant.
Ready to update your home this autumn?
These are just a few of the ways you can transform your home to bring it on-trend this season – there are, of course, many more.
To find out more about our fantastic flooring products, including our range of carpets, rugs, laminate, vinyl, and LVT flooring and the brands we stock, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Either call us on 0115 940 4110 or visit us in-store at our carpet shop in Netherfield, Nottingham.
