Moving into a new place can be such an exciting time in your life, but making the new walls that surround your belongings feel like home can be a daunting task. Here are a few expert tips from the Tjhoko Paint team on how to create a more homely atmosphere on a budget.
A fresh coat of paint in a colour that makes your heart swoon is the very first step we advise for a fresh start in your home-decor journey. Tjhoko Paint comes in a curated selection of trendy and classic colours, so choose shades that you loved using in your old home, you’re drawn to or that match current furniture pieces you own and love if this is your first home. Warm colours create inviting, cosy spaces and cooler hues create serenity and calm. If you are feeling unsure of where to start, earthy tones such as beige, cream, and warm grey are great choices as they complement most decor styles and can easily be built on by experimenting with assorted colours for bold accents or subtle pairings.
An accent wall is a terrific way to add a pop of colour to a room without overwhelming the space. Choose a bold colour or Tjhoko Paint technique for the accent wall, then coordinate the rest of the room’s decor around it.
Often, when moving to a new home, you’ll need to buy more furniture for use in the new house or buy smaller or larger furniture to fit better into your new space. Regardless of whether you are buying second hand or new, it can be difficult to achieve a truly unique feel in your home with mass-produced items. If you can’t find a desk in the perfect colour, just Tjhoko it to personalise the finish!
Or if your old bookcase, server or dining table is just not working in the new space, Tjhoko it! Upcycling and furniture makeovers with Tjhoko are very user friendly, whether this is your first project or if you’re an expert with a paint brush and roller! Our unique formula has a built-in primer and sealer, which means no sanding needed before, and no tedious waxing needed afterwards. In most cases, a thorough clean with lacquer thinners to remove any oil or dirt from the surface is all the preparation you need to begin making your new house feel like a home.
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