Behind the Blinds

This is a big year for home renovations. Everyone is looking to renovate or spruce up their homes, which has driven up the costs of just about everything – from wood to labour. Luckily, we have a few tricks up our sleeves to help you redecorate and refresh your space without breaking the bank. Here are our best budget DIY spring décor tips.

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DIY Spring Décor Tips for the Win

If you’re looking to revamp your space, you don’t need to break down walls or reinvent the wheel. You’d be surprised how the slightest changes can make a huge difference. Keep it simple and you’ll be amazed by how different your home looks with minimal investment.

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Learn to add texture to your home décor style so you can add more character to your design project. If your room hinges on neutral tones or you’re aiming for a monochromatic look, learning how to add texture to your home décor style can help keep the whole space from looking bland. Keep reading for a few tips on subtle ways to incorporate more texture into your room.

Mix and Match Throw Pillow Finishes

Contrasting colours in a room is important, but the same goes for texture. Look for throw pillows with unique stitching, tassels, faux fur materials, or even beading to add texture to your home decor style. The mix of textures can help make your throw pillows really pop and make the whole room look more vibrant – even if you’re working with a monochromatic colour scheme.

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Have you been debating between moving and renovating your home? With the current Canadian housing market, you’re not the only one trying to figure out what the best decision is. In many cases, renovating can be easier and more cost-effective. Here are our top five reasons that may help you decide whether to renovate or move.

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Making the decision to renovate your home is a huge undertaking. It can mean living in sawdust for months, relocating furniture – even relocating your family for a few months! But long-term, it can be the most cost-effective way to upgrade your living conditions.

Often enough, a mini overhaul can make a world of difference. But even if your home needs a major renovation, it may still cost you less than moving – in more ways than one. Here are a few things to consider that can help you decide whether to renovate or move.

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We’ve all been working from home, living with lockdowns, and have spent way more time at home this year than ever before. The more you hang around your space, the more you realize it’s time for a change! Here are some of our favourite home décor trends for 2021 that can totally transform your place.

Grey and Yellow Décor

Pantone named two colours of the year this year instead of only one. They are naming Ultimate Grey and Illuminating (a bright yellow shade) as their tops picks for home décor in 2021. We like the idea of sticking with grey for the most part and highlighting the room with a few yellow accents for a modest yet trendy look.

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