Do you want to change your bedroom but not do a big makeover? I have ideas to help! I made a list of 40 bedroom refresh ideas you can do to make your room look new again.
Many of these ideas use things you already have or can get cheap from the dollar store. I picked things that change your room’s appearance without costing a lot or being too hard. Some ideas add your own style. Some make your room neater or cozier.
Here are all 40 ideas listed so you can see what you like. Pick a few things to try this weekend. Even small changes help your room feel fresh! You’ll be happy in your space again.
Some things on the list rearrange furniture or add pictures. Others hang curtains or string up lights. There are ideas for your bed like new sheets or pillows too. You can also organize your toys and closet or clear away mess. Painting a wall or adding plants are other options.
Look through everything and find 2-3 easy things to do. Ask a parent or friend to help if needed. Soon your bedroom will feel new and you’ll love being in there even more!
1. Change Your Sheets and Blankets
Taking off your old sheets and putting on new ones is easy. Pick sheets with bright colors or fun pictures to make your bed look happy. Check stores for sheet sets that are washed soft. Ask mom or dad to help you if the sheets are hard to put on.
2. Move Your Furniture
Your bed, side tables and dresser don’t need to stay in the same spots. Try putting them in new places around your room. See what looks good! You can push your bed under the window or against a different wall. Move side tables closer to or farther from the bed. Make your room feel new!
3. Add Pictures Above Your Bed
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Hang up pictures, drawings or shelves on the wall over your bed. Dollar stores have cheap frames. Put up photos of family and friends or drawings you made. You can also add stuffed animals or small toys to shelves. Stick pictures together with tape so they fill the space.
4. Make a Comfy Reading Corner
Pile pillows and blankets in one spot to make a cozy place to read. Put it next to a window or against the wall. Bring books, your tablet or stuffed animals to the corner. Don’t forget a lamp so you can see at nighttime. Curtains or a fluffy rug makes it feel like a secret hideout!
5. Organize Your Toys and Clothes
Put like things together so everything has a home. Toys go on shelves, in boxes or bins. Hang shirts and pants in your closet. This way your room won’t get messy and it’s easy to find what you want to play with. Your room will feel clean!
6. Paint One Wall a Bright Color
Choose a wall and paint it a new shade while leaving the others the same. Ask a parent or friend to help you so you don’t get paint on the floors. Picking a wall makes your room look different without too much work.
7. Hang Sheer or Colorful Curtains
Curtains by the window make it feel cozy. Pick patterns or colors that match your sheets. Clip curtains on a rod or tie them with rope so they frame the window. Curtains are cheap and easy to change when you want something new!
8. Put Up Shelves
Shelves on the walls give you more places to display your things. Ask mom or dad to help mount wooden planks or buy plastic shelf kits. These screw into the wall easily. Now you can see your favorite books, toys and pictures each day.
9. Add Artwork
Find pictures to print or color in yourself. Change what’s on the walls with the seasons. Dollar stores have picture frames that are fun to decorate. Hang up art using tape so it’s not hard to change.
10. Give the Walls a Coat of Paint
Bright paint colors help your room feel happy. Work in a well ventilated room, like outside or by an open window. Paint in one direction with long strokes. Make sure to wash brushes when finished so they’re clean for next time.
11. Swap Out Drawer Pulls
Replace plain round knobs with fun shaped ones. Thrift stores have mismatched knobs for cheap.
12. Add a Soft Rug
A fluffy rug by the bed or in front of furniture feels cozy on bare feet. Pick colors that match your room design.
13. String Up Twinkle Lights
Decorative battery lights along furniture or hung in jars add a gentle glow. Make sure to use batteries and turn them off when not in your room.
14. Get Fluffy Pillows
Stacking new cushy pillows on your bed makes it feel like a cloud! Pick different textures like fuzzy or smooth. Shapes and fabrics bring personality too.
15. Makeover Your Desk Area
Clean off your desk or dresser top. Add a fun pencil cup, decorative trays, sticker sheets or photos to inspire you when working or getting ready. Organize stationary so everything has an easy place. You’ll feel excited to do homework or art projects here now!
16. Include Greenery
Plants or leafy pictures bring nature indoors. Place real succulents on windowsills or shelves if you’re able to help water them. Opt for plastic if real plants aren’t good for your space. Either way, green leaves lighten up the room.
17. Change Window Coverings
Lightweight curtains or vertical blinds let you control sunlight. Tie back the curtains during the day to bring a fresh breeze in. Stylish blinds come in lots of modern colors. These cheap changes impact the overall look.
18. Decorate a Bulletin Board
Cork, fabric or magnetic boards give you a creative space to share you ideas. Pin up photos of friends, postcards from travels, to do lists or badges you’ve earned. Change what’s up seasonally by replacing pins.
19. Add Fun Wall Graphics
Vinyl word art, decals of animals, planets or shapes add personality with no damage to walls. Find styles you love then apply them near your bed or desk for motivation. Smooth them on and peel off easily if you want to update the look.
20. Feature What You Enjoy Collecting
Group similar items like rocks, stickers or stamps on open shelves. Rotate pieces in and out by season. Friends and family can enjoy seeing your unique collections too!
21. Try a New Lamp or Lights
Swapping ceiling fixtures, table lamps or sconces revamps the entire vibe. Choose a brand and shape that suits your style – maybe bold colors or natural woodgrain. Full spectrum bulbs support focus and relaxation.
22. Add Seating at the End of Your Bed
A decorative bench, armchair or ottoman provides extra comfortable spots to sit and hang out. Slip cushions on top and tuck blankets behind for a displayed look. Plants or books can occupy the seat too when not in use.
23. Spiff Up Old Furniture
Dressers, shelves and bed frames get new life after a fresh coat of paint in your favorite color. Remove any hardware first and use sturdy brushes made for painting wood. Ask an adult if you need help with anything.
24. Build a Cozy Headboard
Plank board and cushions make a custom headboard you installed to match your style. Get creative with fabric, buttons and string lights for the perfect finishing touch to your bed space.
25. Try Out a Large Mirror
An oversized mirror takes up wall space and optically enlarges the room. Hang it near windows to reflect natural light. Prop against the wall until confident it’s level.
26. Add Pizzazz with Contact Paper
Turn ordinary Drawers into a statement piece overnight by applying peel and stick paper. Pick coordinated designs that you love or mix it up with a collage pattern. Change the look by season!
27. Update Handles and Pulls
Spruce up old furniture by replacing boring knobs with shiny metal, ornate ceramics or other dimensional drawer pulls. Scan thrift stores for unique mismatched pairs.
28. Add a Bean Bag or Pouf
Fill pillow-size seat cushions with plastic pellets for extra lounging spots. Cool colors and prints invigoratequiet time in your nook.
29. Divide Big Empty Spaces
Floating driftwood shelves, hanging plants or a framed artwork collection fill lifeless areas. Consider locations and weight limits before installation.
30. Stock Up on Snuggly Blankets
Soft faux fur, plush woven or knitted throws give cozy options for all seasons near your bed.
31. Get a Hamper or Basket
Laundry and toys clutter less with baskets sectioned by type. Patterned ones double as extra decor pieces too!
32. Declutter Under the Bed
Use plastic storage boxes on wheels to stash out of season items under there. Label lids so contents are easy to find.
33. Switch Up Your Clock
Playful nightlight clocks, natural wood styles or globe projections add personality to your nightstand without costing much.
34. Set the Mood with Fragrance
Scented candles, wax tarts or diffusers in clean, fresh scents like lavender lift spirits. Ensure safe handling and adult supervision.
35. Do a Declutter
Go through stuff, donate unworn clothes, and find homes for knickknacks to remove visual overload. Throw garbage right away so you can finally see your floor!
36. Wash Soft Touches
From sheets and blankets to curtains, a deep clean in the washing machine revives fabrics. Hang to dry for fluffy freshness.
37. Upgrade Electronics Spots
A wall-mounted charging station or customized coffee table dock keeps devices, headphones and controllers organized yet accessible.
38. Customize Shoe Storage
Under bed compartments, fabric bins labeled by day or racks save shoe boxes from piling up. Non-slip liners within keep pairs together.
39. Switch Out Trinkets
Swapping framed photos, stacked books and knickknacks biannually refreshes visual interest. Donate old items to bring joy elsewhere.
40. Plump Up Pillows Often
Fluff and sort through regularly to maintain maximum comfort levels. Dresser-top baskets corral stray pillows back to the bed.
Conclusion
I hope you found some ideas in the list that you want to try! Even small changes like new lights or bed stuff can make your room feel new. Don’t forget to change things up over time – it keeps your space from getting boring.
Pick a few easy ideas to do this weekend. Choose things you really like. Taking photos before and after can motivate you. Have fun making your bedroom your own cozy place! Also, check our other post. It discusses different interior design styles that will make your home stand out.
You don’t need to do it all at once. Do some things now and some later. Ask for help if you need it. Slowly your room will look better and better. Soon you’ll love being in there! Thanks for looking at these ideas to make your bedroom feel fresh!
