{"id":6832,"date":"2024-05-26T18:09:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-26T17:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/?p=6832"},"modified":"2024-05-11T00:12:39","modified_gmt":"2024-05-10T23:12:39","slug":"25-easy-home-updates-part-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/tips-and-advice\/25-easy-home-updates-part-3","title":{"rendered":"25 easy home updates &#8211; part 3"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I believe in the power of a good spring clean and declutter to get ready for warmer summer days ahead. A spring revamp doesn\u2019t have to mean major renovations or big DIY projects &#8211; here are the final of my 25 quick and easy ways to update your home this spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ELMLEY-Natural-curved-rattan-easy-to-fit-ceiling-shade.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural materials are on trend this spring &#8211; they\u2019re durable, environmentally friendly, and look stylish. Whatever your interior design style, there is a natural material that will look amazing. Look for natural materials like bamboo, rattan and wicker when redesigning your home this spring. Baskets, chairs, and lighting are all great choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Colour drenching<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg-460x260.webp 460w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ad_farbentrends_colour_drenching_farrow_ball3.jpg.webp 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Colour drenched walls can be the single most effective and affordable way to transform a room this spring. Just paint the whole room from ceiling to skirting boards in one colour. It\u2019s a simple trick that will instantly modernise your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go maximalist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-of-Hackney-maximalist.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-of-Hackney-maximalist-1024x681.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-of-Hackney-maximalist-1024x681.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-of-Hackney-maximalist-300x199.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-of-Hackney-maximalist-768x510.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-of-Hackney-maximalist-1536x1021.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/House-of-Hackney-maximalist.webp 2001w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Maximalism is still a huge trend for 2024. I\u2019s all about expressing your personality and creative flair through your choice of colour, pattern, and accessories. Layering, texture and toning colours will create a space that is stylish yet comfortable to live in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get wallpapering!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Divine-Savages.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Divine-Savages.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5684\" style=\"width:839px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Divine-Savages.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Divine-Savages-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wallpaper adds instant style to your home and is really on trend this spring. There are so many styles available now and they are so affordable. Floral wallpaper works with any decorative style \u2013 whether it\u2019s vintage, retro or contemporary. Geometric prints give instant art deco glamour to bedrooms and bathrooms and nature-inspired papers will inject nature into your home all year round and instil a sense of serenity and calm. Wallpaper borders are also making a comeback but without the 80s vibe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make your kitchen island stand out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/mc-pink-classic-kitchen.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/mc-pink-classic-kitchen-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/mc-pink-classic-kitchen-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/mc-pink-classic-kitchen-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/mc-pink-classic-kitchen-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/mc-pink-classic-kitchen.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A big trend this spring is to paint your kitchen island in a contrasting shade to the rest of your kitchen. You can indulge your love of a bright colour without committing your whole kitchen to your favourite deep rhubarb or azure blue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Create a statement staircase&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Spacious-Hallway-With-Modern-Staircase-And-Luxurious-Decor.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Spacious-Hallway-With-Modern-Staircase-And-Luxurious-Decor-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6855\" style=\"width:843px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Spacious-Hallway-With-Modern-Staircase-And-Luxurious-Decor-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Spacious-Hallway-With-Modern-Staircase-And-Luxurious-Decor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Spacious-Hallway-With-Modern-Staircase-And-Luxurious-Decor-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Spacious-Hallway-With-Modern-Staircase-And-Luxurious-Decor-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Spacious-Hallway-With-Modern-Staircase-And-Luxurious-Decor.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Many houses in the UK have wooden staircases. Pull up the carpet and give the stairs a lick of paint. You can even paint a runner up the middle if you don\u2019t want to commit to painting the whole staircase. You can make a real statement by painting your stairs a beautiful bright colour like a bright pink or teal blue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jazz up an interior door<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pink-door.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"875\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pink-door.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pink-door.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pink-door-300x263.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Pink-door-768x672.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Painting just one side of a door can lift an otherwise boring room. Or how about just painting the edge of your door a gorgeous coral colour for a subtle take on the look? That must be the quickest DIY job for a spring weekend!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paint the inside of cupboards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/colourful-kitchen-cupboards.jpg.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clairstrong.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/colourful-kitchen-cupboards.jpg.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6856\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One trick I love is to paint the insides of display cabinets or cupboards a different colour to the doors. In a display cabinet a dark tone can really set off some of your favourite glasses and china. A bright colour inside a cupboard, can elevate your kitchen storage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope you have enjoyed reading my 25 quick and easy top tips to revamp your home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I believe in the power of a good spring clean and declutter to get ready for warmer summer days ahead. 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