As we head in the cooler months, we start to think about warming our homes. We could make our homes physically warmer by turning on the heat, tracking and blocking any loopholes and adding thick wool throws to wrap ourselves but we could also add warmth in much more subtle ways. Ways that are somewhat less literal but just as soothing to the psyche and soul.
Change your colour scheme:
Whilst sharp whites and cool blues operate beautifully in summer, swapping them out for warm hues will create cosier insides in the warmer months. This is really where slip-covered couches come into their own. Select white cotton covers for summer, and warm ecru or chocolate for winter. If you do not have slipcovers, you can obviously replace light scatter cushions with darker, more heavily textured ones and include toasty cable-knit throws.
Slippers:
It is a wonderful idea to slip off shoes in the front entrance, as it prevents a lot of dirt and germs being hauled to the home. Nonetheless, in the cooler months, hard flooring can be a bit cold on the feet. In this case, provide hotel-style or machine washable slippers for family and guests to make sure their feet stay warm.
Layered floors:
For similar reasons, layer floors with rugs. Whilst bare floors dotted with cotton rugs may be OK for summer -- in winter, you want something much more substantial. Thick, wool rugs function best. They feel beautiful underfoot and are comfortable for kids to play . Select warm tones in a shade or two lighter or darker than your couch.
Change your colour scheme:
Whilst sharp whites and cool blues operate beautifully in summer, swapping them out for warm hues will create cosier insides in the warmer months. This is really where slip-covered couches come into their own. Select white cotton covers for summer, and warm ecru or chocolate for winter. If you do not have slipcovers, you can obviously replace light scatter cushions with darker, more heavily textured ones and include toasty cable-knit throws.
Slippers:
It is a wonderful idea to slip off shoes in the front entrance, as it prevents a lot of dirt and germs being hauled to the home. Nonetheless, in the cooler months, hard flooring can be a bit cold on the feet. In this case, provide hotel-style or machine washable slippers for family and guests to make sure their feet stay warm.
Layered floors:
For similar reasons, layer floors with rugs. Whilst bare floors dotted with cotton rugs may be OK for summer -- in winter, you want something much more substantial. Thick, wool rugs function best. They feel beautiful underfoot and are comfortable for kids to play . Select warm tones in a shade or two lighter or darker than your couch.
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