5 easy ways to refresh your home for spring this weekend – without spending a thing
A spring reset doesn’t need to cost a thing – these easy updates will make your home feel lighter and calmer
There’s nothing like the clock change and the lighter days to inspire a spring refresh at home and the Easter weekend is the perfect time to begin.
The good news? A few simple tweaks can make all the difference, with no need to spend a penny.
Below, the Country Living team share their own top tips for making your home feel lighter, calmer and ready for the new season...
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Swap cushions, throws or artwork between rooms for an instant refresh. “A great way to refresh a space is to rework what you already have,” says style & interiors editor Alaina Binks.
“Swapping pieces between rooms can completely change the mood – it helps you see familiar things in a fresh light.”
Open the windows wide
In other words 'burping your home', a proper burst of fresh spring air can completely reset a space.
“Fresh air is one of the simplest ways to reset a home,” says Sarah Keady, group style and interiors director. “Opening the windows wide, even for a short time, can make a space feel cleaner, lighter and more energised.”
Rearrange rooms to catch the light
“Natural light can completely shift the mood of a room,” says houses editor Daisy Bendall. “Even a small change in layout can make a space feel brighter, softer and more inviting.”
Bring the outdoors in
Fill jars with cut greenery, herbs or flowers from the garden.
“Bringing a little of the outside in is a lovely way to mark the change in season,” says editor Vicky Carlisle. “A few sprigs of greenery or blossom dotted around the house can lift a room and add a fresh, natural feel.”
Declutter your surfaces
“Editing your surfaces is an easy way to bring a sense of calm into your home,” says Michele Jameson, editor of Country Living's Vintage Home.
“Clearing back and choosing just a few meaningful pieces allows each one to stand out – and makes a space feel lighter and more relaxed.”
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