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Expert tips for giving your home a spring refresh
It’s time to treat your home to a seasonal switch. Let in the light and bring on the style with our designer tips and tricks.
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Floral patterns feel so spring-like; bring the outdoors in with colour flower patterns and floral scents.
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'Opt for patterned bed linen inspired by nature,' says interior designer Amelia Carter.
'Choose botanical print to make a style statement, and layer textures and combine different fabrics.'
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Use wallpaper in small spaces, such as alcoves or bookshelves to add a surprising touch.
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'Add brightly coloured accessories to neutral rooms to refresh your look with minimal effort,' says Pip Prinsloo, head designer at John Lewis.
'Cushions and throws in a vivid hue deliver high impact.'
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Take inspiration from Moroccan souks and Turkish bazaars – these textures and patterns are timeless and work well in any room.
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Add a rug to instantly update your room – bold patterns will create a fresh feel.
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Bright colours have maximum impact – smart pastels such as pink, cornflour blue or sage green are all good choices.
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'Think texture for the floor… thick, plush carpet is perfect for bedrooms and linen carpet will create an up-to-date Scandi look in living rooms,' says Heather Macmillan, buying manager from Carpetright.
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Go for neutral shades to create a classic look that won’t date.
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'Velvet is on trend this season, and cushions in pastel shades look luxurious on a bed or sofa,' says Lucy Ackroyd, design manager for Christy.
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Iron bed linen to ensure it looks as neat, fresh and inviting as possible.
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Spring nights can be chilly, so layer your bed with knitted throws.
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Replace winter fabrics with natural linen to mark the changing of the season.
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'A fresh coat of paint is the cheapest and simple way to transform any living space,' says Martin Waller from Andrew Martin Interior Design.
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Bring spring into your house with vases of flowers.
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