18 May Winter Warmers – How To Create A Cosy Vibe This Winter
Shorter days and colder weather can put a real damper on your mood and the comfort of your home. While you can’t change the season, you can design your home in a way that will help ensure you’ve got plenty of warmth, even in the coldest Winter. To help make this easier to achieve, we’ve outlined our top seven elements for achieving this below:
Plush Carpet
Stepping out of bed onto cold tiles or floorboards is arguably one of the worst aspects of Winter mornings. To avoid this, select a plush carpet for your bedrooms to maximise comfort and minimise the chill you feel on cold mornings.
Underfloor Heating
For areas that cannot be carpeted, underfloor heating is the perfect solution for keeping your feet nice and toasty throughout Winter. Underfloor heating can be installed in almost any room of the home and works well to make your place feel more inviting all day long. Just be sure to select underlays for your carpets and floorboards that are compatible with this wonderful invention so you don’t get left out in the cold.
The Right Underlay
Speaking of underlay, many options have thermal qualities which can help your home stay warmer for longer in Winter, while also providing a boost for your climate control in the hotter months. While underlay is not insulation, and should never be used as a substitute, it can help enhance the effectiveness of your home’s insulation, something that is particularly important given that a significant amount of heat transference in the home happens through your floors.
Area Rugs
Area rugs are an ideal solution when you want to define zones or highlight a space within your room. They’re comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and easy to switch out if you want to change your style up a bit. Select plush, eye-catching rugs for spaces with lower foot traffic, and more durable options for frequently used zones like the entryway and living spaces. You can even get rugs that are suitable for your kitchen and bathroom, making them a key element for bringing warmth to your home in the cooler months.
Thick Curtains
Thick curtains don’t just look good, they also help to insulate your space and create a warm vibe. While this design element won’t work for all styles, if they fit the vibe of your home, thick curtains are definitely a must-have for the Winter season.
Comforting Layers
Layering in Winter isn’t just for your clothes. By layering elements within your space you’ll add a sense of depth and build a more comfortable feeling. Think cushions on sofas, throw blankets on ottomans and textured mats for the tops of cabinets.
Don’t Forget The Finishing Touches
Finally, the quickest way to add comfort and warmth to your space is to make it reflect your personality. When you feel good in your home, you’ll naturally relax more easily, which is key to unwinding at the end of a long day. For this reason, don’t forget to add trinkets, artwork and decorations that enhance the feeling of homeliness, even if they don’t serve a practical function.
So there you have it, our top seven elements that will help you create a cosy vibe in your home this winter. Reach out to our friendly team if you’d like support in selecting the right underlay, or stop by your local flooring retailer if you’re ready to get started with purchasing and installation.