If you let the room develop slowly, you're going to save yourself quite a bit of money. It always changes. Color is key Use colors that make your dollar go further. When it comes to higher ticket items that aren't going to be replaced often, choose a neutral color, Heeney says. A muted gray-green may be more versatile than a vivid grass green.
Color is important.
Reserve the more daring or trendy colors for your accessories, such as rugs, pillows and art, because these can be changed cheaply. If you don't know what colors to go with, Heeney suggests going to a fabric store and picking out fabric with colors you like and then carrying it with you when you shop. Or look in your closet and define the colors you feel you look good in, Wood says. Deck the walls When it comes to sprucing up a wall, paint is a cheap way to change a room. If you want to try a new color, Heeney suggests buying a pint of paint and brushing two coats on a section of the wall.