Thrifty Tips and Tricks for Home Decorating on a Budget ⋆ Habitat for Humanity Tucson

Keep your eyes peeled for one-of-a-kind items. Check out the art on the walls–and their frames–for a thrifty way to restyle your home. Know that with a fresh coat of paint or new hardware, you can totally transform found furniture into a centerpiece.

Plus, when you shop at the HabiStore you know your dollars are going right back into the community–building affordable homes for low-income families.

Envision an item in a different color.If love its shape or design, but you don’t like the color or decoration, try to envision it in a different color. Chances are it will make a vast improvement! Pick up some chalk paint, give the item one or two coats, and voila–you have a brand new home decor accessory to love.

Buying decor for a house or even just a room can easily become an expensive endeavor. However, we’re here to tell you that decorating on a budget is totally possible. Regardless of whether you live in a spacious loft in Dallas, TX, or a two-story home in Atlanta, GA, you can create a one-of-a-kind space that’s also easy on the wallet. The secret is to take a detour from the regular big-box stores and head to your local thrift or second-hand shop.

To learn how to decorate and furnish a home that’s uniquely yours, all without breaking the bank, check out this article we were recently featured in on Redfin.com! Thrifty Tips and Tricks for Home Decorating on a Budget

Take your time and search for items you may have overlooked.The secret is to walk slowly, look carefully, and take three laps around the store as you may not see everything on the first or the second lap.