Transitioning to Winter from Fall Design

Friday, November 17th, 2017

Colder conditions are right around the corner so this is the time to prepare your home for the sub-zero temperatures. There are so many things to do and check so here is a short checklist –

• Clean the leaves out of the gutter.
• Weatherstrip the windows and doors. Apply caulking as well.
• Replace any missing, damaged or loose shingles which could lead to leaks during winter storms.
• Repair any leaking parts of the roof and have tree branches removed as these could get weighed down with snow.
• Turn off the faucets that are installed outdoors as these can burst when frozen.
• Have your irrigation system drained.
• Check if your roofing system is still capable of sustaining the weight of heavy snowfalls.
• Make sure that your attic is well-ventilated so that ice dams do not form. Have a water repellent sheath installed under your roof.
• Tune the heating system. You will need a lot more than the fireplaces in your home to stay warm this coming winter.

Once you’ve done all of the above, it’s time to set up the design for your home as you subtly transition from fall to winter.

Winter Colors

Here are five suggestions on how you can expertly do this transition. These colors will match the wall paint colors, home furnishings, wallpaper, and other design elements. You can be stylish both fall and winter as you choose these hues.

First, light blue colors such as turquoise and sky blue are favorite tones for winter decorators. Create a more spacious room as early as fall then just wait for the season to transition.

These light blue hues also blend well with greens. Vibrant turquoise and pale blue tones are trendy colors for fall and winter because they add freshness and they also look great with other paint colors. Green and sky blue are also amazing hues to choose from.

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Comfy Textiles

Find soft accessories complete with the most comfortable cashmere, flannel or wool sheets. Cotton quilts are the star of winter interiors. You can opt to have them draped at the back of the sofa if you intend to use them in the living room or just spread it all over the bed when you want it to keep you warm throughout the winter nights.

Knitted stuff are also default decorative elements during winter. Instead of the usual weaves used during fall, slowly transition to cable-knits.

There are many forms of textiles which would look great this upcoming winter. Faux fur is a form that’s amazing when used on seats. Sheepskin rugs also offer awesome warm underfoot.

Timeless Wood

During cold weather, it would be useful for your home to have wood elements. These offer the much-needed warming effects. Wood panels and flooring create a warmer impact more than any other design element, however, you can also swap the wooden elements with a mere tree stump if you’re feeling artistic. This is a simple rustic solution that’s easy to create.

Offer warm beverages to everyone as you also gather around the fireplace. Of course, it would be lovelier to watch the flickering wood.

Speak of fireplaces, this is one of the most amazing places to socialize at during fall to winter. A fireplace is a natural focal point so you won’t even have to try hard to create a statement. Now all you have to worry about is how to create your own style and patterns using this awesome piece de resistance.

Light Up with Candles

What could be warmer than the flickering light given off by candles? Candles are especially calming and their glow offers a romantic but at the same time, a festive element to your design.

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