Mirrors can bring a style statement to a dull room, and also make a really effective way to fill a room with light. Experiment with mirrors on different walls to see if reflected light can make a small room look bigger, a trick that is particularly useful in small and dark bathrooms. Also consider using mirror tiles to instantly brighten up a wall.

Rugs can be pricey, but they can transform a boring stretch of carpet. Head to your local carpet shop and ask for leftover cuttings of light and cheerful carpet pieces. These can be an excellent way to transform an area surrounded by sofas, or along a dark hallway floor.

Updating living rooms or bedrooms can be costly, but simple changes can be effective. New cushions and matching throws can instantly transform a tired looking room, and provide colour to neutral areas.

Coloured wall tiles can completely revamp a boring bathroom or out-dated kitchen, creating instant brightness and cheer. If you don’t feel confident enough trying your hand at tiling, look for tile stickers that are simple to add to existing tiles for a quick and effective new look. But before you start tiling, make sure you have a theme in mind, as there are so many different options available, including mosaic tiles, glass tiles, bathroom mosaic tiles, kitchen mosaic tiles & mosaic brick tiles.

Bathrooms tend to be decorated in neutral colours, and this can make them look dull and old- fashioned. Adding coloured or themed bathroom accessories will freshen up the bleakest of bathrooms, and even a new shower curtain in a cheerful colour can be enough to make a bathroom look more inviting.

Dull rooms need more light, so think about changing existing light shades to allow a room to become instantly brighter. Some strategically placed lamps will also bring light to gloomy areas and make a room look bigger and brighter.

Take down heavy curtains and replace them with inexpensive sheer fabrics that will immediately produce a fresh effect to a room. This is also a good chance to get winter curtains washed or dry-cleaned so that they can be stored away until winter.

Giving your windows a good clean both inside and out can make a huge difference to a home. Go one step further and give the window frames a thorough clean to make them look brand new.