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Interior Design to Suit Your Budget

Especially if you have inexpensive decorating aims, setting your budget is a very important part of the whole interior design process.

It's just not very exciting, is it?

It is always good to keep it realistic...

And, I am sure you will agree, it is better to know how far your purse strings will stretch...

...well before you fall head-over-heels in love with that must-have sofa or chair...

We're going through the whole interior design process from start to finish - and this is my recommended place to start...

Use this page together with my downloadable checklist to keep your design project on track...

...unless you want to, of course.

Just get a general idea.

Consider whether to borrow money to invest in your home improvements...

Should you Borrow to Invest in Home Improvements?

They are likely to add value to your home, but make sure you don't spend more than the value they will add...

Home extensions, and kitchen and bathroom improvements will generally add the most value to your home...

You could ask an estate agent of the likely value that would be added if you improved your home...

...but do bear in mind that house prices may well go down.

So don't over-do it, and don't spend more than you can afford!

(Sorry, it's got to be your decision - I can't help you there)

Planning Your Project

With your budget in mind you can now plan the scope of your interior decorating plans...

Will it be a huge overhaul of every aspect of your room? - maybe even adding an extension? - or adding or knocking down a wall?

Or is your budget more modest?

Interior Design on a Budget

Interior decorating on a budget doesn't have to be dull - or difficult.

There are plenty of inexpensive decorating ideas and products out there...

For a start, you can make a massive difference to your interior decorating scheme with just a single tin of paint - and that's not expensive!

Cheap decorating ideas can be fun too...

They often involve crafts and making your own unique design objects and art.

If you've got kids - then why not get them involved too. Don't worry if you don't see yourself (or your kids) as an artist - you really don't need to be!

Hey, believe me - I have tons and tons of experience of interior decorating on a budget and inexpensive decorating - it's just life!

Start yourself off in the right direction by taking a look at some of these great video clips.

They will give you some ideas and let you see what sort of things are possible on an inexpensive decorating budget...

Just click on a picture to start the video player ... and enjoy!

Hover over the bottom-right of the player to access the slider function.

Click here to look at more cheap decorating ideas

Budget kitchen ideas

Budget bathroom ideas

Cheap and easy decorating ideas you can do this weekend

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How to Use Your Budget in your Plans

In this interior design information guide I will cover both high-end luxury tips - to use or covet - as well as cheap decorating ideas if you are interior decorating on a budget...

Like I said, this interior decorating information is all about finding out what is right for you.

So, do you have a budget in mind?

Excellent! Make sure you keep it in mind while you think about, choose and buy your products.

Write your budget down on your downloadable checklist so that you are reminded to stick to it!

Remember, if you do absolutely fall in love with a mega-expensive item - see if you can cut costs elsewhere.

One luxury item can provide a great focal point for an otherwise inexpensive decorating scheme...

Or it might be a starting point for a fantastic home interior design idea.

It will definitely add a touch of elegance and class to an inexpensive decorating scheme.

(That's my excuse for a bit of a spending splurge anyway - I think it makes sense, don't you? My husband hasn't complained yet at least!)

With your budget firmly in your mind - OK then, to the back of your mind, if you like...

...your next step is to consider what you and your family really want and need from your interior design scheme.

What to Do Next: Try filling out this questionnaire

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You can try creating your own questionnaire by adding questions directly relevant to your own home.

Then: Return to the checklist of interior design tips.

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