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With Diwali just around the corner, homeowners are busy cleaning, decorating and giving their homes a festive look. Any Diwali preparation is incomplete without transforming a living space to welcome guests and making it warm and inviting.

However, any transformation of your living space should not require any over-the-top expensive renovations or buying new furniture. With a few simple accessories, prudent home owners can give their old furniture a fresh makeover reflecting the joy and happiness of Diwali.

In this article we will explore simple yet very effective ideas that can breathe a new life into your old furniture by using very stylish but affordable accessories such as sofa covers, chair covers, bed and table linen.

Let us try these versatile accessories to give your old furniture a festive makeover this Diwali.   

Simple Old Furniture Makeover Ideas for Diwali  

Decor Your Old Sofa with Elegant Sofa Covers

Sofa is the most prominent piece of furniture in a living room, it catches the guest’s eyes the moment they enter the living area. If your old sofa is looking slightly worn out then your guests may get a wrong impression about you.

The simple solution to this problem is to dress it up with a new sofa cover.

Sofa covers come in various styles and fabrics, making it easy to find one that suits your home décor for Diwali.

Types of Sofa Covers

Fully Covered Sofa Covers

They wrap around the entire sofa giving complete protection and a slick look. They come in many varieties like, elastic sofa covers for a snug fit and velvet soft sofa covers for a plush or luxurious appearance. You can choose any of them depending on your taste.

Recliner Sofa Covers

If you have an old recliner, you can give it a fresh look with fully covered elastic recliner sofa covers. These covers are an easy way to add a new, refined touch. You’ll find plenty of options in materials like polyester, velvet, jacquard, or quilted fabrics, so you can pick one that matches your style. For added protection, consider waterproof recliner covers to keep your recliner safe from spills and stains, making it perfect for daily use or festive gatherings.

Sofa Throws

If you are looking something casual but stylish then you can choose sofa throws. Sofa throws can be draped around the sofa to give warmth and an extra layer of texture. They come in rich colors like deep reds, gold or orange reflecting spirit of Diwali.

Wingback Chair Covers

Wingback chairs are mainly style statement pieces. A stylish wingback chair cover can refresh it by making it look opulent without needing to reupholster with an expensive material.

Sofa Mats 

Sofa Mats are normally overlooked but they are very practical piece of accessory that offers both protection and style. You can easily remove and wash them.

You don’t have to buy a whole new sofa again, you just have to choose a quality sofa cover in rich colors like gold, maroon or emerald green reflecting festive spirit of Diwali.    

Give Your Old Chairs a Fresh New Look with Stylish Chair Covers

After sofa next prominent furniture in your living room are Chairs. Just like sofa, chairs especially dining chairs also show signs of wear and tear when guests are frequent.

Chair-covers are very frugal way to give your dining and living room chairs a quick makeover.

Types of Chair Covers

Dining Chair Covers

Dining Chair Covers will transform your old, stained dining chairs into elegant and refined seating for the Diwali feast. You can choose a cover from a broad range of colors and fabrics to match overall décor of the dining area. 

Dining Chair Seat Covers

Using a dining chair seat cover you can quickly hide all the imperfections of your dining chair seats giving a new look without covering the entire chair.   

Footstool Covers

Why to ignore footstools? You can adorn your footstool with a footstool cover and hide any scuffs or stains from your guest’s inquisitive eyes.

Dining Bench Covers

Dining bench is rare in a household. However if you have them in your home, you can add a dining bench cover that matches rest of the dining furniture.

While selecting a chair cover for Diwali décor, choose a fabric that deflects light thus making the cover look bright. 

Transform Your Bedroom with Luxurious Bed Linen

Your bed is another piece of furniture that may need a Diwali makeover.

You don’t have to buy a new bed, you can just change the bed linen and transform the look of your bedroom making it cozy and inviting.

Types of Bed Linen

Fitted Bed Sheets

Fitted bed sheets are very practical and stylish. It gives your bed a neat and clean look. Choose fitted bed sheets with vibrant colors and patterns to give a festive touch to your bedroom.

Mattress Protector

Mattress Protector not only protects your mattress from spills and stains but also adds a layer of comfort. Choose a protector that complements overall beddings.  

Comforter

A comforter made from a superior fabric can make your bed look and feel plush. Rich fabrics like silk or satin in warm tones such as red or gold are best suited for a festival like Diwali.

Layering your bed with comforter and bedding set can give a luxurious, hotel-like appearance to your bedroom.

Also Read: 

• What Is A Comforter? Uses, Cleaning Tips, and More
• Duvet vs Comforter vs Quilt: Key Differences & Buying Tips

Refresh all the Furniture in Your Dining Area with Exquisite Table Linen

Table Linens can elevate any dining area by adding a touch of sophistication to it. Table Linen also protect the table from spills and stains during the feasts.

Types of Table Linen

Placemats

Placemats are very versatile as they add color and texture to the dining table and at the same time protect the furniture from any spills. You can go with PVC, Cotton, Bamboo, faux leather or other types of placemats.

Tablecloths   

A beautiful table cloth with festive patterns or traditional motifs is the foundation of a Diwali dinning setup.

A brightly colored tablecloth combined with elegant placemats can instantly elevate the overall aesthetics of your dining table. Always choose a table Linen that complements the rest of the décor in the dining area.

Conclusion:

You don’t have to spend a fortune on buying new furniture this Diwali. You can give your old furniture a complete makeover by implementing aforementioned budget-friendly ideas in the article.

Small changes like adding new sofa covers or changing bed linen can really create a big impact on your home’s décor without pinching your pocket.