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Renovating can be such a challenge. But it never has to be an expensive affair. Most of the time visitors will never know the price of items, just how everything is displayed. For this reason, spend what you can afford, but never overspend. There will always be decor items within your budget. Here are 11+ ways to vamp up a room using cheap home decor (UK).
*Just a point of reference, the reason I am saying UK is because of the stores and brands I talk about, the content is universal and will cater for all*.
Tile Paint
Re-doing your tiles can be so expensive. Like more than you need to spend. Consider transforming a room with tile paint – adding a feel of complete change on the cheap. A cheap home decor item like this will only cost around £20, a drastic save in comparison to changing tiles.
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Tile Grout
Should you change your tiles with paint – consider using a grout pen (this is the one I use) to literally fill in the gaps. These can be bought on Amazon for literally less than £5. No mess, no fuss, just a glorified felt tip pen which will allow your grout to match the freshly painted tiles perfectly.
Mirrors
Mirrors are the best cheap home decor (UK) accessories to buy when a sale is on. Products that usually retail at £50, for example, can be discounted to around £15- £20 in a sale. Consider purchasing out of season stock or ones that are mildly damaged (not enough to notice) and you could find yourself getting more for your money. Also, mirrors are a great way to open up a room and bounce light off – so a solid investment.
Clocks
I must admit, I have a clock in every room. An easy way to fill space up on walls – a clock can be the centrepiece of a room. For my living room, the clock is from IKEA costing a reasonable price of £30, yet in the bedrooms – a clock the same size only cost £5 a pop from bargain shops (B&M, Home Bargains – even Homebase).
Sticky Back Plastic
I feel like this has been mentioned on every clickbait article going. How to renovate a kitchen in less than £100? Start with sticky back plastic. Made with a vinyl covering, this is perfect for rented accommodation because it is temporary. Adjusted with scissors and a scalpel, a beginners DIY level is all that is required to apply. This will need changing every couple of years, but at £7.99 a roll to update your worktops, it is a cheap home decor (UK) that really is worth it.
Fancy Lamps
Like it was mentioned with mirrors, lamps are best to find during a sale. I went to an Argos clearance warehouse and bought two Habitat touch lamps (retailing at £20) for £5 (fully working). Overall a bargain purchase! Lamps and lighting fixtures can add elegance to a room (if done right), and is a cheap addition too.
Prints
I feel like every blogger has one or two. Cheaper than artwork – a print or wall art is an easy way to vamp up a wall, as well as showing your personality. I love Desenio and Etsy, but honestly, there are so many to choose from. I also buy my frames individually from Poundland, and if I am honest, you really cannot tell the difference.
Furniture Paint
Just like tile paint, this is an easy way to vamp up a room massively. Frenchic offer a wide range of cupboard paints for £20, and do not require a primer or undercoat. A simple sand and wipe is all that it needs. Within 4 hours I had transformed my beige MDF cupboards into a Dark Navy. Without changing any fixtures the kitchen had been completely changed!

Indoor Plants
I feel like this is like an IKEA staple? Go to IKEA – buy a plant, sorted. When looking for cheap home decor (UK) items, consider adding some greenery. Not only will it make a room feel fresh, but a real plant will also increase your oxygen intake, especially when staying at home. I bought a Yucca plant from ASDA for £10, and it slots in perfectly next to my TV. If you do not like the thought of real plants, there are many fake alternatives that do not look tacky and do not require the maintenance.
Check out how I turned a bedroom into an office for less than £100.
Reed Diffusers / Wax Melts
Sometimes a lot of cheap home decor (UK) items have a dual purpose. Making your home smell nice is an awesome way to alter the appearance of your room and a perfect little piece of homeware. (You could also use Zoflora in your reed diffuser). Once you have also bought the burner and reed diffuser bottles, re-fills are all you need to maintain the scent.
Storage Boxes
Cheap home decor (UK) sometimes starts with having a clear-out. More items in a room call for maintenance; increased electricity bills and a busier routine. Whatever can be hidden away, use storage boxes. Not only are they cheap, but it helps for organising your stuff, becoming staple home accessories.
Empty space
How to keep things cheap? Empty up rooms. Less is sometimes more, so consider that when decorating a room. Consider what you need to purchase (and what you really don’t) and money will automatically be saved. Find techniques to not buy, re-use or just move things around.
Consider Soft Furnishings
Cushions and throws offer the feeling of warmth and comfort, so consider purchasing this when decorating your home. In addition to many of the items mentioned, they do not need to be massively expensive or lavish – as you cannot tell where they are from. Also consider purchasing cushion infills and covers separately to get the firmness you require.
Rails
Wardrobes can be pricey, trust me I learned that the hard way. Rails are a cheaper (and more aesthetic way) of storing your favourite pieces. The best part is that they can be easily moved or dismantled when you need to have a reshuffle. Pinterest is also the perfect place for inspiration if you are not sure about this.

How do you decorate your home on the cheap?
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21 Comments
aimsysantics
February 7, 2021 at 5:17 pmSo many great ideas. I used to love browsing around homesense, just for all the beautiful decor (hopefully we can again soon!) Also wax melts are a must, they just are so easy to change up, aren’t they?
Thanks for sharing!
Aimsy xoxo
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Sophia Patel
February 8, 2021 at 8:51 pmSo glad I could help! Thanks for reading x
BR
February 7, 2021 at 6:33 pmTruly interesting list. I like the wax melts and the indoor plants ideas…
Thanks for sharing
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Hannah Marie
February 7, 2021 at 10:39 pmI enjoy utilizing cheap home-decor for my living-spaces. I often buy pieces from outlet stores or even thrift items + repurpose them. Creating a lovely space doesn’t have to break the bank. Thanks for the tips! Xx
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Sophia Patel
February 8, 2021 at 8:52 pmMe too! You are so right! Thanks for reading xx
suchitasenthilkumar
February 8, 2021 at 12:44 pmThanks for these amazing tips. I needed most of these ideas. I never knew what a grout pen was but it is something I’ll be needing soon. Thanks once again!
Sophia Patel
February 8, 2021 at 8:57 pmSo glad I could help! Thanks for reading!x
Not-So-Modern-Girl
February 8, 2021 at 3:02 pmAw these are such cute ideas Sophia 🙂 I love the idea of making my living space more homely and pretty, I think it can be great for mental health xx
Sophia Patel
February 8, 2021 at 8:57 pmThanks so much hun! You’re so right, a comfortable living space does wonders. Thanks for reading xx
ellie @ eleanorsophiewrites
February 8, 2021 at 3:52 pmGreat ideas! Can’t wait to have my own place so I can use some of these tips
Sophia Patel
February 8, 2021 at 8:53 pmThanks so much lovely!x
lynnmumbingmejia
February 8, 2021 at 6:40 pmThese are excellent ideas! I love anything adhesive and rental friendly Lol! Love the idea of soft furnishings! Makes a room super cozy. Thanks for sharing x I’ve pinned for later
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Sophia Patel
February 8, 2021 at 8:53 pmThank you! Ah me too, so easy to change up too! Thanks for reading!x
Molly @ Transatlantic Notes
February 8, 2021 at 6:44 pmSome really useful ideas that prove you don’t need to spend a large amount of money on decor. I like the idea of the soft furnishings and plants — those always make me feel good. Thanks for sharing!
Jaya Avendel
February 8, 2021 at 9:08 pmI love that you have empty space on your list of ideas! I appreciate empty space and am learning that not every corner needs to be filled. I like interesting art and recently bought a classy floor lamp; am loving it so far, but sometimes it is freeing to look around and see there is room to grow in to. 🙂
Heidi Bruaw
February 9, 2021 at 5:26 amGreat ideas! I love home decor and I am always looking for ways to change things up. Clocks and lamps are definitely some things I need more of. Thanks for the tips! 🙂
Ellie
February 9, 2021 at 9:18 pmAmazing!! I needed this – have moved and really want to redecorate but on such a tight budget, so thank you!
Della Driscoll
February 9, 2021 at 10:38 pmI love this post! You’ve included so many fab ideas – I love adding prints, my gallery wall is the fave part of my room xxx
Allison | thenutmegdiaries.com
February 10, 2021 at 2:12 amSo many good options here! I always forget that grout paint exists, so I’m glad I read this! And, I love your new navy cabinets!
Lewis
February 11, 2021 at 9:48 pmInteresting!
Sophia Patel
February 11, 2021 at 10:39 pmThank you!