Spring Refresh: 7 Affordable Ways to Brighten Up Your Calgary Home After Winter
If you’re the kind of person who lives for seasonal shifts (the ones who swap out throw pillows with the weather, and secretly rearrange furniture while the kettle boils) — this blog’s for you.
The folks at Fair Deal Furniture help people fall in love with their space without overspending. Here’s how to get that fresh spring feeling, one minor swap at a time.
Tip #1: Swap Out Dark Winter Textiles for Light Neutrals
It’s time to pack away the heavy stuff and bring in textiles that breathe, like cotton, linen, or soft weaves in tones like white, beige, oatmeal, soft pinks, or earthy sage. Even just changing your pillow covers can instantly lift a room.
Fair Deal Tip: Pick up a few new accent pillows or a lightweight throw; It’s one of the easiest seasonal updates out there.
Tip #2: Rearrange Your Sectional for a Fresh Layout
Moving your sectional can totally transform how your living room feels, especially if your current layout was more “cozy cave” than “sunny sanctuary.” Try opening up the space. Shift your couch closer to a window or mirror to bounce light around the room.
Fair Deal Tip: Our modular sectionals make experimenting easy. Move, reconfigure, repeat until it feels just right.
Tip #3: Add a Statement Rug to Define the Room
Not ready to commit to new furniture? No problem. A new area rug can redefine your space all on its own.
We love a light-toned rug with geometric patterns or subtle texture for that spring-fresh feel. It’s an easy way to ground the room, add warmth, and pull the whole look together without a paintbrush or reno.
Fair Deal Tip: Stick to neutrals if your home leans minimalist. Bonus: they’ll still work when fall rolls around.
Tip #4: Introduce Greenery to Add Life and Colour
There’s something about green leaves in natural sunlight that says, “My life is together.” But don’t worry, you don’t need a green thumb to make it work! Go for low-maintenance houseplants like snake plants, pothos, or ZZ plants that handle Calgary’s dry indoor air like pros.
Place them in white ceramic or light wood planters to keep your look soft and springy.
Fair Deal Tip: No floor space? Try a hanging planter near the window or a small plant shelf with layered greenery.
Tip #5: Declutter with Smart Storage Solutions
Spring cleaning. Nothing feels better than clearing out the visual noise and creating space for the season ahead.
Opt for furniture that hides the mess and works double-duty, such as storage ottomans, lift-up coffee tables, or Canadian-made storage beds that give your space room to breathe.
Fair Deal Tip: Our storage beds save space, make mornings easier, and tuck away off-season decor, bulky blankets, or out-of-sight clutter in one swoop.
Tip #6: Upgrade Lighting for a Brighter Ambience
Calgary’s spring sun doesn’t always stick around, especially in the early months. So when natural light isn’t cutting it, let your lighting do the heavy lifting.
Swap out warm yellow bulbs for daylight-toned LEDs to make your space feel brighter and more open. Add a floor lamp in the corner, a small table lamp, or a pendant light over your dining table for a layered glow.
Fair Deal Tip: Lighting is a game-changer. You just need the right ones in the right places.
Tip #7: Introduce One Accent Piece for a Pop of Style
Only want to change one thing? Go bold.
A bright accent chair, a sculptural side table, or a piece of wall art can refresh your entire room. This is your chance to introduce colour, shape, and personality without a huge commitment.
Fair Deal Tip: Don’t overthink it. If it makes you smile when you walk by, it’s doing its job.
Your Spring Home, Reimagined
You don’t need to gut your space to feel like you’re living in a whole new home. Seasonal shifts bring in softness, light, and life when your soul wakes up from winter.
At Fair Deal Furniture in Calgary, we help you find the pieces that fit your home, season, and budget.
Come visit us in-store or browse our collection online to make your space feel like you again.
