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Decorating Tips For The Bachelor Pad

A bachelor pad might be the first space that’s truly yours. Get down to business and decorate that space for maximum impact and a comfortable style. You’ll feel more at home and always be proud to bring friends and family over.

Stick with neutral colors. Browns, blues and taupe are all good choices and solids tend to work better than patterns. If you’re renting and are not able to paint the walls, think about other ways to add color. Large prints and artwork are fine, but keep it tasteful.

The open concept of a bachelor apartment means that all of your furniture is in view. Choose your bed wisely. A Murphy bed will fold away when not in use and a captain’s bed has convenient storage drawers underneath. Shelves and cabinets near your computer workstation desk keep it clutter-free. Clever furniture that serves two purposes is essential for a bachelor pad. Things like ottomans and coffee tables with hidden storage are perfect.

It’s essential to keep your stuff organized. Having clutter takes away from even the most stylish decor, and a clean, tidy place with simple decorating will steal the show every time. Make sure everything is in its place, from the front door all the way to the back. Your brown boot and court shoe should be in the closet and your coffee cups should be tucked away in the cupboard. With good organization you’ll feel calm and restful in your home.

Decorate the kitchen in neutral colors as well. Even if you can’t change out counters and fixtures, see if it’s possible to give cabinets a repainting. Pick up placemats and runners for spot color and choose unique open storage like funky bowls or canisters.

Unless you can afford maids and private chefs it’s going to be up to you to keep this place clean. Work at it in small steps, tidy up every night and after every meal to stay ahead of the game. When you leave all of the cleaning until the last minute, the task can become overwhelming. Have all of your cleaning supplies in a rubber bin under the bathroom or kitchen sink. Work at a cleaning schedule if that’s helpful.

If you can change the window treatments, go for something simple like a roller shade. Drapes are dramatic, but can get too heavy for a small bachelor apartment. Light sheers or straight blinds are the best choices.

Decorating is a fun, creative task and will help you to create the ideal home. With a few steps and minimal investment, you’ll have a bachelor pad to be proud of.

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