EXPLORING DINING ROOM DECOR IDEAS ON A BUDGET


LET'S USE THE PROCESS OF ELIMINATION FOR YOUR DINING ROOM


6.) Dining Table - A round table, free of clutter, will draw the right kind of attention. Find matching dining chairs or consider placing a dining room chair cover on your existing chairs if they are a little worn or unsightly.

BE REALISTIC ABOUT THE SIZE OF YOUR DINING ROOM SPACE

BE STRATEGIC ABOUT COLOR CHOICES IN YOUR DINING ROOM


Choosing a small dining room table may be the focal point of your search. You will also need to consider the color as it makes a big difference in your dining room's overall aesthetic and mood. This is, of course, really only an issue if you have a small dining room. For dining room ideas for larger spaces, keep reading.

CONDENSE A LARGER SPACE INTO A SMALL DINING ROOM

Suppose your dining room area is relatively large. You've got a small family or prefer more intimate gatherings with a group of friends. In that case, you can fill your dining space strategically with furniture items like a bar cart, a bench, or an additional seating area. You can add a statement art piece, a table lamp with some family photos in the corner.

You can also employ a dinner table sectional and folding screen to adapt your dining room to comfortably serve both a large party and small gatherings. While sometimes a bit flashy, a chandelier can also tie a larger room together.

You don't have to spend a fortune on one, though. There are many ways to get the personality pieces you are after while sticking to a strict budget. Let's take a look at some ways you can fill dining rooms without flushing your cash.

LOOK FOR BUDGET RESALE FURNITURE

GO TO THRIFT STORES FOR DINING ROOM IDEAS

I don't just mention thrift stores because this is a post about home decor ideas on a budget. Because thrift stores will generally carry a lot of variety in design elements and products for your dining room. 

Of course, if you have a small space, and your table is too large, the first thing you should do is find a smaller dining table. You can also find exciting lighting options and wall decor design ideas to get the look you want. 

Get creative with the products you choose for your dining room, but remember to keep design elements light if you have a small dining room. I found a charming area rug at a thrift store for fractions of what it would cost new. It just needed a good cleaning to get rid of the stains!

USE THE MARKETPLACE ON FACEBOOK

If you have a Facebook account, try browsing the marketplace for the furniture you might need. This app also serves to unload your existing furniture if you are clearing out some space. Remember, keeping the dining space proportional to the dining room table size will create a comfortable hosting space for you and your guests.

More digital media platforms provide a marketplace, so keep an eye out for those and choose the one you feel most comfortable with.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GARAGE AND ESTATE SALES

If you prefer to not use social media, you can also look in the local classifieds for yard sales and estate sales. You'll often find these eclectic ideas for decorating home interiors that you may feel compelled to acquire a piece or two for another room.

Let's not get too carried away, however. We are on the hunt specifically for dining room ideas in this post.

TURN SOMETHING OLD INTO SOMETHING NEW

PLACE AN AREA RUG IN THE CENTER OF YOUR DINING ROOM

GIVE YOUR TABLE A REMODEL WITH A TABLECLOTH

Find a dining room tablecloth and runner for your table to change its look. A tablecloth is excellent on its own, but throw in some table accents like a runner or art piece, and your table makeover is sure to make a statement.

Sometimes small changes like this are the perfect trick to achieve that new effect you are after.

PAINT OR STAIN YOUR OLD WOODEN TABLE & CHAIRS

Your dining room is nearly complete, but maybe the table and chairs just don't seem to fit... No worries! If you are using old wooden chairs, applying a fresh coat of paint and a complementary cushion seat update can give your dining room the ambiance you seek.

USE A DINING ROOM CHAIR COVER SET