The colder months, the winter weather are a physical and emotional challenge for most of us. Between the cold, grey and frosty weather, we spend more time at home. 
That's why it's important to make sure your home is a warm and welcoming place. How can you make your home cosy and comfortable? Here are 7 easy-to-follow tips.

1. Close the blinds and curtains

Drawing the curtains keeps the air warm inside your home, and will provide a cocoon effect for the greyest of days. Cold windows are not very pleasant at all, so covering them with drapes or blinds is a first step to warming up the atmosphere.

2. Cover up

Invest in a few rugs or blankets for your living room. Snuggling up under a blanket after a cold day is the perfect way to keep warm. This trick will also save you money on your heating bill.

3. Create corners

Large spaces can be cold and uninviting, so create small corners with your furniture to create a relaxing atmosphere. You could create a reading corner with a large comfortable armchair, or perhaps make a small nest of sofas and cushions for your living room? 

4. Get into the spirit of the season

Get in the kitchen to create a warm atmosphere by baking biscuits or making hot chocolate. You can also make soup or bake bread.

5. Adapt your furniture

Leather sofas, plastic chairs and glass tables are "cold" furniture. Instead, choose fabric sofas or decorate with cushions or soft rugs to create a cosy environment. 

6. Think about lighting

Candles create a warm light, and warm the atmosphere. If you have children, opt for small lamps scattered around your living room. You can also experiment with dimmer switches that provide a dimmer, more comforting light.

7. Decorate with warm colours

Decorating your home in shades of gold, brown, red and orange will create a feeling of comfort and warmth. With these colours you will be in the perfect mood for winter!