With the festival of lights just a few weeks away, it’s that time of the year when most homeowners in India consider giving their home decor a new look. Festive decorations like colourful rangoli, beautifully decorated diyas, plush furnishings and fragrant flower arrangements are as much a part of Diwali celebrations as the aromatic delicacies prepared in the kitchen for the festival. Since it is a season for house parties, it is common to deck up the living room, dining area and the adjoining balcony or veranda to welcome guests, but it doesn’t mean one should miss the opportunity to spruce up other parts of the house as well.
The easiest way to give a festive look to the furniture is to change the furnishing fabrics or to use decorative accessories. There are a host of upholstery fabrics available in the market, but you should keep in mind factors such as durability, cost, maintenance and the decor theme of your house before selecting a suitable option.
The durability of fibre and colour play a significant role in fabric selection for different applications like sofa upholstery, curtains, cushions and other accessories. Performance fabric is suitable for:
While the living room is getting a new look why should the bedroom be left unattended? The versatility of performance fabrics from Sunbrella comes to the rescue of interior designers again by providing colourful stain-resistant options for giving a festive look to the bedroom.
Now that the main areas of the house are decorated let’s work on spreading the festive spirit to other parts of the home. The trick to beautiful Diwali decor lies in being able to create something stunning without going overboard with excessive use of colours and accessories. You can use the delightful performance fabrics from Sunbrella to redo every part of your home in these innovative ways :
When renewing the furnishings this Diwali, opt for performance fabrics to get value for your money. Sunbrella’s award-winning range can be used for furniture upholstery, cushion covers, table linen, duvets, bed covers and curtains, among other home décor accessories. The fabric’s water-resistant, stain-resistant and fade-resistant qualities make it ideal for use in both interior and exterior areas of the house.
Get inspired by these curtain designs for Indian homes.