5 Good Questions To Ask Yourself Before Redecorating A Room

Wondering how often you should redecorate? Ask yourself these 5 smart questions before updating a room in your home.

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Think you’re ready to redecorate a room in your home? Before you start rearranging furniture or heading out to shop for new throw pillows, ask yourself these five smart questions first.

You’ve already figured out your decorating style and worked your way through the steps to pull a room together. But knowing how often you should redecorate is a whole other challenge.

Is your home really due for a refresh, or are you just in the mood to try the latest look everyone’s posting on Instagram?

Trends come and go faster than you can say “open shelving.” And let’s face it—most of us don’t have the budget, time, or energy to change things up on a whim.

Some design experts say you should redecorate every seven years. Good grief—if that’s the rule, I might be behind by a decade. Ha!

But seriously, how do you know when it’s really time to update a space? Before you start redecorating, ask yourself these questions.

#1  Am I still happy with my room/home?

My guess is that if you’re feeling even vaguely dissatisfied or unsettled with the look of a room, it’s time to make some changes. 

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Changes can run the gamut from a full-on room makeover to something as simple as changing out the pillows you have displayed on your sofa.  See question #4.

#2  Does this room still fit my lifestyle and fulfill my daily needs?

It doesn’t matter how beautiful a room may be – if it no longer fulfills your needs on a daily basis, it’s definitely time for a design change. 

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For example, could that formal living room that never gets used be converted into something functional like a home office?  That’s what I did!

#3  Why do I have the desire to redecorate?

Is it because I truly think it’s time for some changes or is it because I think everyone else seems to be doing it, so that must mean that I need to do the same thing? 

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That’s an easy trap to fall into, especially if you spend any time on social media or following home decor blogs.

If you’re feeling influenced by how often we home decor bloggers and social media influencers change our rooms, keep in mind that inspiring you and helping you around your homes is how we make our living. 

I think many of us decor enthusiasts would quickly become bored if pictures were constantly posted of the same spaces that never changed.  Don’t you?

#4.  Could I be happy with small changes?

Before diving in with both feet, try making some small, budget friendly, non-permanent changes.:

• Bring in current fabrics in the form of pillows or even curtains.  
• Swap out art or accessories for something trendier.  
• Try changing a lamp or two. 
• Add an area rug or change an existing one.  

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Don’t forget – for a new look, area rugs can be layered over wall-to-wall carpeting if you think you’re tired of that look.

If that satisfies your craving, then you’re likely not ready to spend the money for a full blown room makeover.

#5. Do I have the budget for redecorating right now?

Maybe this should have been the #1 good question to ask yourself! 

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But really – let’s be honest – if after answering all of the above questions, you’ve determined that it really is time to give your room a full makeover, there needs to be a budget for it.  Right?

If the time isn’t quite right budget-wise, go back to question #3.  Try making some of those small design changes and I’ll bet you’ll be much more content in your home while you’re waiting for your wallet to catch up with your desires. 😆

Redecorating a room can be exciting, but it’s worth taking a thoughtful approach to be sure your time, energy, and money are well spent. By asking yourself these five key questions, you’ll get a clearer picture of how often you should redecorate and what kind of changes will actually make a difference in your day-to-day life.

Whether you’re craving a complete makeover or just a few seasonal tweaks, taking a step back to evaluate your space can help you avoid impulsive decisions and focus on what really matters—creating a home that brings you joy, comfort, and functions well for your lifestyle.

Don’t rush it. Let your home evolve in a way that feels right for you. And if you’re not quite ready to dive in yet, that’s perfectly okay too.