1 On a level
Rearranging the knick knacks, photos and books on your shelves will makeover the feel of a room in a flash. Start by taking everything off the shelves and giving them a good dust, then give the shelf a wipe down. Pack away anything you haven't noticed yourself looking at for a while. This will streamline the number of items on display so that they all have a chance to be enjoyed. You can circulate these items and bring out the pieces you've packed away when you need a refresh in a few months’ time.
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2 Hide and seek
If ugly sockets and switches are spoiling the look of your kitchen, propping up a few large items, such as stylish breadboards will keep them hiddenolive oil to complete the transformation. If breadboards aren't your thing, try herb plants in pots, they'll cover a larger area as they grow and you'll forget those eyesores were ever there!
