Living alone and being single doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing. You get to spend a lot of time by yourself, undisturbed, and only have people around when you feel like it. Still, even if you’re a bachelor, you need to make your pad look good and tidy. In addition, here are some other suggestions on how to make your bachelor pad look more like a stylish home.
Get yourself the right bed
You’re probably rolling your eyes now, but having a proper bed is an essential item especially if you consider yourself a successful, high-thriving gentleman. Nobody wants to come to your home and do the business on a single bed or, even worse, just a mattress without a bed frame or a headboard.
So, invest in a bed, there are many affordable options.
Buy all the kitchen supplies
Having your kitchen fully equipped is definitely something you should consider. It might be tempting having only one pasta bowl, but if you’re planning to become a man you always dreamed of becoming, then you absolutely must have at least one six-piece plate set, a few regular bowls, a cutlery set, at least three cooking pots and a frying pan, of course.
Invest in a few quality rugs
Rugs do bring a certain element to your home. If you buy a few rugs (one for the living room, one for the bedroom, and optionally, one for the kitchen), your house will instantly look more well-equipped and collected. You can even experiment with different colors, as rugs are also a great decoration piece.
Clean regularly and change your bedsheets
If you want to have a perfect bachelor pad, then keeping it clean is the key. The same goes for changing the bedsheets. If you’re too busy to vacuum clean or mop, you can always hire a professional cleaning service that will transform your place from dirty to sparkly in a heartbeat.
Lighting is important
Good lighting is pretty much the key to having a good-looking home. When it comes to choosing apt lighting, many people get stuck in the array of offers. First things first: stay away from fluorescent lights, seriously. They’re not warm nor welcoming. In Australia, retro and organic hanging lamps are back in fashion. Just make sure you get a reliable Sydney electrician to set it up for you.
Get rid of the unnecessary items
Keeping your old possessions isn’t something exclusive to men, but men do tend to get hung up on their old CDs, DVDs, and magazines. There’s something comforting in knowing that you’ve managed to collect all these things but unless you don’t use them fairly regularly, then you don’t really need them. No one is going to be impressed by your CD/movie racks, because, haven’t you heard? We use Netflix and Spotify now.
Curtains are important
Unless you live in a tiny box with no windows, you’ll need curtains. Aside from preserving your privacy, they’re also a nice decor piece that can refine your place. Choosing the right curtain can be a challenge, but there is plenty of advice you can pick up. Curtains should be chosen according to the window size and the amount of natural light you get during the day.
Add a bookshelf
Books do make a home a better place. One bookshelf can make a drastic difference. Your home will look more sophisticated and smart and books are also a great conversation starter. If you’re not into reading that much, there are plenty of books that you can look for. You will be pleasantly surprised, and also improve your vocabulary and there’s nothing better than a bachelor who knows his way with words.
Pictures are also great
Hanging pictures on the walls of your home will show it in a completely different light. You can use stylish movie posters, classical paintings, magazine covers — the choice is yours! Soon, you’ll see that your home looks more like a movie bachelor pad, and not like your ordinary flat!
