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Fall is here, bringing with it beauty and celebrations. However, the season also brings colder, gloomier weather that has many people wanting to stay curled up inside.

Your master bedroom is your escape from the world around you. It’s where you relax and rest, but it can also transform into a retreat for the fall and winter months. Here are seven renovations that transform any room and can make your master bedroom a cozy fall retreat.

1.   Paint a Soothing Color

Color psychology focuses on the studied reactions of humans to different hues of color. Different colors invoke different responses and can play a large role in one’s ability to relax.

By repainting your bedroom walls with a cozy, relaxing color, you can feel more relaxed at night and rested in the morning.

Green is a nice choice because it’s known for its ability to put people at ease. The color can help you relax and be at peace during stressful or overwhelming situations. Due to its connection with nature, green also works as a grounding and meditative color.

Blue helps soothe the mind thanks to its gentleness. When you’re overstimulated by the world around you, a blue room can act as an oasis. Soft blues work wonderfully in the bedroom to soothe and relax you.

White symbolizes freshness and clarity. It can also help your bedroom feel larger. It’s a great bedroom color for anyone who struggles with being inside during cold temperatures. It creates a lovely space to breathe and works with any accent color. Be sure to choose whites that have an undertone. Stark white can feel hostile and uninviting.

You might think of gray as a dull color, but it can actually work to help calm you. When paired with other relaxing colors, gray can help you decompress and works as an excellent neutral to enjoy the seasons ahead.

2.   Refinish or Install Hardwood

Hardwood floors are an excellent bedroom option for fall and any other season. They bring in feelings of nature and can easily warm up any space. The material is very conducive to a fall atmosphere, but its easy maintenance makes it a year-round winner.

While carpeting is nice and soft, it has the unfortunate side effect of trapping germs and allergens that can spread illness and make you feel yucky during the fall and winter months. The material requires deep cleaning to eliminate these things, which can be a costly and time-consuming process.

With hardwood, all you need is a mop or cleaning pads to keep it germ-free and shining. Many homes have hardwood already under their carpeting, but it’s also a worthy investment to install. These floors also create a blank canvas for any accent rugs or furniture you want to place on it.

3.   Upgrade Your Ceiling to Drywall

If your bedroom currently has a tile ceiling or a drop ceiling, fall is the perfect time to upgrade to drywall.

Drywall is more insulating than tile, providing better comfort and energy efficiency throughout the colder months. The gypsum in drywall also makes it resistant to spreading fire. Its installation is also cost-effective and can take place rather quickly.

The material is easy to patch and can hold various lights and hanging fixtures with ease. Aesthetically, these ceilings can be stamped with patterns, adding elegance to your bedroom.

Ensure you have a professional install your ceiling because the renovation can be difficult for inexperienced hands.

4.   Change Up Your Lighting

The right lighting can have a huge impact on how cozy your bedroom feels. There are many different types of fixtures, and each has a purpose and effect. The following are great choices for bedroom lighting:

• Recessed lighting: Recessed lighting, or cap lights, are installed into the ceiling and shine down on the room. They eliminate the need for lights that take up space in the room. One of the greatest benefits of recessed lighting is its functionality with a dimmer. The dimmer allows you to choose the intensity of the lights to be brighter during the day and calmer while you wind down at night.

• Wall sconces: Wall sconces on the side of the bed or at a seating area can make reading a relaxing experience. There are many benefits to reading before bed, and sconces make aesthetically pleasing reading lights that allow you to see the book but not be surrounded by light. This effect helps you relax and prepare for sleep.

• Table lamps: A traditional but timeless choice, the right table lamps can create a relaxing atmosphere and highlight different areas of the room. Setting one on a dresser can help you see jewelry or trinkets displayed on it. A bedside lamp works as a reading or knitting light.

The color of the light you choose can also make a difference in your mood. Bulbs with a warm or blue undertone can help you feel calm and relaxed. Brighter, colder lighting creates energy and alertness. By choosing calmer shades, you can create a more peaceful environment.

5.   Add a Fireplace

There’s hardly anything cozier than curling up by a fireplace, especially in your bedroom. If you don’t already have one in your space, you have a few options to add this comforting item.

Direct-Vent Gas Fireplace

Easy to install, direct-vent gas fireplaces can go on any exterior wall and vent directly out of the back. These fireplaces often take less than two days to install from start to finish and provide more warmth than a traditional wood-burning fireplace. They start with the flip of a switch, making them easy to turn on whenever you want warmth or ambiance.

The downside to these fireplaces is that they don’t provide the same noises or aroma as a traditional fire.

Wood-Burning Fireplace

Wood-burning fireplaces are a joy to experience but installing one in your bedroom is a commitment. There are benefits for both the use and materials, but these fireplaces require a chimney and need more care and maintenance. For an upstairs bedroom, you can often block off the corner of the room or closet to install the chimney.

The fireplace box must be made of stone or tile but can have a wooden mantle.

Zero-Clearance Fireplace

Zero-clearance or factory-built fireplaces don’t require venting, making them a great option for almost anywhere. These lightweight options require less construction than other types of fireplaces and their fireboxes always remain cool, making them easy to install close to walls and hardwood floors.

6.   Refresh Your Window Treatments

Your window treatments can make a significant impact on your room, so giving them a refresh is a great way to make your space cozier this fall.

Curtains are an excellent bedroom choice, giving you the option to have as much or as little natural light as you desire. These treatments come in many different materials and colors, each with different light-filtering abilities.

Blackout curtains are an excellent choice for your bedroom because they enable you to block out all light while you’re sleeping. They also work well to create a cozier atmosphere when you have the lights or fireplace on.

If you prefer to have more light, consider getting light-filtering blinds instead, which disperse harsh light into a nice glow.

7.   Bring Nature Inside

Adding greenery to your bedroom is a fantastic way to filter the air and make you feel immersed in nature while in your bedroom. Peace lilies, spider plants, aloe vera, and areca palms are just some of the plants that work great sitting or hanging by a bedroom window.

Having plants inside can relax you, boost your creativity, and brighten your mood, making them a refreshing addition to your bedroom on gloomy fall days.

Creating a Fall Retreat

There are several different renovations that can turn your bedroom into a cozy fall retreat. Whether you love the season or prefer warmer weather, having a relaxing master bedroom can help you relax and unwind from all the season has to offer.