Decorative hooks are a stylish way to update your decor
2010-09-20

Decorative hooks are a stylish way to update your decor and bring a touch of glamour to halls, kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms

If you’re looking to update your hallway, kitchen or bathroom cupboards, but don’t want to spend a fortune, why not invest in some stylish decorative hooks?

If you want to brighten up your hall, kitchen or bathroom, there are many ways to add a touch of style or glamour without spending the earth on a huge re-fit. Here are some simple tips to save space around the rooms you use, most of which wont involve a massive financial outlay.

To update a dark hallway, why not swap a low wattage bulb for a daylight one or a more flattering soft tone light? If you think of the area as a small room in itself, where you take your coat off or prepare to face the day, youll easily be able to pick out a stylish mirror, console table or storage seat to make all the difference to your decor.

Once you’ve got the larger elements of the area sorted, why not invest in some decorative hooks? Not only will they add some panache if you choose a design that ties in with the look you want to create, but you’ll also ensure your hallway stays clear of carelessly strewn coats, bags and umbrellas.

Why not carry the look through to the kitchen, especially if it’s the first room you come to at the end of the hall? A row of neat hooks near the door will make sure you’re never searching around for a discarded apron, pair of oven gloves or tea towel and can make an attractive feature that adds a lived-in, homely feel to the room.

Kitchen shelves can also benefit from the addition of some cleverly placed hooks along their bottom ledge to hang teacups and other kitchen ornaments from. You can even match them to your china by choosing a style in a matching or contrasting colour or pattern. It’s quick and easy to fit them and you’ll be pleased with the effect if you do.

When it comes to the bathroom, it can be tricky to deal with the amount of laundry generated by a large family. A linen basket is a must, as is a storage area, such as a linen cupboard for towels. A collection of smart containers for toothpaste and soap as well as storage for shower items are also indispensible.

Once you’ve utilised the area under your bathroom sink or fitted a bathroom shelf to house your linen or extra toiletries, you may still need room for towels and other bathroom paraphernalia.

Decorative hooks can also be a godsend here, particularly if you need to maximise space. What’s more, they’re easy to fit on the back of the bathroom door.

If you want to cut down on the amount of time you spend washing towels, an individualised hook for every member of the family is a great idea. That way, everybody has their own towel and can re-use it, rather than just throwing it on the floor to be cleaned every day.

Lastly, a row of pretty, decorative hooks can brighten up a bedroom and make it easy to store bulky items like dressing gowns or coats if you live in a shared flat. It certainly makes sense to install some if you’re using valuable cupboard space for these items – they take up so much room that could be used for other things.

Decorative hooks come in a wide range of styles and can make huge space savings in every room in the house.