If you think about decorating your home, you probably head straight for the furniture, the art, or what color of paint will go on your walls. Have you ever stopped to think about the scent of your home décor? Enter scented home décor: a game-changing element often overlooked in fragrance but an important addition to the design mix. It was an accident, but once I found it, I wouldn’t find it. I am going to guide you to the easiest way to bring aromatic scents into your home using essential oil scented décor.
Why Scent Matters in Home Décor
The right fragrance can make your home a sanctuary and our sense of smell is connected to our emotions. What if, when you walk to your living room, there is the comforting smell of lavender, or when you head to your kitchen with the zest of lemon? Sounds dreamy, right? Scented home décor does wonders for making any room feel inviting, comfortable, and homey. I can’t count how many times I’ve walked into my space and was instantly more relaxed because of a strategically placed fragrance element.
The Basics of Scented Home Décor
The idea is simple: add essential oils and fragrance elements in the way of your home’s layout and appearance. There are lots of ways to do this from scented candles to diffusers right through to potpourri bowls and wax melts. The trick is to buy good quality essential oils, such as HBNO, that allow you to keep the fragrance of the perfume for a long period.
Creating a Fragrant Atmosphere in Every Room
You don’t have to flood your home with scent. Instead, think about the purpose of each of the rooms, and choose fragrances according to that purpose. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Living Room: It’s the place where guests arrive and where you lay your head after a few days. Go for soothing smells but at the same time welcoming. HBNO’s Cedarwood Essential Oil is one of my personal favorites. It gives the room that woodsy, warm feel that just makes it cozy.
- Kitchen: The kitchen is an energy and action space. However, citrus scents, lemon or orange, work beautifully. The fresh, zesty aroma of HBNO’s Sweet Orange Essential Oil is the best I’ve ever smelled, and since I tried them before, I already know that it’ll enhance my cooking more. If you’re using a warm essential oil, a small countertop diffuser will work just fine and if not, you can make some easy scented sachets to keep in your cabinets.
- Bedroom: Lavender or chamomile essential oils are top of the list for ultimate relaxation. I have a little decorative oil burner on my nightstand, and I’m using the HBNO Lavender Essential Oil to set the scene to calm me down before I go to bed. Exactly like having a mini spa in my room already!
- Bathroom: If you want to feel refreshed, and clean, then eucalyptus or peppermint oils are ideal. A few weeks ago I started using eucalyptus scent bath bombs in my bathroom and I love them for my morning routine. But if you add a few drops of eucalyptus oil in a decorative potpourri bowl, the bathroom will also smell fresh.
Fun DIY Scented Décor Projects
It’s not just effective, decorating with essential oils is fun! Here are some easy projects you can try:
- Scented Candles: Creating your essential oil candles is a fun way to add your special scent to your home. Add some dried herbs to a high cadence photo, melt some soy wax, and pour the mixture into a chic container. And Voila, a custom candle that makes for a good decorative design!
- Reed Diffusers: To create this arrangement all you need is a vase, reed sticks, and some HBNO essential oils (with a carrier oil of your choice). Put it on a side table or shelf and enjoy a steady stream of sweet, pleasant fragrance.
- Essential Oil Spritzers: Make a simple room spray using distilled water, a few drops of HBNO’s Lemongrass Essential Oil, and a fun glass spray bottle. Then you’ll be able to have an on-demand scent boost that fits right into your home’s décor.
My Personal Journey with Scented Décor
That curiosity got the better of me and I began to incorporate scented décor into my home. A friend suggested HBNO’s Pine Needle Essential Oil, and I subsequently used it in a homemade diffuser. The result was astonishing: Just lounging on my couch, I felt more connected to nature but my space felt fresher. The thing is that something makes such an impact on how you feel and for the better. Since then I’ve been experimenting and having fun with different scents and decorative elements and I love it.
Tips for Balancing Fragrance and Design
- Don’t Overdo It: A little goes a long way. The amount of scents can become overwhelming and may clash. Per room, choose one or two complementary fragrances.
- Use Quality Oils: Not all essential oils are created the same. HBNO’s list of products is pure and potent. That way you know you’re maximizing your scented décor.
- Refresh Regularly: Though scents do last indefinitely they can lose their scent depending on heat exposure and sunlight. As a routine, I recommend that you change your oils quite often.
Essential Oils to Consider for Your Scented Décor
- Lavender Essential Oil: Outstanding for Bedrooms and relaxing areas.
- Sweet Orange Essential Oil: A great energizing and cheerful click for kitchens or workspaces.
- Eucalyptus Essential Oil: Ideal for bathrooms, refreshing and clean.
- Cedarwood Essential Oil: A top pick for living rooms or dens because it’s earthy and warm.
The Magic of HBNO’s Essential Oils
HBNO is one of the things I love the most about them, it is a commitment to quality. Pure and long-lasting, these essential oils are perfect for use in scented home décor. HBNO has an oil for every need, whether you are seeking to create a calm oasis or an energetic space.
Final Thoughts
Scented home décor is game-changing to up-level your space and ultimately boost your well-being. It’s a wide-open world of things you can do with essential oils, from fun DIY projects to the creeping and subtle diffusion of essential oils. That’s why, why don’t you give it a try, and turn your home into a fragrant oasis?
The scent really can make all the difference, so remember this, in HBNO our essential oils are of high quality, and in no time your home will look and smell fabulous.
