Layering Tips to Warm Up Your Home for Winter Comfort

Just like when you dress for colder temperatures, layering textiles in your home can make your home feel enveloped, cozy, and warm. Layering on what you already have can bring an extra layer of warmth and also add visual calm. Read on for layering tips this winter to help warm up your home.

Incorporate natural fibers

Bringing in natural fiber textiles throughout the home is a way to add layers without adding too many patterns and colors. Adding a natural fiber rug, such as sisal or jute, under your existing rug can add depth and dimension and cover more floor space if your rug falls short. Also, layering natural fiber Roman shades under drapery panels can help further insulate the windows while creating a full, layered look.

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Use wool rugs

Wool rugs are ideal for bedrooms, stair runners, and gathering spaces. They are easy to vacuum dirt and debris, insulating, and have an all-natural texture. Wool rugs and carpets exude warmth, whether you're stepping on them barefoot or with socks.

Add more rugs

Some spots are probably rug-free if you have hardwood or tile throughout your home. Hallways or walkways, the kitchen, areas of the bathroom, or the pantry may tuck away these areas. Adding a small rug or runner to these areas can create a sense of comfort, softness, and warmth you didn't know you were missing.

Add cashmere and faux fur throws

Filling your spaces with piles of throw blankets turns your sofas and chairs into inviting seats of comfort. Whether you drape the blankets over the seating or have a basket stacked with folded options, these blankets will keep you warm on a night in or create a welcoming space for your guests to get comfortable after enjoying a delicious meal together.

Size up the textiles

Throw pillows

One of the most common mistakes with throw pillows is selecting them too small. Selecting throw pillows that are 22 or 24 inches will graciously fill out the sofa and create a blissful spot to sink into. Selecting a pillow insert that is two inches larger than the pillow size will ensure the pillow is firm enough and won't sag (for example, use a 24-inch pillow insert in a 22-inch pillow cover).

Rugs

Rugs are another area that can often fall short. As a baseline, the front legs of each seat should be on the rug. However, having all four legs on the rug will create the best visual effect. In addition to making the room look better and feel larger, a larger rug will warm up the room.

Layering the bedding

Changing your bedding during winter can create a soft landing spot for a deep winter sleep. Layering an extra blanket between your sheet and duvet and adding a heavier blanket or two at the base of your bed are all ways to add softness and warmth and to help facilitate your ideal night's sleep.

Adding layers throughout your home can create the soft place you crave. If you're hosting this winter, it can also become a gracious and welcoming way to greet your guests.

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