Looking for decor inspiration? There’s an app for that. If you’re struggling to keep your interior ideas at bay, finding the right tools, furniture or even paint colours is a process that can be simplified with the right app. Revamping has never been easier.
iHandy Carpenter
All of the tools without any of the bulk – this five-in-one toolkit contains some very useful utilities. There’s a surface level, steel protractor and ruler, and (our best pick) a bubble level bar to make sure everything is perfectly straight.
Houzz
To get a decent idea of what you want decor-wise, sourcing photos of rooms you love is a good starting point. This is Houzz – expertly curated photos of every type of room. From patios to porches, kid’s rooms and more, there are over 10 million high-resolution photos of home interiors and exteriors that you can browse by style, room and location. And it’s all free.
Mark on Call
Need a floorplan? Easy. Want to customise it with fabric and furniture samples? Done. This clever app (also known as “Home Design DIY Interior Floor Layout Space Planning & House Decorating Tool HD” – phew) turns everyone into an interior designer. It’s the secret to smart living spaces.
Plascon InspireMe
Like a paint colour but don’t know what it is? This is the app for you! Take a photo, or pick a picture from your camera roll, and Plascon InspireMe will identify the real-world shade in a jiffy. It will even list complementary colours and similar swatches – just save what you like to a quick list, to reference from later. The app even has a product guide to show you how to use different types of Plascon paint on any surface.
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