How to pick the right furniture for your home!

Picking out the correct furniture for your home can be extremely overwhelming.  Walking into a furniture store with a plan on what you think will be perfect for your home, may sound like a great plan, but as soon as you enter you are met with various options in color, style and overall scheme that can change your mind or opinion.  Just remember that this is YOUR HOME! And your ideas and opinions are what matter.  I am going to give you some tips,that were used successfully in furniture buying.

Decide what you like!!  Bring a list of color schemes, patterns, and textures you prefer.  Mixing and matching are acceptable, within reason.  Assigning your plans to a category Is also good practice. Some of the major categories include…

Contemporary – Sharp, Angular, Metallic.

Country – Soft, Floral, Painted woods.

Casual – Comfy, Earthy, Woods.

Traditional – Antiques, Dark brown/redwoods.

Eclectic – Ethnic/Artisan pieces, Individualized.

Using these themes to plan each room in your home generally works best.  Magazines, TV Shows, Books, Catalogs, The internet can all give you great ideas as a stencil for your furniture ideas.

Be honest with yourself about your lifestyle!!  For instance, if you have young children, that color, or are mischievous..  a white cloth casual living room set may not the best idea.  If you have playful kittens, or dogs a big leather sectional may not be the best idea either. Any of these themes could work but be reasonable with yourself, and consider all options and future possibilities.

Decide what is most important, and set a price limit ahead of time!! You absolutely do not have to buy the entire living room set or bedroom set of your dreams all at once.  You can start slowly, and replace items at your own pace and budget over a period of time. Essentially building the room around pieces you love.  And also make sure you shop around.  Look for the best values in your set price range, and be patient.  You do not have to settle for what you can afford, or anything that exceeds your range.

Construction and Plans!!  Keeping a list of dimensions in any space you are trying to furnish is also good to do.  Use a tape measure, yardstick, or any other utensil to take measurements and make floor plans to have with you on your furniture buying journey.  Solid and sturdy furniture is your best bet. Wood frames and high-quality springs tend to last longer than cheaply made items.  Stain resistant fabrics are also a good idea, especially if the furniture is going to be used often.  Give the furniture a sit test as well.  Make sure its comfort is up to your expectations.

Do not let anyone rush you!!  This is your furniture, and it will be in your home!  Many furniture stores also offer free services and can help plan your décor.  Stick to your plans, and what ideas you have brought with you, and do not settle for anything you have to question.  Trust your own judgment, no matter what others recommend.

Those were a few tips to get you on your way to buying new furniture for your home. After all, this furniture will be used by you and your family more than anything else, so your final decision is what matters.  Have a plan, stick to it, and in the end, you will be satisfied!  You can do it!! If you have any further questions on furniture buying, contact Donna at (216)296-3957.