Three Important Questions You Need to Ask Yourself Before Purchasing Furniture
When it comes to choosing furniture for your home, it’s a process. In this blog, we'll explore a few tips to help you make the best choices when it comes to selecting furniture that will work well in your space and stand the test of time. From considering your personal style to thinking about how you'll use each piece, we'll cover the top three questions you need to consider to make the best choices for your home. So, whether you're looking to furnish a new home or simply update a few key pieces, read on for some great tips and tricks to help you make the most of your furniture-buying experience.
Does the room have space for this new piece?
Plan plan plan! Take inventory of what other furniture pieces you have and measure out your space to see what fits. When measuring out your space for new furniture, it is important to consider several factors to ensure that the piece will fit comfortably in the room and leave enough space for other items. Here are some steps to follow:
Measure the dimensions of the room: Measure the length and width of the room, including any alcoves, nooks, or areas that may be difficult to fit furniture into.
Measure existing furniture: Measure any existing furniture in the room, including the dimensions of sofas, chairs, tables, and other items. This will help you determine how much space you have available for new furniture.
Consider traffic flow: Think about how people will move through the room and where the main pathways are. You'll want to make sure that the new furniture won't block these paths or make it difficult for people to move around.
Take into account doorways and windows: Measure the width of any doorways or windows that the furniture will need to fit through, and make sure that the piece you're considering will be able to pass through them.
Make a floor plan: Draw a floor plan of the room on a piece of paper, to scale, and mark the location of existing furniture and the space where the new furniture will go. This will give you a visual representation of how the new piece will fit in the room.
Will this harmonize with the other furniture I already have?
It's important to remember that creating a cohesive look is not about matching everything, but about creating a sense of harmony and balance. Choose a color scheme that ties all the pieces together. This can be done by selecting a neutral base color and then adding accent colors. Consider the scale and proportion of the space and pieces in relation to one another. A large room can handle bigger furniture, while a small room may be overwhelmed by it. Look for repeating elements throughout the space to create a cohesive look. This can be done by repeating a color or pattern, or by using similar shapes or materials in different pieces. Experiment with different combinations and trust your instincts.
Is this timeless or trendy?
Timeless over trendy. Timeless furniture is designed to last for many years and often has a classic, understated design that won't go out of style. In contrast, trendy furniture may look great for a short period of time, but it may quickly become dated and lose its appeal. Timeless furniture can also adapt to different styles and decor, making it easy to incorporate into a variety of design schemes. Trendy furniture, on the other hand, may be specific to a particular trend or era, making it harder to blend into different settings.
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