Furniture Shopping for Your New Home? Here's Everything You Need to Consider
Friday, April 22, 2016
Moving into a new home is exciting, nerve-wracking and daunting
in equal measure. There’s a lot of stuff to move, buy and replace - and this
mostly consists of furniture.
From sofas to desks, tables to chairs, your new home will need
to be decked out to feel fresh, homely and new. Of course, buying a chair may
sound like a walk in the park, but it shouldn’t be a blind purchase. So,
consider this post your all-encompassing furniture buyers guide. Because, as
you’ve heard many times before, a home is for life!
Can your family and friends help?
You might not have to start from scratch, and your friends,
relatives and loved ones may be able to help. Ask around for any spare bits of
furniture that you can use in the long-term, or temporarily. It’s unlikely
you’ll be able to get everything you’ll need, but you might be able to start off
with a coffee table or a dining table.
Bear in mind that this stuff may not fit with the interior design of your house, or the feel. That being said,
it’s a good way to help you transition through the ‘moving in’ period. You can
always replace these items when you are settled.
Check it before purchasing
Many companies, like House of Oak, allow you to browse their inventory online
before buying in-store. You’ll definitely want to do the latter, as you never
know what something will feel like until you’ve physically sat on it/touched it.
When browsing in-store, be sure to sit on and test anything you are thinking of
buying. Picture the items in your home, and imagine them alongside your walls
and decor. Does it fit? It can be difficult to reverse your choice further down
the line.
Think neutral colours
Neutral colours are much easier to decorate and accessorise.
If you invest in blue and green furniture, your home will become restricted and
won’t match with as many items. Think about everything you need to bring a room
to life. Photo frames, vases, coasters, cushions… there are a lot of accessories
that will need to match your furniture. Choosing neutral creams, whites and oaks
will help your item fit snugly into your chosen room.
Long-lasting over comfort and looks
Furniture can become expensive, and as such, it’s important that
you consider how long it will last over how it looks. Would you rather have
something that lasts you many, many years, or that looks good in a certain
light? You can always change how an item looks by accessorising it or adding
decorations. What you can’t change, however, it its quality.
Factor in your pets
Small pets like kittens, puppies and rodents can get trapped underneath recliner sofas and chairs. This
could even result in the pet being injured. If you have a lot of pets, consider
the ramifications of reclining furniture.
In short, be a well-informed shopper! Your home deserves to be
treated with respect - after all, it cost you a small fortune.
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