You bought a house? Congrats!
In the United States, more than 65 percent of people own a place of residence. Even with millions of homeowners out there, decorating a home is still a challenge.
For those looking for a helpful guide, here’s all you need to know about how to furnish a house.
Read on to learn more.
Establish the Bare Necessities
It’s important to establish the bare necessities for new home furniture. Create a list of what you need before you purchase anything. Check out a furniture showroom to get inspiration for decorating new living spaces.
Try to focus on one room at a time. Prioritize your budget based on where in the home you spend the most time, such as high traffic areas. Focus on how much you have to furnish the house or a room and plan accordingly.
Keep things basic at the beginning of the furnishing process. Consider purchasing big items first and waiting to decorate the space until you have the core pieces.
Determine Your Style
Consider your style. There are dozen of interior design styles such as:
- Minimalist
- Industrial
- Contemporary
Focus on one style when buying furniture for house spaces to avoid an overly busy look. Establish a color palette early on and determine which materials your furniture should be made from.
Remember to keep it consistent.
Consider Refurbished, Repurposed, and Recycled Items
Furnishing a home can be very expensive. Consider refurbished, repurposed, and recycled items to curb the costs. Find durable furniture materials that will last a long time like:
- Wood
- Leather
- Ferrous metals
- Glass
- Metal
Check out second-hand stores or shop online to find the perfect piece at a discounted price and refurbish the items on your own. Reach out to friends and family too. Chances are they may be looking to get some extra furniture off their hands.
Do you have an artistic touch? Don’t forget about DIY websites to make your furnishing even more unique and to save additional money.
Don’t Forget to Measure
Before you purchase anything, remember to measure the space you’re designing. Looks can be deceiving, so it’s important to get an accurate size impression for the room your furnishing.
Think about where the windows and doors are placed in the room. Avoid blocking an entry point or natural lighting to ensure you maintain an open concept.
Create a floor plan ahead of time to save you serious hassle on the tail end. Consider things like:
- Location of outlets
- Vents
- Hallway location
Don’t have a floor plan? Try to reach out to your neighbors. They may have a similar house layout to yours.
How to Furnish a House
Decorating a home should be an enjoyable and fun adventure. Don’t let not knowing how to furnish a house add stress to the experience. Get ahead of the game and brush up on all the tips and tricks to furnishing a home.
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