Are you moving into your first-ever home? The chances are you already have visions of how you want to decorate it, which naturally involves deciding on specific furniture, such as your bed, sofa, bookcases, and dining table. You need to be careful when picking out your furniture, though, as it’s not just about meeting your style preferences, it’s also about ensuring it matches the rest of the environment. In this guide, learn the dos and don’ts of purchasing furniture for your first home.
Do: Get Custom Furniture
Custom furniture is great for a few reasons. First, it means you get to choose furniture that perfectly meets your vision. On top of that, it means the furniture fits perfectly into the room – even the most awkward spaces. For your bedroom, consider looking at custom mattresses and beds. That way, you can maximise space in your room and place the bed in the area of your choosing.
Don’t: Buy Second-hand Without Thinking
Purchasing second-hand furniture can be a fantastic way of making your money stretch further while simultaneously getting your hands on genuinely unique pieces. However, be careful when buying used furniture – especially those that include any soft furnishings. Look specifically for issues like bed bugs, structural problems like wobbly legs, and mould.
Do: Combine Furniture with Storage
Combining furniture with storage means you have more space to store your stuff. In turn, that means a cleaner, clutter-free home. There are many types of furniture that can also act as storage. For example, custom divan beds from Odd Size Beds have storage underneath, making a great space for hiding your spare bed sheets or collection of special occasion dresses. Other furniture you can hide storage in include ottomans, sofas, coffee tables, and entertainment units.
Don’t: Seek Out the Cheapest Options
While you likely have a strict budget to stick to, keep in mind that low-cost furniture is often cheap for a reason. Mainly, because it is made cheaply and likely won’t stand the test of time. If you can, aim to spend a little more on the furniture that matters the most, such as your bed (crucial for sleeping well) and your sofa.
Do: Try Before You Buy
Many furniture shops have a policy that allows you to try before you buy. If you can, take advantage of this! You never fully know how a piece of furniture will look and feel before you actually have it in your space, and you may find you change your mind.
Don’t: Stick to Current Trends
It can be tempting to hop on board current trends and buy furniture that is “in” right now. This isn’t always the best idea – firstly, because trendy furniture will usually come with a heftier price tag. As well as that, trends fade fast, and you might find that a swing chair for your reading nook or wavy mirrors do not fit your taste in a couple of years or even months. When it comes to furniture, stick to timeless pieces that you can use for many years. You can always style the room in other ways, such as with cushions, blankets, and wall art!
Do: Consider the Style of Each Room
For aesthetic and comfort purposes, think about the style of each room before you buy furniture. That way, you can get furniture that matches. For example, if you want your bedroom to look more bohemian, you could choose a wicker chair with soft cushions.
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