Choosing the correct furniture to suit the design and layout of your home is essential in order to improve the overall appearance. Furniture should not be chosen based simply on how comfortable it is, there are a number of factors to consider that can miraculously alter the room it is placed in. This guide will help you in your decision for choosing the right furniture for your house.
Size Matters
Size is obviously the most important thing to take into consideration when choosing your furniture. Measuring the area you wish to place the furniture is essential to make sure you don’t purchase something that doesn’t fit, or something that simply leaves an unwanted gap. If you feel it would be suitable, corner sofas are a allowing more room for people so sit down. They look stylish and can make sure you make full use of all the available space in a room.
Materials & Colours
There are a number of different material types and colours to choose from, and deciding on which one to use will be based mostly on the style of the specific room but also on personal preference. When deciding on colour, first take a look at the room you will be placing the furniture and choose a colour that matches the current theme of the room. When choosing the material, consider the following points to help make the right decision:
- Leather is a stylish and comfortable choice; it also has the advantage of being really easy to clean. However, it is very easy to scratch and tear, which might lead to an ugly-looking piece of furniture in a couple of years.
- Wood is an option that I don’t personally recommend because it is hard to fit into the theme of a room, but may work in some cases. Make sure you take into account the subcategories of wood such as birch, mahogany and cherry wood.
- Some fabrics tend to be very hard to clean. Take that into consideration because some sofas will start looking permanently dirty if they are not looked after.
Choosing the right furniture for your home can be a daunting task. Make sure you spend the necessary time to ensure you make the right decision. Make sure you weigh up the costs effectively to make sure you aren’t spending out of your range. However, whilst one sofa might be more expensive than another, it might last longer or fit in better with the design of the room, making it a decent investment.
Dan Blinman is an experienced interior designer that blogs for design spree in his free time.