How To Choose The Right Furniture For Your Home

When it comes to better living, we at Barrister Construction know that building homes is only one part of the equation. So in this article, we’re going to look at another really important factor in getting your house set up to be a home — and that is choosing the right furniture for your home.

In fact, many people find that choosing the right furniture for your home can be something of a scary task — especially if you are doing it for the first time. Getting the size and style right is super important, and here five great tips on how to do it.

Size 

If you are buying furniture for a big living room, you need to choose how much of your living room the couch will fill. Consider whether you want other chairs or couches. Also, think about whether to include other furniture items like dining room chairs and a coffee table. If you have a small living room, you may need a smaller couch. With limited space, any sofa or couch will be the centerpiece. Therefore, pick something practical that complements the available space.

Thus, you need to take the right measurements for your furniture. Everything depends on the size of the rooms in your house.

Style

You should choose furniture based on the appropriate theme. Instead of picking furniture based on each individual room separately, you need to select a style and apply it to the whole house. This enables you to choose couches, dining tables, and bedroom furniture that complement each other. Therefore, you should select a central theme. 

It is crucial to know different furniture styles. When choosing a style, you need to differentiate between contemporary and traditional styles. You should also consider whether you want a soft interior or one that is dramatic. When choosing the style, some homeowners choose a rustic style. This style is natural, casual, and aged. Some of the common rustic styles include cottage, Tuscan, and coastal styles. One of the greatest advantages of rustic furniture is the use of natural materials. This means lots of stone and wood, and fabric such as canvas and burlap.

Another popular style is the classic contemporary theme. This style involves the use of rounded lines and soft textures. Examples of this style include rounded tables and sofas. The classic style is similar to Victorian glamour but with a simple touch.

Country-style furniture has a farmhouse feel. If you are looking for a comfy look, you should choose this style. Another alternative is the modern furniture style made of chrome, glass, and dark leather with a squared-off shape. Lastly, there is the shabby-chic style. One of the prominent features of this style is distressed white furniture. In many cases, these are romantic second-hand items and come with a refinished, feminine look.

Read more about different house styles here.

Budget

Another thing you need to do when choosing furniture is to research online and compare prices. You might want to consider buying a piecemeal if your budget is limited. Another alternative is to shop for second-hand items.

You should also think economically. For example, you may opt for lower-quality furniture. There are many stores that offer cheaper materials apart from solid woods.

Functionality

Many homeowners make the mistake of not analyzing their needs when picking furniture. As a result, they end up furnishing their house like everyone else. For example, having a living room with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a television.

Consider the functionality of your home. If you eat in the kitchen, you should not allocate half a living room to the dining area. Analyze the activities you develop in the part of the house that you want to furnish. Based on functionality, make sure your home adapts to you and not the other way round.

Color and Fabric of Furniture

When choosing furniture, you need to think about how color affects your feelings. For example, yellow makes you feel hopeful and positive, while blue makes you feel at peace. Your personal associations influence the shades of color you want for your furniture.

If you are having trouble with your home style, pick cues from your closet. The colors you like will be the most suited for your furniture. Alternatively, you can choose colors that complement other areas of your house, like the walls, ceiling, and other items. 

In addition, there are different fabrics that are used for home furniture. You should choose your fabrics wisely. Silk is soft and mainly used for upholstery, curtains, and bed linen. Polyester is long-lasting and used mainly for interior decoration.

If you want to add class and grace to your home, you can choose wool. Other options you should research include rayon, cotton, nylon, and velvet. Make sure you find the right fabric color combination and textures.

Understanding Different Types of Furniture

Before you go into the details of choosing furniture, you should understand how to get the right types of furniture. The living room furniture is the central point of your home. You should create a space that is comfortable and beautiful. It is a gathering spot; therefore, you should fill the space with sufficient furniture to host a crowd. You will need places to place your décor, serving tray, and television. Some kinds of tables and shelves include accent tables, benches, coffee tables, and end tables.

The dining room furniture should be suitable for hosting birthday candle blow-outs, thanksgiving dinners, and Sunday brunches. It also provides the scene for quiet moments like a dinner for two. Therefore, you need to be careful when choosing dining tables, side chairs, and armchairs.

The bedroom gives you more options for design creativity than other rooms in your house. You have to design it with your preference and your partner’s preferences in mind. Some of the key pieces of bedroom furniture include beds, dressers, benches, nightstands, headboards, and mattresses. 

Get Help From Professionals

Many people struggle to choose the right furniture for their homes, because failing to choose wisely will affect your home’s aesthetics and general appeal. You need to consider your budget, the functionality of the rooms in your house, and the most appropriate style. Also, think about the size of your rooms, the color of the furniture, and the fabrics you will use for your furniture. If you have difficulty making a choice, ask an interior designer to help you go through the different furniture options.

Similarly, reach out to a professional when it comes to building a new home, or renovating your existing one. That’s what we’re here for. Call us today at (201) 891-7774, or contact us here.