Save or Splurge? It’s All About Balance.
It’s all about balance, friends. Whether you’re furnishing a room or an entire home, you’re probably trying to stick to some sort of budget, right? If you’re freaking out a little bit wondering how on earth you can make your dream space with your budget, relax because the good news is your home can be a beautiful collage of expensive and low-cost items without sacrificing style or function.
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Upholstered Seating
Whether you read on the couch or binge watch Netflix on it, a couch should be comfortable and beautiful. That combination usually takes an investment. Beware of budget couches that claim to have both, because they often cheat when it comes to durability. Look for quality fabrics made from tight weaved natural fibers, they will feel so much nicer and last you a long time!
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Wood Dining Chairs
Wood dining chairs are a perfect meeting place between quality and affordability because even to low-cost options are timeless beauty that can be easily cleaned from spilled food.
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Dining Table
You don’t need me to tell you that the dining table is a key piece of furniture. Dining tables need to be able to withstand all the spills and last for decades. A dining table made from quality materials like wood or stone, will compliment any decor style.
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Shaded Table Lamps
Table lamps tend to blend in with the room no matter how expensive they are. So, put your money to better use, such as a sofa, and find simple, timeless lamps for a low cost.
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Suspended Lights
What are your eyes drawn to in this room? Pendants and chandeliers are natural focal points, therefore they command attention. Splurge a little money here and it’s guaranteed to elevate the look of the entire room!
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Backsplash
Subway tile is a great example of simple, elegant backsplash. You don’t have to splurge on something like this. The kitchen can easily be elevated with functional porcelain tile when arranged with complimentary grout, in a simple geometric pattern. Are you renting and looking for something even more affordable? Try stick-on backsplash!
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Area Rug
Low-cost rugs may look really good online, but when you open the shipping box, they are often disappointing and always end up pilling or shedding. So reality is, you’ll end up shopping for a new rug in just a few months. If you are looking for a rug that will bring beauty to your room and last a long time, spend the extra money to ensure that.
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Side Tables
If your sofa or bed is the star of the show, no need to get crazy with the side tables. The key here is complimentary functionality. Go for something inexpensive and simple, perhaps an airy side table next to the couch, and a boxy rectangular nightstand.
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Kitchen Cabinets
If you try to save on kitchen cabinets by getting laminated finishes, you may find them getting rough around the edges. On the other hand, hardwood and other hard-wearing materials can hold up to the repeated use that kitchen cabinets get. Keep in mind, a quality kitchen remodel adds value to your home!
