Pallet furniture may not be very comfortable.
Pallet furniture may also contain debris.
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Pallet furniture (minimalist pieces made primarily of wood) may seem creative and relaxing, but trendy lead interior designer Andra Delmonico says you should approach this trend with caution. he said.
“On social media and photos, pallet wood furniture looks creative and comfortable, with large seating areas and plush pillows on top,” Delmonico said. “But in real life, these sofas and chairs are not so comfortable.”
These products lack support because they don't contain springs like traditional furniture and many people buy pillows instead of seat cushions with hard interiors.
Don't skimp on painting your kitchen appliances.
If you have the money, it is better to buy color home appliances.
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Instead of painting your refrigerator and turning it into a creative canvas, Delmonico recommended splurging on colored appliances.
“If you want big colored kitchen appliances, go ahead and buy them. Don't try to paint your current appliances,” she told BI.
The surface must be prepared and primed before adding paint, but using a brush or sponge may still leave a streaky finish. Additionally, the coat may not be able to withstand scrubbing and cleaning in the long run.
Dark spaces can have noticeable imperfections.
Dark bathrooms are a popular design choice.
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Hilary Stam of HMS Interiors says dark, moody bathrooms are a trend, but photos alone don't necessarily convey how difficult it is to maintain them.
When choosing a trend, be careful where you include it.
“This may be a poor choice in children's bathrooms or high-traffic areas, as scratches and dents will be easily visible,” she explained. “A month after the installation, she has a bathroom that is dented and falling apart, even though it's new.”
Accent walls don't always fit well.
Accent walls can make a room look unfinished.
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Julie Brayton, lead designer at Brayton Interiors, told BI that no matter how trendy and fun an accent wall may seem, it may not be appropriate from a design perspective.
“These look great in photos, but when you're in the room they often throw the room off balance and make it feel unfinished and unconsidered,” says Brayton.
You can also use other forms of art and unique decor to make a statement.
Shabby chic sofas require a lot of maintenance.
Cushions often slip off of shabby chic furniture.
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According to interior designer Morgan Brin of Rumore Designs, shabby-chic sofas that look like they've been lived in can be difficult to maintain.
“Shabby chic sofas are all over TikTok right now. The worn-in look looks great in photos because it's staged for the moment, but in reality, this style of sofa looks… It costs a lot of upkeep for something that is marketed as 'effortlessly chic,''' Brin explained.
The cushions on these items often slip and will need to be readjusted periodically. However, some high-end products include straps to keep the cushion in place.
Mismatched dining chairs tend to look more chaotic than chic.
If the chair is the wrong size, the room will look cluttered.
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A mismatched dining chair may seem to add variety and personality to a room, but interior designer Leah Atkins of Leah Atkins Design says this choice can seem unintentional. I said that there is.
“Mismatched dining chairs are a cool idea in theory and look fun and eclectic in photos, but they tend to look messy in real life,” says Atkins. “It's almost like living in a university co-living space where everyone brings their own chairs.”
Instead, choose a set that complements the aesthetics of your space.
Painted kitchen cabinets usually look “too good to be true” in photos.
Over time, the paint may not look as good.
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Many people turn to painting when they need to upgrade their kitchen cabinets, but Devin Shaffer, lead interior designer at Decorilla, advised thinking twice about this DIY project.
He said the trend usually looks “too good to be true.”
“Photos of people's DIY projects are often taken immediately after the project is completed,” Schafer explains. “In the case of painted cabinets, they will quickly begin to peel, the dry paint will show uneven and sagging lines, and as dirt and grime begin to accumulate on improperly finished surfaces, they will eventually lose their shine. Masu.”
Reupholstering your furniture may not be worth the effort.
It might be a good idea to ask someone to reupholster it for you.
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Schaefer told BI that reupholstering furniture is rarely as easy and seamless as it appears on social media.
“If you push cushion stuffing into a vintage seat, you'll end up making a mess. I guarantee you'll get frustrated five minutes into the project and end up throwing out the entire seat and fabric. ,” says Schaefer.
He said the reupholstered pieces “no doubt look great,” but recommended purchasing a new sofa or chair if your budget allows, or hiring a professional.
