So you want to embrace the colors of summer in your home with updated decor, but what about your furniture? You’re obviously not going to buy new furniture every season, but did you know slipcovers and even reupholstering furniture does not have to break the bank? Adding throw pillows and blankets to your couches and… Read more »
Best Fabric Materials for Couches With Kids and Pets
You want a nice couch, but you have young kids or pets at home. Is it possible to have both nice upholstered furniture and pets? Can you have clean couches with kids? We say yes! It all depends on what materials you pick for your upholstery. Some fabrics and textiles hold up better than others… Read more »
Spring Fabrics and Patterns: Using Textiles to Make Your Home Spring Ready
Are you looking to update your home’s decor for the change of season? Switching up textiles in your home is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to freshen up your space for the spring season. Instead of the down comforters, chunky throws, and velvet drapes of winter, you can use material, pattern, and color to… Read more »
How Reupholstering Furniture is Eco-Friendly
As spring rolls in, redecorating might be on your mind. A less expensive way to achieve a new look in your home is to reupholster furniture rather than buy new, but did you know that doing so is also more environmentally friendly? With Earth Day coming up this month, let’s check out all the ways… Read more »
The Benefits of Cleaning Upholstered Furniture
Spring is nearly here and you may be getting into the mood for some spring cleaning. An important part of a thorough home clean is cleaning your furniture, especially those pieces that are upholstered. Though you may think you can just run your vacuum over your couches and spray your curtains with some air freshener,… Read more »
The Ultimate Guide to Common Upholstery Fabrics [2020]
When you’re looking to buy upholstered furniture like a couch or a chair, you need to consider the fabric covering it. Upholstery fabrics fall at different price points, have a different feel, different look, and require different kinds of maintenance. Some fabrics hold up well under constant use and some get worn more quickly. If… Read more »
Top Blanket Materials to Keep You Comfortable This Winter
The cold weather is here, which means it’s a great time of year to cuddle up under blankets and get cozy. There are so many blanket choices out there, so how do you know which materials are the best for keeping you cozy and warm without being stifling? In addition, some people like their blankets… Read more »
How To Spruce Up Your Home For The New Year
One resolution that you should be making for the new year is creating a home that matches your personal style and your way of life. A space that is beautiful can drastically improve your happiness and make you more likely to invite friends over – which is also scientifically proved to benefit your life! While… Read more »
Three Key Ways to Make Your Home More Hygge
You may have seen this Swedish word “hygge” floating around in magazines, websites, or articles. Pronounced “hooga”, it encompasses a feeling of warmth, coziness, and togetherness. Remember that time your favorite cousins gathered around the fireplace sipping hot drinks and laughing together while a storm blazed outside? Or when you and your best friends huddled… Read more »
How To Protect Antique Furniture: All You Need To Know
The look of a beautiful piece of antique furniture can elevate your home’s appearance far beyond that of a big box store item. The appearance of antique furniture benefits from the extra care and workmanship that go into its creation as well as the rich history they often have. It’s important to treat your antique… Read more »
