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5 Major Decorating No-No’s to Avoid!
When it comes to your Fort Myers home, the interior design consultants at Lifestyle Interiors know how important it is to make the right decisions regarding your interior decor and home furnishings. In hopes of steering you in the right direction, we put together our top 5 suggestions on what to avoid when you begin decorating your home in Fort Myers.
Happy Decorating!
1. DON’T choose furniture that doesn’t fit. Before purchasing furniture, be sure to sketch out your room dimensions. This will give you a good indication as to what size furniture will fit proportionately in your room.
Tip: Remember to allow enough room for walking and traffic patterns.
2. DON’T choose paint first. Paint is available in any color imaginable, therefore; your options are limitless.
Tip: Choose your flooring, upholstery, and fabrics first!
3. DON’T purchase something because it’s in stock now. Most interior design firms and furniture stores allow you to special order any furniture piece. Meaning you can choose the fabric and finish of your choice.
Tip: Most interior design firms offer free consultations! Take advantage of this.
4. DON’T display every personal treasure. Less is more! Pick the pieces that mean the most to you, display those and store the rest.
Tip: Consider swapping personal items in and out from time to time.
5. DON’T forget to identify or create a focal point in each room. This is something visually appealing such as a fireplace, a painting, or the largest furniture piece. It should be the first thing your eye is drawn to in a room.
Tip: Creating this focal point will add instant comfort to any room.