7 Useful Tips for Choosing the Right Living Room Furniture

Living room furniture is an important investment and you will want to make furniture choices that  suit your taste and your lifestyle. You can do your homework by browsing through interior design magazines and online sources to decide on the look you want to achieve. However, there is no substitute for visiting a showroom to see living room furniture collections for yourself.

Here are some easy tips for choosing living room furniture you will enjoy for years to come.

1.     Measure your Space

Grab some graph paper, a ruler and a pencil and draw the measurements of your living room to scale. Use the ratio of 1inch = 1 foot. For example, indicate a 12-foot wall with a 12-inch line on your graph paper. Make sure to indicate windows and doors.

2.     Create a Focal Point

Take note of the architectural elements in your living room such as a fireplace, an arched doorway, a large picture window or a French door. Interior designers like to place living room furniture around a focal point. An interesting architectural feature is a natural focal point, or you can create one with a distinctive accent piece. Today’s dramatic electric fireplaces are ideal, or you can use a striking bar, an entertainment unit or an elaborate curio cabinet

3.     Decide on a Look

Living roomfurniture collections come in a variety of styles, and your living room furniture should blend with the look of your home. Select classic pieces for a timeless look, sophisticated contemporary furniture for a modern lifestyle, or Old World European styling if you love formal entertaining. Hollywood furniture collections capture the glamour of yesteryear, while coastal collections provide a light and airy feeling. 

4.     Choose Quality

Look for high quality construction typical of many name brand furniture collections. Solid wood frame construction and durable fabrics are a must for living room furniture that will last.

5.     Shape and Finish Matter

Choose living room furniture with the silhouette and finish that you will love today and still enjoy tomorrow. Keep in mind that the finish can change the look of the piece completely. A rich, warm wood frame sofa will look completely different in a glossy black finish.

6.     Select your Basic Pieces

When choosing your basic living room pieces, think about your lifestyle. Do you have children or frequent casual gatherings with friends? If so, you will want enough seating space with durable, darker materials that stands up to use. Select a living room set or individual pieces from a furniture collection. 

7.     Add Accent Pieces

Once you have your basic living room furniture pieces, you will enjoy choosing distinctive accent pieces to personalize your home. Choose a coffee, cocktail or side table, a patterned rug or a gorgeous wine cabinet to add interest to the room.

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