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Thursday, April 18th, 2019
The Bliss Leather Chair from Protégé Upholstery is simple yet stylish.
Even since man started valuing commodities, leather has become one of the most sought-after materials. The simplest and earliest furniture pieces were probably made of animal skins so that man would be kept warm and comfortable.
Leather is a big testament to the resourcefulness as well as the ingenuity of man. And whether it did play an important part in the development of civilization, it is still a valued material even to this day. Leather has become an enduring piece of fashion and design.
So, is it a must to have leather in your home?
A Little Leather History
Let’s walk down memory lane for a bit. The benefits of using dried animal skins in the prehistoric times are still the same benefits that man enjoys today. Leather has been used for shelter and clothing and all these are there to keep harsh conditions from harming man.
The earliest known leather artifacts were crafted in 1300 BC. This was the time that man began to appreciate and use animal hides for their protection. Suddenly, leather is born and animal skins are no longer just a food by-product.
Ancient Greeks also crafted leather garments and sandals in 1200 BC and during the Homeric era. Leather prevailed and even spread all the way to Egypt where royalty almost revered it.
And as we now live in a society that’s increasingly developing and becoming more sophisticated with each year, innovations keep coming even for an enduring material such as leather.
Leather craftsmen and tanners are still in demand even as they were during the Middle Ages. What’s better today is that, there is now an alternative method that’s been invented for vegetable tanning.
Chrome tanning makes use of chemicals which make leather manufacturing a lot easier. About 80-90% of leather tanning worldwide is now done in this manner.
Leather is not just associated with clothing and bags nowadays but also in the bookbinding industry. The Victorian era began this with novels such as those of Charles Dickens being preserved because of the durability of leather.
Leather Today
These days, leather is still highly valued and renowned. While there are now more options on synthetic fabrics and materials, leather remains one of the leading choices for furniture and accessories.
There are many reasons why leather endures even till these days. First, very few materials can beat leather when it comes to quality. Furniture made of leather are believed to be top-of-the-line and, therefore, premier pieces.
Have you ever been invited to a spacious office where you were welcomed to a lobby filled with leather furniture pieces? What was your impression of that office? Surely, you thought of the adjectives classy or sophisticated. And with modern tanning process now available, leather is now more resistant to sagging, cracking or even peeling.
Leather is also a material that offers comfort. And compared to fabric couches which tend to fade, leather is more enduring. They are less likely to lose their shape. In fact, as true leather becomes more worn out, it becomes even more inviting to one’s sight.
Leather is breathable so it allows heat to dissipate more quickly. No matter what the weather, you are sure to feel comfort as you sit each time in your leather couch.
Speak of durability, leather is also known to last four more times compared to fabric upholstery. It is a tough material although it is also flexible. Because it is all-natural, it is also resistant to dirt and spills. Just wipe it with a clean cloth and you’re done cleaning.
Lastly, leather is so stylish more so when it is dyed. Its unique grain, markings and look shows just how refined you are with your furniture choices
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Wednesday, April 17th, 2019
Can you imagine relaxing in this stylish and comfortable Bradington Young recliner?
There are many causes of back discomfort and probably the most common is not being able to correct one’s posture. And, sometimes, even when you think you’re relaxing in your home, did you know that you could actually hurt your back?
Sitting in a sofa – the wrong style that is – could also lead to incorrect posture, thus, a series of back pains. Be wise in shopping for comfy sofas because some of these could actually be harmful to your back.
Knowing which back posture is correct should help you choose the right sofa for your home. A well-supported spine should have an S-shaped curve. The torso’s weight presses upon the lower part of the spine to create a balance. The lumbar discs receive less pressure with a tailbone that’s upright.
All About Ergonomics
Ergonomically engineered sofas are manufactured to offer comfort as well as correct back posture. The sofa comes with lumbar supports with the seat cushions being extra firm as sinking into the sofa could lead to incorrect posture and slumping.
The way the feet lay on the floor also says a lot about the correctness of the couch. If the sofa allows you to rest your feet with ease onto the flat floor as the buttocks are resting at the sofa seat, then you have the right sofa.
The ergonomic option for your couch is, of course, not similarly priced as the traditional one. The posture-correcting sofas come with lumbar supports, ergonomic seats, and some even come with orthopedic pillows. Every supportive product assists a specific body part.
The Benefits
Apart from causing back pain, incorrect sitting posture could lead to decreased energy levels (yes, believe it or not), weak muscles, and poor circulation. And if your body’s been used to sitting incorrectly, then there is a need to reorient it to the correct posture so that back pain is reduced.
As you keep doing this, you will become accustomed to the right way to sit each time and your breathing would even improve. Surprisingly, bad backs are almost non-existent in third world nations where comfortable couches do not exist. There, good posture is done naturally, daily.
Finding the Right Sofa
Knowing all the features that matter will aid you in picking the right style that’s not just suitable to your design but also kind to your back. First, you have to find the correct height for the backrest.
Sofas with taller backs will give you a spot where you can rest your head when you’re feeling a little tired. To get this convenience, the back height needs to be 18 inches or even taller.
If you like lying down on your couch as you rest your head against one of its arms, then you don’t have to worry too much about the back height. And if the couch is going to be placed in a formal setup, then the back height becomes less important.
The next thing that you need to consider is the cushions. There are three types namely cushion back, tight back and the loose back. Every type comes with its pros and cons.
Cushion backs are the most common sofa back that you can find in the market. They are there to fit the couch perfectly while providing a soft and comfortable spot for you to lean against.
The cushions are quite versatile so you can use them either in a formal or casual setting.
The tight back cushion, on the other hand, comes completely fused with the sofa back. It is firmer so you won’t have to worry about fluffing or plumping. It is a neat-looking couch that has this type of cushion.
The third and last type is the loose back cushions. The sofa back, in this case, comes with various large throws. They cover the back of the couch but they do not fit it perfectly. If you want to have a casual vibe in your living room, then these are your go-to cushions.
Choose also the fills for your sofa. Pick from the down-filled cushions, fiber-filled, and the combination-filled.
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Friday, April 5th, 2019
The American Cherry Suffolk Lowboy: The traditional way of displaying photographs is in beautiful frames that match the furniture in your home.
Since the time when phone and digital photography became accessible to everyone, there were no longer a lot of people who print photographs. This is a sad thing because looking at digital copies is not the same flicking through those pieces of pictures and reliving the memories.
Did you know that you could actually display photos of you and your family, even your most fun travels and have them become a decorative part of your home in the process?
Here are ways that you can immortalize those lovely moments right in your home –
Tucked in Your Mirror Frame
Okay, here’s a pro tip – please do not flood the mirror frames with narcissistic selfies. Cast those aside for a moment and post, not on Instagram or Facebook but in a mirror frame, the photographs that actually mean a lot to you.
That simple mirror corner is a casual part of the mirror but it can also hold memories that you have long forgotten. Were you lucky enough to go to Paris? Then have those photos printed and display them by tucking them in your favorite living room mirror.
If the mirror does not have the usual lip, then you could use a blue poster tack which can help the photos stay put. These can be easily removed come the time that you want to display other photos.
Onto a Magnetic Surface
Another wonderful way to create a photo display is on a magnetic surface. You can add a lot of photos in just a matter of minutes. The refrigerator method may have been overdone quite a bit by now so it’s time to find a different magnet board, perhaps, a magnetic wall or a railing on the stairs going up to the bedrooms.
In a Wicker Basket
What else could a wicker basket be used for apart from putting toiletries or important documents? Nope, not your towel display but a bunch of photos!
Imagine having a bunch of photos placed inside a beautiful bowl or a tray. And imagine if you have more and they’re now displayed in a wicker basket.
Your friends and relatives will surely have a great time reminiscing the happenings in those photographs once they get their hands on them. You won’t even have to worry about starting conversations because those photos are surely going to keep hours of conversations going.
Taped on Walls
Picture frames are the traditional ways to display your photos in your home, whether that’s in the living room, bedroom, the dining area, or even in the busiest room such as the kitchen.
Old photographs can be grouped according to year or events or places. The categories depend on you. As soon as you’re able to pick a few that you surely enjoy, you can tape those to a wall and create a collage that is now the focal wall of that room.
What could be more artsy than that?
In Mason Jars
Why not?
One photo can be placed in an upright position inside a mason jar. What could be simpler than this? You won’t have to worry about hanging them at the right height anymore. All you have to do is to figure out how which tabletop to put the jars onto so that they create the most amazing effect.
Under the Coffee Table Glass
Imagine displaying pictures of your favorite family vacations right where the guests could get a good view of them each time. And here’s an even more amazing thing – you won’t have to worry about them destroying the photo.
You can even layer the photos so that you create a chronicle of your most recent trips with your family.
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Tuesday, March 26th, 2019
Have you noticed how even when a home is traditional or contemporary, subdued or bold, the living room is always the place that looks and feels comfortable? This is, after all, the very room where the family convenes and where you and your friends relax.
But there is both a science and art in decorating this room since it is that special. Here are some tips –
Fusion by Fine Furniture. You would surely love the stark contrast between the light furnishings with that of the dark-colored fireplace.
Figure 1. Fusion by Fine Furniture. You would surely love the stark contrast between the light furnishings with that of the dark-colored fireplace.
Use the Forces of Light and Dark
A room that’s too bright and light tends to look antiseptic. This is okay in a hospital but when you’re decorating a living room, it’s just wrong. Too much light could make a place look cold.
On the other hand, when the place looks dark, it could look like a cave more than a room in a house.
To optimize both dark and light hues, be sure to fuse them in a dynamic way. If you were able to, then you’d create the right kind of depth and balance in your home.
Neutrals Need Contrast
Go beyond the use of white and black. There are more dark and light hues that you could actually play with. If you want to have a living room that’s rich yet welcoming, then be able to contrast the right colors with neutrals. For instance, white walls need to be contrasted with brass hardware or the density of leather.
Make use of different finishes as well as undertones. This is the only way to make a palette richer and textured.
Runway Collection by Fine Furniture Design
Don’t Overlook the Textures
Speak of texture, this is an element that you must never overlook especially when you’re decorating your living room. Texture can’t only be felt but also seen. This is crucial in making a room feel cozier.
Adding plush textures will increase the tactile experience while using harder textures could add to the contrast. Use a lot of cotton, leather, stone, metal, wool, glass, and even plant life to add contrast.
Pillows are also a great way to decorate and add texture especially when you’re not ready to commit yet, design-wise. Even the smallest doses of furnishings and accessories can already add to the richness of the living room palette.
Figure 3. Wood perfectly framed this setting. Featured is Fine Furniture Design’s Summer Home Collection.
Wood perfectly framed this setting. Featured is Fine Furniture Design’s Summer Home Collection.
Warm Up with Wood
Of course, texture cannot be discussed in its entirety without wood being added to the topic. You can add wood as wall paneling, mobile stools, side tables, as sofa legs, picture frames, and even carved pieces of art.
Figure 4. Veranda Collection by Fine Furniture Design: The fabrics are delicate yet they are the stars of this show.
Veranda Collection by Fine Furniture Design: The fabrics are delicate yet they are the stars of this show.
Add Personality with Fabrics
There are furniture sets that come in matching upholstery but this does not mean that you should use this set, too, in your living room. You could experiment by mixing and matching instead of relying on organization and order at all times.
Gamble with the colors and textures that you use on your fabrics. These upholstered pieces can add character easily. If you’re still uncertain where to begin, you can get a few leather chairs then mix those with a fabric couch or vice versa.
This intentionality to diversify the style will make the living room a lot more interesting.
Still on upholstery, while you’re looking for stylish and comfortable fabrics, you also must not forget about durability. Fabrics have to last especially when you have small children in the family or furry friends as companions.
Corduroy and denims are both amazing materials that feel and look inviting while also being durable. They are also an amazing twist to the usual wool or cotton upholstery that people expect.
Power Patterns with Rugs
Pattern is yet another design element that’s powerful enough to energize a room. Use some area rugs to add character to the living room. You even get the added benefit of minimizing wear and stains as you anchor your seats on these alternatives to carpeting.
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Sunday, March 10th, 2019
Be sure to have the Hancock and Moore Living Room Somerset Sofa face something else but a door or another couch.
Decorating a living room is considered by many as a work of art; just imagine playing with interesting hues, furniture placement, the right lighting fixtures, and the accent pieces that will harmonize with the rest of the room – it’s just amazing.
But a harmonious space is a lot more than these stuff. It also asks for inner balance which should be reflected on the outer things. This means being able to balance design principles with Feng Shui rules.
Come to think of it – the living room represents who you are when your guests take a look at it. This is that space that is highlighted by many interior design magazines and there is a huge reason behind this. The right design and Feng Shui principles can actually bring about well-being and even prosperity.
Here are some elements that can help you optimize the positive energy or qi (pronounced chi) in your living room –
Dual Exterior Walls
A Feng Shui living room is one that has no less than two exterior walls. This is the most ideal living room setup because it gives ample view of the fresh outdoors and it even believed to invite positive qi to flow freely into the home.
This is the location that best activates the Feng Shui elements of a living room.
Since this room must be situated between exterior walls, you should make sure that it is not situated in the middle of the house. Putting this room at the very heart of the house will ascertain that the energy won’t be able to reach it. The flow of the qi will eventually stop before it even reaches the living room.
Ventilated and Well-lit
A Feng Shui living room, because of its natural connection to the outdoors, should be well-lit to begin with. The living room ideally has to have a lot of natural light coming in during the day.
Apart from the light, the living room must also be well-ventilated. Keeping the air flowing is also a chief component of health and vitality in Feng Shui.
Zero Face-to-Face Doors
The Feng Shui living room must also be set up with doors not facing one another. Having two doors facing each other is creating the tunnel effect that sucks up the energy.
Ample Accommodation
There are some adjustments that you can do to alter the actual size of the living room. It must not become the smallest room in your home. It must also be big enough to accommodate all of the family members. Preferably, it can even accommodate guests and friends, too.
The bigger the living room, the better it is for our home’s positive qi. You would soon realize that spending more time in this space is influencing the positive relationship that you have with your family.
Pick Feng Shui Colors
Just like any other room in your home, the hues that you pick must also influence the balance of energy there. Bold colors like black and red must be kept to a bare minimum while pastel colors are favored. Go for delicate hues like green, yellow, and even the neutrals.
Don’t paint the northern wall blue as it will create an unfriendly and cold feeling in that space. Make sure also that the placement of the furniture is not impeded in any way. Do not cram the furniture pieces as this will block the positive qi yet again.
The airier your living room, the better for your Feng Shui.
The armchairs and the couch must be situated in a way that they are not directly facing the front door.
Place the TV in spots where there is positive energy. It can have the power to amplify these positive energies even more.
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Tuesday, February 26th, 2019
Maitland-Smith Accessories Brass Pig with Dish is auspicious this year of the Earth Pig.
Did you know that the words feng shui actually mean wind and water, respectively? To the Chinese, this is all about the environment’s effects on the lives of human beings. They believe that energies exist in the environment, water, landscapes, mountains, etc. All these natural forces can significantly impact every person.
Since this is so, people should be in the best location to become recipients of the best energies that are meant to improve their health and wealth. On the other hand, people who find themselves in the midst of bad energy are believed to encounter bad luck.
Feng Shui, therefore, is the Placement Art since knowing its rules will help people create an environment that’s geared towards prosperity and health. This is an age-old technique has been among the Chinese people and they have used it to optimize the harmony in their homes and work spaces.
You, too, can create a harmonious and healthy environment if you apply this knowledge. You can use Feng Shui to –
A spot Feng Shui analysis involves a thorough inspection of the directions and dimensions of a space. The consultation will then be based on these readings as the birth data of the house’s occupants are taken into consideration.
The detailed study of the interiors, physical environment, and the occupants’ data all lead to the Feng Shui consult that will be discussed. A physical inspection of the house must be done to provide the needed information.
Check the Outdoors
A huge part of the Feng Shui consultation is to begin by studying the outside of a house. If you live too close to, say, a railroad, then there’d be an effect on the energies that will flow towards your house. Houses that have sloped backyards tend to have challenging Feng Shui so an expert is supposed to realign the energies.
The outdoors must have a garden no matter how small because it will surely invite good energies.
Entryway Feng Shui
Improving the front door Feng Shui is easy. Just don’t block the entry with old pots, recycling bins or shoes and you should be fine. Since you’re supposed to channel and welcome good energy, then make sure that there is no staircase that’s directly facing your front door. Make sure also that the front door is not directly aligned to your back door.
Remember that the front door serves as the mouth of qi (chi) so this must be given ample attention during Feng Shui consultation.
Living Room Feng Shui
The living room is a pretty busy area in any home this is why you should have nothing but good energy there. Check the baguas that you place in that room as well as the family room.
The bagua or pa kua is a Feng Shui tool that’s known to provide energy for homes, offices, and gardens. This is the energy map of any space which are connected to particular areas in your life.
Bagua means eight areas and these correspond to the eight areas of a person’s life namely –
Bedroom Feng Shui
This is the most important room of a house so be sure to use Feng Shui there.
This room must be free from gadgets such as computers, TV and exercise equipment. The air must also freely flow in this space so make sure that there is daylight during the morning.
Kitchen Feng Shui
This is the heart of your home so the energy here must be one of abundance and wealth.
Here are some don’ts for the kitchen –
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Wednesday, December 26th, 2018
Increase the level of comfort in the family room by adding the Jessica Charles Living Room Deana Chaise 365.
The end of the Second World War was a moment mourned throughout the world. War veterans went back home, families cried over their lost loved ones, and they, together with the rest of the world’s population treaded on to get out of the Great Depression. At the time, the middle class started to rise and the demand for family rooms increased.
Family rooms became the embodiment of casual living as it offered space that’s meant for relaxation and family bonding. Those who clamored for family room wanted one that was utopic and one that strayed from the class lines. This was, after all, a room that lacked the formality of the traditional living room or parlor.
The Function of a Family Room
The family room’s purpose was not clear at first, as it seemed to focus only on leisure. But pretty soon, it became necessary for this room to become multifunctional. First, wives began asking for a separate spot for their household chores and the place where their family members gathered.
Living room became a space for entertainment and display and the humble family room became the zone where members of the family could let their hair down, so to speak.
But what’s the huge difference between the living room and the family room?
As early as the 17th century, guests were welcomed in living rooms. There are now more homes with more relaxed living rooms but there are still homes – especially the larger ones – where they are still formal. Others even refer to it as a grand living room.
The family room is similar to the living room because it’s also a place where the family gathers. This can be a place for relaxation and they tend to be kid-friendly.
Family Room Essentials
It is not a secret that family rooms can be a challenge to set up. No matter how simple the concept or theme in this room may be, it could get taxing setting it up especially when you have no idea where to begin.
So to help you on your endeavor here are the essentials that every family room needs –
Lots of seating. Be sure to set up ample comfortable seats for every family member plus some guests who could suddenly pay a visit. Try setting up a sectional if you have limited space to work with. Comfy pillows would also come in handy.
Warmth. And what’s a family room without a warm glow of fire in the evenings? That traditional wood fireplace, electric or gas units would all provide the warmth that you need in this room.
Comfy underfoot. A soft area rug or carpet is a must-have for every family room. Just imagine relaxing your feet on the carpet or rug while you gather during the evenings to share stories.
Lovely hues. Choose a color that’s relaxing to everyone’s eyes. Find out how to fill up the space with the palette that you pick. Greens and blues are the most relaxing while oranges and yellows are energy inducing.
Television. Plan a spot for your TV set. Find an entertainment set that will hold your TV along with your other entertainment gadgets and equipment. Leave some room for the DVD player, your DVD collection, speakers, and other equipment.
A place for everything. Make sure that there aren’t only shelves and drawers but more storage spaces for your books, game boards, magazines, and CDs. These should not be stored insomuch that they can no longer be accessed when they are needed.
And talk of out of reach, you should also have a shelf that’s high enough for your breakable accents to be placed on. Your little ones must not be able to reach this level easily.
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Monday, August 13th, 2018
See both beauty and function in this Fine Furniture Design Cachet Bookshelf.
Bookcases or bookshelves, more often than not, become the permanent homes for most college textbooks or personal collections that you can’t seem to have the heart to throw or give away. This piece of furniture may seem like another furnishing in your home but its rich history reveals that there is a lot more that it can offer any modern home.
At about the time when the codex was first seen in the first century, open bookcases housed to forms of books – the cylindrical rolls as well as the flat and rectangular codex. These were slowly seen as not-so-pretty ways of binding books so people began hiding their books while some built trunks and armoires for the sake of transporting their book collections.
Yet these trunks were not easily accessible so the bibliophiles had to think of ways to have their books within sight and easy reach. The next 1,400 years showed shelves that displayed books the conventional way – spine out and piled horizontally.
Bookshelves became popular in the ‘30s as publishers and architects, alike, promoted this piece of furniture. This joint effort became a way of encouraging people to buy books.
Bookshelf as a Piece of Art
One good way to be different when decorating your bookshelf is to see it as artwork. To do this, you must, first, have an outline of what you would want to accomplish. And since this is a piece of art, it must have some sort of organization. It must also be flexible since you will constantly add and take away contents from it.
Do not be afraid to unleash your creative side. Only the most creative minds can see a bookshelf as a sort of art installation. It must show meaning and purpose. The overall look must be a fusion of shapes, colors, and style which reflect the theme that you used in your home.
The most common rooms where bookshelves are found are the living room and the office. With this in mind, design your bookcase in a way that it also becomes a conversation starter.
Order in Chaos
As soon as you have decided on the kind of shelf that you’re going to use, it’s time to put order to chaos. Begin by finding a clean spot in your home then layout out all the books and knickknacks that you would use in stylizing the bookshelf.
It’s not bad to be picky about the stuff that you will use. Pick pieces that will help tell a story or even evoke memories through their shapes and colors. Once order is done using colors or shapes, then clutter is visually reduced and the meaning that you’re trying to convey now becomes more powerful.
Of course, the easiest things to consolidate are your books. If you like referencing, then you can organize the books according to their genre or to their design. If you’re more moved with visuals then go for color and size organization. You can also restack the books from smallest to largest or vice versa.
As soon as the books are organized, you can then move to the objects. Use anything from vases to bowls, even small clocks, and decorative boxes.
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The Stabilizing Bookends
What better way is there to stabilize books than to use bookends? The right pair can add to the style of your bookshelf this is especially when you don’t have a sculptural object to display.
Bookends have a great beginning. These are those pieces of art that can be used to hold the books on both ends just like an anti-diluvial. Bookends logically hold the books that are arranged vertically. They do not just help the books stand erect, they also preserve the books by preventing them from being deformed when they lean for an extended period of time.
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Saturday, June 30th, 2018
Hooker Furniture Living Room Esme 4 PC Power Sectional
For thousands of years, people have been using furniture to make homes and offices more comfortable or suitable. The very concept of furniture began in 3100-2500 B.C. The most ancient pieces that were created for household use were initially made of stone. Wood wasn’t readily available at that time. The first few pieces of furniture were beds, dressers, cupboards.
Back then, it was the dresser that was made in abundance. This was apparent in the number of dressers that were seen facing the entrances of homes. As the modern years came, furniture became more functional although they still kept the artistic looks that they used to have during the Neolithic era.
Chairs have become more than just a piece to sit in. It has become a symbol of relaxation, comfort, and even luxury in many modern homes. This piece of furniture has changed a lot throughout history. There are many types of chairs depending on how you want to use them. There are folding chairs, dining chairs, lawn chairs, patio chairs, etc. There are also ottomans, recliners, coffee table chairs, and the couch.
Protege Upholstery’s Amelia Sectional Two Seat Armless
Shopping for a Sectional
If you have been craving for a sectional, then you have to know that there are three shapes to begin with. The L-shaped, U-shaped, and the semi-circular type. Know the configuration according to your lifestyle and needs. In order to figure this out, you need to draw a floor plan. Have your room drawn to a scale then cut the squares and do some trial and error. Do as many combinations as you can.
Would the length of your living room require one end of your sectional to be much longer? Would you require extra seating? When working with a small space, you just might end up with a chaise. Larger homes can allow larger seats such as a sectional sofa.
Another thing that you need to consider is the traffic pattern in the room where the sectional will be placed. A rule of thumb is to place the seat on the side where there’s less traffic (preferably the least amount).
RAF or right art facing label on your sectional means the arm will be on your right as you look at the seat. LAF means left arm facing with the arm on your left side as you face the furniture. As soon as you have decided on the configuration, it’s time to check if the dimensions are accurate.
Majority of sectionals have a substantial depth, meaning, you have to carefully measure your current sofa’s width and then ask whether you would need to have more seating space. Measure also the height of the sectional especially when you don’t want your feet hanging off.
Know also if the sectional will be able to slide through the doorway when it is going to be delivered. A sectional can be one or two pieces, again, depending on how they are going to be transported and eventually placed inside your home.
Positioning the Sectional
When your sectional was successfully delivered to your home, then it’s time to arrange the room where it’s supposed to go. Check the color and scale coordination so that harmony would be maintained. You need to understand a bit of furniture placement so that you can create a laidback atmosphere according to your needs.
Sectional sofas might be awkward to place. Don’t automatically push it against the wall. This is not your only option. Create an intimate seating arrangement instead. Place a coffee table in the middle of the room. Position the sectional around the table leaving ample room to access the seats and push any footstool.
Don’t forget about balance, too. Position an equally large piece of furniture right across the sectional. Create symmetry with your seating units.
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Thursday, May 3rd, 2018
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The bookshelf has gone a long way from the time when it first appeared in history. Around the moment when codex was first recorded during the first century A.D., open shelves have also made their first appearance. These housed the cylindrical scrolls during that time plus the rectangular codex.
Texts were soon hidden and were stored in trunks, armoires, and just about any container that can help transport books. These were great for mobilization but not for their easy access. Unsurprisingly, in the next 1,400 years or so, books began to be shelved. According to Henry Petroski, who was a civil engineering and history professor, recorded that books have been stored in every possible way except having the spine out.
It wasn’t until the 1930s when bookshelves became prevalent since they were already being promoted by many book publishers.
A bookshelf is now seen as a necessary part of every living room, home office, and even some kitchens, and bedrooms. This one piece of furniture can make a room a lot better space to live in. Just imagine a room with a lot of books that are all cluttering and making a mess as they are stacked in a corner. This is not a desirable vision to look at. Plus, having this sight can give you a headache once it’s time to look for that special edition that you wanted to peruse.
The bookshelves are found in many different places apart from the ones already mentioned. There are also bookshelves in shops and large offices. So, whether it is a residential or commercial setting, you are bound to see this useful piece of furniture.
So what are the advantages of having a usable bookshelf?
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Space Saver
The right kind of bookshelf, when placed against or mounted on the wall, can have amazing storage results. This now comes in different sizes and designs, thus, you can use this versatile piece of furniture to organize your home.
You can also choose from wooden shelves or the glass ones. There are many different materials to choose from but wood remains at the very top of this list.
You can also fit smaller bookshelves right under the staircase. This is an amazing utilization of space. This kind of setup is best for smaller homes.
Easy, Immediate Access
The bookshelf makes book access a lot easier. These now come with the most flexible configurations so you can arrange your book collections according to your preference and needs. So that special edition that you have been looking for in a very long time can now be seen much easier, thanks to the racks that prominently display your collections.
Amazing Appeal
A lot of homeowners add bookshelves for the right appeal. The bookworms, most especially, like to flaunt their own collections of books by adding the most appealing bookshelves in their homes. You can now present your books immaculately whether you choose a wood cabinet or not.
Wooden bookshelves can also give your home a nice traditional touch. They can also prevent dust and moisture from destroying your collections.
Multiple Options
There are now a lot of choices to look at. Bookshelves can be corner shelves, ladder shelves, wall-mounted types, tower cabinets, or glass shelves. Pick the style and material that you want and arrange your book collections soon.
Decide also on the size of the bookshelf that is perfect for your collection. If you have bigger books, then you will need a bigger rack or shelf. Surf through our choices of bookshelves here.
See which ones would match your current furnishings in your home.
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