12 items interior designers would NOT waste money on

Aqeelah Bawa-Osman Aqeelah Bawa-Osman
Loaf's 2015 Collections, Loaf Loaf Modern living room
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Some design trends are here to stay, while others change, adapt or just disappear altogether, and if you are considering adding a stylish décor to your home, you may want to read this homify feature for tips by interior designers on items that you should definitely not be wasting money on to decorate your home in 2017.

1. A wooden floor and pets

You may think that a hairy carpet with your long haired Persian cat is a terrible idea, but a scratched wooden floor is just as bad.

2. White statement furniture

White might look fantastic for a minimalist home, but it just isn’t practical, it gets grubby quickly and can date too.

3. Slip covers

You're not at a 1990’s wedding or your grandma’s house… let your stylish chairs breath.

4. A garden that needs maintenance

Always work for less work, which includes the up keep of your garden. Go with a simple, stylish and stunning idea instead.

5. Statement splashbacks and colours

Stick to some classic ideas to revamp your kitchen and it will never be out of style.

6. Kids furniture

We all like the idea of giving our kids the things we couldn’t afford growing up, but elaborate kids furniture is something that they can outgrow or quickly tire from, while also being a drag to assemble.

7. Fads

You may fancy yourself a techno-geek, but purchasing every item on the market will just take up space in your home.

8. Oversized, bright furniture

Pudding Sofa Loaf Modern living room Sofas & armchairs

A bright colour sofa might seem like a good idea in the furniture store, but it’s best to add subtle accent hues to your home and opt for neutral colour furniture.

9. Retro items

A vibrant, vintage edge is very different to something from your grandma’s house, so consider the value and look of the piece first before including it in your own home.

10. Fancy drapes

Blinds or shutters are a simple, stylish and low maintenance alternative to custom drapes.

11. Generic art

You don’t want your home to look like a bring hotel hallway.

12. Large statement items

Impulse buying is probably how most people end up with large, ugly items of furniture. Go home and think about how it will look in the home before you make the purchase. Are you guilty of these 10 decor mistakes that can be avoided (yet we commit constantly)?

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