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[mks_pullquote align=”left” width=”300″ size=”24″ bg_color=”#000000″ txt_color=”#ffffff”]These 5 easy secrets will help you recognize a timeless quality piece from a wolf in sheep’s clothing. [/mks_pullquote][mks_dropcap style=”letter” size=”60″ bg_color=”#ffffff” txt_color=”#000000″]E[/mks_dropcap]very new design challenge is like a blank canvas, and every home is a work of art in progress.
Dining chairs, beds, and sofas are pieces that will see the most traffic and will bear a lot of wear and tear throughout the years. If you know how to choose great quality furniture and care for it properly, these pieces will not only last a lifetime, but can be passed on to your future generations! Take some tips from the professionals as we reveal 5 secrets that will help you choose the best quality furniture for your budget! Experts agree the dining room is the wisest place to invest in custom furniture.
It’s a high traffic area and a space that shows off your exquisite taste in design and décor. High quality furniture will have an even and opaque finish, with no visible brush strokes or bubbles on the surface.
This means a cheaper particleboard construction with thin layers of “solid wood” glued on top.
Furniture companies tend to sell high ticket items made of this material, so make sure you know what you’re buying before you pay. Although faux leather is easy to clean with just a quick wipe of the sponge, it is susceptible to cracking and UV damage caused by sunlight. If you’re buying furniture for a sunny room in your house, leather is a smarter choice in the long run.
The higher the quality of raw materials, cushions, and springs, the more weight will be added to the item.
