With a little planning and creativity, you can turn your house into home sweet home without breaking the bank.
Furnish Your First Home in Style, Even on a Budget
Furnish Your First Home in Style, Even on a Budget
Chances are, after saving every penny for a down payment (not to mention paying off all the wedding expenses), you don't have much money left to spend on decorating your first house. But don't worry; with a little planning and creativity, you can turn your house into home sweet home without breaking the bank. And you won't have to give up comfort, individual expression or warmth.
Furnishing a home on a budget is simple if you pay attention to some basic money-saving tips. First, figure out what your needs are by asking yourself the following questions:
Second, dream big. Read through decorating and lifestyle magazines to find your "dream" rooms. What would your house look like if money were no object? Start a file with pictures and ideas that you'd like to copy. Draw up a floor plan of the room or rooms you will be decorating. Make a list of the furniture you currently own, noting what you want to keep and what you'd like to replace.
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Finally, draw up a budget. How much can you realistically afford to spend? Now it's time to go shopping.
One way to save money is to buy "flat-pack," or ready-to-assemble furniture. Ready-to-assemble furniture offers several advantages. First, you don't have to wait for delivery. Because the furniture is in boxes, you can load it in your car and have it in your house the very same day. Another advantage is price. When you invest a little of your own time and labor putting the furniture together, you save money.
Don't let the thought of assembling a large piece of furniture intimidate you. "Today's ready-to-assemble furniture features streamlined designs and fewer parts to assemble," says John Ledek, vice president of marketing and merchandising for Bush Furniture. To help make assembly hassle-free, the company's Web site provides online assembly tutorials, as well as answers to frequently asked questions.
Bush offers a wide selection of ready-to-assemble furniture. The company's Birmingham line is ideal for furnishing a first home. The pieces feature a timeless, classic design with a warm plank cherry finish that will complement any room.
The Birmingham Collection includes bookcases, entertainment centers and desks that can be used in more than one room, providing a coordinated look throughout your home. In addition, the classic design group includes other diverse pieces such as occasional tables for the family room and dresser, chest and headboards for the master or guest bedroom, which allows you to easily mix the pieces with other furniture you already own, whether it is traditional or more modern. "You can have a classic family look at a starter price," said Ledek.
Birmingham and other Bush Furniture lines can be found at local furniture retailers and national retailers such as Sears, or at www.bushindustries.com. To locate a dealer, call (800)950-4782.
Courtesy of ARA Content
One way to save money is to buy "flat-pack," or ready-to-assemble furniture. Ready-to-assemble furniture offers several advantages. First, you don't have to wait for delivery. Because the furniture is in boxes, you can load it in your car and have it in your house the very same day. Another advantage is price. When you invest a little of your own time and labor putting the furniture together, you save money.
Don't let the thought of assembling a large piece of furniture intimidate you. "Today's ready-to-assemble furniture features streamlined designs and fewer parts to assemble," says John Ledek, vice president of marketing and merchandising for Bush Furniture. To help make assembly hassle-free, the company's Web site provides online assembly tutorials, as well as answers to frequently asked questions.
Bush offers a wide selection of ready-to-assemble furniture. The company's Birmingham line is ideal for furnishing a first home. The pieces feature a timeless, classic design with a warm plank cherry finish that will complement any room.
The Birmingham Collection includes bookcases, entertainment centers and desks that can be used in more than one room, providing a coordinated look throughout your home. In addition, the classic design group includes other diverse pieces such as occasional tables for the family room and dresser, chest and headboards for the master or guest bedroom, which allows you to easily mix the pieces with other furniture you already own, whether it is traditional or more modern. "You can have a classic family look at a starter price," said Ledek.
Birmingham and other Bush Furniture lines can be found at local furniture retailers and national retailers such as Sears, or at www.bushindustries.com. To locate a dealer, call (800)950-4782.
Courtesy of ARA Content
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