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4 Ways To Know It's Time for New Furniture

What You've Been Avoiding for too Long

By Finnegan PiersonPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
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Furniture is an expensive investment that is a crucial component in the feel and comfortability of your home. It can be easy to get attached to certain pieces or avoid replacing your old beat up living room set, but how do you know when it is time to be out with the old and in with the new? Here are four signs that it is time to bite the bullet.

You Are Uncomfortable

There are few things more frustrating than waking up from a long night's sleep unrested and with a crick in your neck. It is essential for your health to get quality sleep, and if your old, lumpy mattress isn't doing the trick, you need to call a mattress removal service. That way, you won't have to worry about dragging anything to the dumpster, and you can focus your efforts on finding the bed of your dreams. So long are the days of walking into a mattress store and laying on ten different beds. You might be surprised what you can buy on the internet— a bed-in-a-box is one of the most popular options.

You Are Spending Money Fixing Broken Furniture

If you find yourself charging your card for couch covers, a mattress topper or another quick-fix, then you might as well spend that money on revamping your space. It is a pain to find furnishings that match your style and fit in your home, but at least you will know you are making an investment that will last. There are plenty of sites like Afterpay, Sezzle and Quadpay that allow big purchases to split into interest-free payments. This is a valuable resource that is extremely helpful when buying expensive items. All that to say, buying new furniture is a better choice than wasting money trying to fix something that is too far gone.

You Avoid Having Company Over

If you are worried about having friends and family over because of the functionality and look of your furniture, it is time to make a move. While it would be nice to purchase all new items, sometimes, that is not in the budget. The good news is, you can visit your local thrift shop and consignment store to look for high-quality, gently used items. There is no shame in being smart with your purchases and keeping your finances in mind. Whenever people leave town on a whim, it is easier to get rid of everything they own versus taking it with them, so you may be shocked by what you can find.

You Catch Yourself Looking at Furniture

You will know new furniture is on the top of your priority list when you catch yourself shopping online every day. Maybe you even glance through the magazines that come in the mail before you chuck them in the recycling bin. Either way, buying a new kitchen table is on your mind, whether your husband likes it or not! Be sure you are saving all the pieces that pique your interest so you can be on the lookout for any sales. Another great way to get a discount on your purchase is by signing up for marketing emails from the brands you love. If you are subscribing to their email list for the first time, they may send you a welcome note with a discount code.

Measuring your home for new furniture is a monotonous task, but it is nothing in comparison to feeling uncomfortable in your own home. Waking up feeling more exhausted than the night before makes it hard to stay motivated and be at the top of your game. If you need a good excuse to purchase new items, remember that your downtime is how you can manage your busy lifestyle. Without a cozy bed and pleasant seating area, it is hard for you to stay on track. Functional furniture has a direct correlation with your success and should be a pressing matter.

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