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Planning to furnish your living room? Before heading out to the furniture store or deciding on a design feature, do your research first. Any homeowner would want their living room to be as comfortable and presentable as possible. After all, it is where the whole family gathers to lounge and indulge in some entertainment. It’s also the area where you welcome guests. Below are some answers to common living room design questions.

What Are the Top Living Room Flooring Options?

furniture storeHardwood floors are a popular choice for living rooms. They look beautiful, have a great resale value, and are easy to clean. The downside is they scratch easily. If you have young children or indoor pets at home, one option is to cover it with a durable carpet or a large area rug.

High-end vinyl flooring can help you avoid scratches. They are thinner alternatives to hardwood planks, and they are scratch and stain resistant. There is a wider selection of colors and patterns than hardwood as well.

What Is the Best Paint Color for a Living Room?

A common trick designers use to decide on the color scheme is to pick a shade from the largest pattern in a room. It can be a patterned upholstery, a colorful rug or large piece of artwork. Include your favorite colors or pick shades close to it. The rule of thumb is to use darker colors for the floor, medium colors for the walls and light shades for the ceiling. If you want to play it safe, use neutrals.

What Are the Living Room Essentials?

Focus first on the basic furniture. Start with finding a sofa or couch, armchair, center table, and side table at a furniture store before jumping into other design options. You may add in all the extra pieces later which include the ottomans, extra seats, rugs, accent tables, throw, etc. Buy quality pieces with sturdy frames and resilient cushions. They may cost a little more, but they last much longer.

What Is the Best Way to Arrange a Living Room?

Avoid a dead space in the middle of the room by not pushing your furniture against the walls. Create a better sense of balance by pulling out your sofa and other seating at least 12 inches from the wall. Provide 3 feet of walking space around the room to prevent bumping into furniture. Decide on a focal point—most choose a TV or fireplace—and angle seating to face that direction.  

 

If you need beautiful, high-quality living room furniture, drop by 222 Furniture Gallery of Paterson, NJ. With over 30 years of experience, their team will help you find beautiful furniture items and offer expert decor advice. This furniture store has a wide selection of pieces from couches, tables, beds, home decor and more. Call them today at (862) 239-9195.

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