{"id":2700,"date":"2020-02-15T19:08:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-16T00:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.himorty.com\/blog\/?p=2700"},"modified":"2023-09-08T20:58:45","modified_gmt":"2023-09-09T01:58:45","slug":"whats-the-rush-common-home-decorating-mistakes-new-homeowners-can-make","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/home-improvement\/whats-the-rush-common-home-decorating-mistakes-new-homeowners-can-make","title":{"rendered":"7 Common Decorating Mistakes New Homeowners Can Make"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-decoraid-shares-tips-on-what-to-buy-now-and-what-to-add-later\">DecorAid shares tips on what to buy now, and what to add later.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve saved. You\u2019ve methodically shopped around. Now you\u2019re ready to move into the right home for your needs. But one question remains: how do you begin decorating it? <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like Morty has helped reinvent and revolutionize the home buying and mortgage process, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.decoraid.com\/\">high-end interior design experts<\/a> at D\u00e9cor Aid have been trusted with decorating homes from coast to coast thanks to an equally refreshing take on helping clients feel settled in homes they both aspire to and deserve. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So you can begin creating the home of your dreams, we turned to the design firm to help you better understand everything you need to know before you start decorating it.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc  is-style-outline htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">In this article<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><g fill=\"#444\"><path d=\"M15 7H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><path d=\"M15 1H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1zM15 13H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-not-envisioning-the-entire-home\">Not Envisioning The Entire Home<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-rushing-the-process\">Rushing The Process<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-not-testing-paint-colors\">Not Testing Paint Colors<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-pushing-everything-against-the-wall\">Pushing Everything Against The Wall<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-only-shopping-at-one-store\">Only Shopping At One Store<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-not-considering-your-home-s-quirks\">Not Considering Your Home&#8217;s Quirks<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-decorating-for-the-home-you-wish-you-had\">Decorating For The Home You Wish You Had<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-what-to-buy-now\">What to buy now:<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-buy-later\">Buy later:<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-not-envisioning-the-entire-home\">Not Envisioning The Entire Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you\u2019re coming from a small and challenging shared space where your decorative instincts were confined to just your bedroom. Perhaps you were recently living in a studio.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever the case, think about how various rooms throughout your home work together, style-wise. It pays to keep everything consistent with a common thread tying everything together. It could be something as simple as a color scheme, or a design style\u2014no matter what, keep in mind that consistency is key.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-rushing-the-process\">Rushing The Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like no building can be thoughtfully constructed overnight, it\u2019s almost impossible to properly decorate any home in one fell swoop\u2014no matter the size.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of trying to decorate your new home as quickly as possible, relax.  Take your time. Find comfort in the joy of going through the interior design process in a well-judged manner. This way, you\u2019ll save yourself from costly mistakes and furnishings that you won\u2019t like in the long run. And in turn, your home will be all the more stunning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-not-testing-paint-colors\">Not Testing Paint Colors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It goes without saying that painting your home <em>sounds<\/em> like a quick and fun update.  That is, until the first brush stroke gets applied.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of haphazardly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.architecturaldigest.com\/wall-decor-ideas\">painting your walls<\/a>, consider how the color will affect the feel of the room compared to other rooms.Think about how the paint will catch light at different times of day or in different seasons. After all, who\u2019d want to repaint their home every few years on their own because of a rushed and ill-considered choice?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-pushing-everything-against-the-wall\">Pushing Everything Against The Wall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Time and time again, D\u00e9cor Aid interior designers often report a common furniture placement mistake that serves almost no benefit to homeowners\u2014no matter how much space they have to work with. Many homeowners, whether or old or new, have a stubborn tendency to push their furnishings flush against their walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By doing so, you\u2019ll miss the mark on creating intimate conversation areas. Plus, everything-against-the-walls lends the a room a rigid, stuffy feel. Instead, take a cue from parlor-style living rooms. Group furnishings together to keep everything conversational and cozy. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-only-shopping-at-one-store\">Only Shopping At One Store<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By only shopping at one store, you\u2019re certain to give your room a one-note vibe. And you&#8217;ll be replicating a lifeless showroom, at that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since every well-judged home needs a heady mix of d\u00e9cor to make it feel authentic, shop around. Create a mix of various furnishings from different brands and eras to give your home a one-of-a-kind bent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-not-considering-your-home-s-quirks\">Not Considering Your Home&#8217;s Quirks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>More often than not, new homeowners tend to bring their apartment dwelling tendencies with them to their new homes. They work to cover architectural details and oddities they wrongfully consider as blemishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, those architectural features can sometimes work to your advantage. Quirks and peculiarities make your home all the more unique. And while you don\u2019t need to make them central focal points, you should work around them and celebrate them. For now, they\u2019ll make your home feel unique until your next renovation project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-decorating-for-the-home-you-wish-you-had\">Decorating For The Home You Wish You Had<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it pays to be aspirational in some ways, when it comes to your new home, its best to face reality and work with what you do have. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By doing so, you\u2019ll have a much easier time confidently bringing everything together with ease. Plus, you\u2019ll save yourself from costly mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-what-to-buy-now\">What to buy now:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve scored a new home, the most challenging part so far\u2014congrats! Now that you\u2019re ready to move in, here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need on day one, or the very least, some proper substitutes to get you through your first few weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-bed\">Bed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It should go without saying that a bed is probably the single most vital investment you should instantly make for your new home. Sort out your sleeping situation first. The rest will come later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-sofa\">Sofa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even on day one, you\u2019ll need a relaxing spot to sit back and take in your new home. A new couch properly scaled makes for a sound initial investment, and a decorative foundation for when you begin realizing your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-lighting\">Lighting <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>AftIf you don\u2019t already have lamps and other light sources to work with, you shouldn\u2019t be sitting in the dark in your new home. However, just a few lighting sources will do, for now,. Don\u2019t plan on investing too much just yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-window-treatments\">Window Treatments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s too early to splurge on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hgtv.com\/design\/decorating\/window-treatments\/18-clever-window-treatment-ideas-under-18-pictures\">window treatments<\/a> that\u2019ll last a lifetime, you should still make maintaining privacy key. Instead of installing custom treatments from the get-go, source easy-to-install and affordable window treatments that\u2019ll do the trick for now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-kitchen-basics\">Kitchen Basics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From a new coffee maker to a set of mugs, right now\u2019s the time to focus on daily essentials that you just can\u2019t live without.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-personal-touches\">Personal Touches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t want your new home too feel too cold or incomplete. Stay inspired by immediately bringing in a few personal mementos and treasures for instant warmth anda  comforting sense of the familiar. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-buy-later\">Buy later:<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like we mentioned before, take your time when decorating your new home. After all, what\u2019s the rush? Here are a few items that any trusted interior designer will tell you to hold off on for now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-headboard\">Headboard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since a well-designed headboard can make all the difference in bringing your bedroom together, a good one can take some time to source. For now, a straightforward bed will do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-rugs\">Rugs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rugs can be a major investment. They can also work as a starting point when decorating a room. So shop wisely as you\u2019ll want to get the right foundational rug for every room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-decorative-accessories\">Decorative Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Of all the new pieces you plan on bringing into your fresh home, intriguing decorative accessories can be surprisingly elusive. And while they can help finish and punctuate a room, be patient when sourcing decorative accessories. 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