Upholstering and furnishing your home is the first step to a comfortable and cozy home. Whether you've just moved into a new home, or want to give your current interior a makeover, upholstering can make a big difference. It can be a fun and creative activity, but what should you really look for when upholstering and decorating your home? Sander Groen, Managing Director and co-owner of Woonmode in Rijswijk gives you seven valuable tips in this guest blog.
1. Make an upholstery plan
Before you start upholstering your home, it is useful to make an upholstery plan. In it you can indicate which rooms you want to upholster, which materials you want to use and how you want to organize the room. You can also indicate which colors and patterns you want to use, so that you create a coherent whole. Get inspired by Pinterest and beautiful interior design magazines, or make an appointment with an interior design consultant!
2. Determine your style
Before you start upholstering your home, it is important to determine your own style. Do you like a modern, clean design or a classic, country style? By determining your style, you can start looking for fabrics and products that suit your taste. The styles we use can be viewed here.
3. Choose the right fabrics
When upholstering your home, choosing the right materials is essential. Think about what kind of floor you want, this is the basis. Furthermore, the finish of your walls is an important choice. For example, will you go for plastered walls, renovlies or wallpaper? But window coverings are also very decisive for the final atmosphere. In addition to your floor, wall and window coverings, you can further decorate your home with furniture and fun products such as rugs and decorative pillows. When choosing materials, pay attention to quality, durability and ease of maintenance.
4. Consider functionality
It is also important to consider the functionality of the materials. For example, if you have pets or small children, it is advisable to choose fabrics that are easy to clean and can take a beating. It is also useful to consider the light in your home and adjust the choice of your curtains accordingly.
5. Choose quality
Quality is also a determining factor when upholstering your home. Replacing floors, wallpaper or curtains is generally not something you do every year. Therefore, you should preferably choose products and materials that are not only comfortable and beautiful, but also durable. Ask for swatches and where possible test the products before you buy them and look at the durability of the fabrics.
6. Determine your budget
Upholstery for the average home can be quite pricey, but don't skimp on quality. What we often see is that a floor that is cheaper often doesn't “fit” or satisfy nicely. In addition, you are more likely to see scratches (for example, with PVC flooring) or wear and tear (for example, with carpet). You can save quite a bit initially when you go for a cheaper variant, but your home's upholstery may need replacing again sooner. And that way you don't save money. Therefore, the same goes for upholstery: cheap is expensive.
7. Find the right partner
If you have doubts about which fabrics, colors or patterns best suit your home, do not hesitate to seek advice. A professional interior designer or stylist can help you make the right choices. They have the knowledge and experience to transform your wishes into a beautiful upholstered interior of quality.
And they not only help you make the right choices, they can also take all the work off your hands and finish everything nicely. After all, if you don't know exactly what you're doing, a mistake is easily made. Laying a laminate floor might work, but don't try your hand at linoleum or PVC flooring. If the subfloor is not completely even, you will see unevenness right through your new floor. The professionals at Woonmode specialize in laying floors and all kinds of other upholstery work. This way you can be sure that everything will be nicely finished and you are guaranteed years of living pleasure!
And they not only help you make the right choices, they can also take all the work off your hands and finish everything nicely. If you don't know exactly what you are doing, a mistake is easily made. Laying a laminate floor might work, but don't try your hand at linoleum or PVC flooring. If the subfloor is not completely even, you will see unevenness right through your new floor. The professionals at Woonmode specialize in laying floors and all kinds of other upholstery work. So you can be sure that everything will be finished off neatly and you are guaranteed years of enjoyment!
Upholstery combined with furnishing
Like us, by paying attention to the above points, you create the basis for an interior that is not only beautiful and durable, but also comfortable and functional. No time to look for a party to make sure the walls, windows and floor are presentable? In combination with our furniture, we also provide additional services and upholstery services upon request.
By working with our preferred partners, we arrange upholstery to match the rest of the interior so that all aspects of the design are optimally matched. In this way, we ensure a smoothly running project and relieve you of your worries. So besides an interior, do you also need suitable upholstery? We are happy to coordinate all aspects of your design.
