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Decorating your home can be fun but can also feel daunting and confusing.
According to interior designers, here are six common home decor items that you really dont need.
Designers agree that excessive piles of throw pillows on couches and beds are a no-no.
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Five million pillows on your bed look silly and unobtainable.
Keep it minimal withjust a few throw pillowson your couch or bed.
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Oversized Wall Clocks
Wall clockshave become largely decorative rather than functional, especially oversized ones.
Allison Kaminsky ofLola Tucker Interiorscautions that oversized decorative wall clocks can feel visually dominating, especially in small rooms.
Skip the decorative clocks and opt for a unique piece of artwork or set of meaningful family photographs instead.
However, designers advise you to skip the faux arrangements and opt for the real deal whenever possible.
Although maintenance-free, faux flowers can collect dust and look artificial," Kaminsky says.
Wordy Wall Decals
Three words: live, laugh, love.
They are generally meaningless to people and can leave your space feeling tacky and impersonal.
Framed prints and artwork look more sophisticated and timeless and will feel more meaningful in your home.
Mass-Produced Art Prints
Designers agree that mass-produced art prints should be avoided.
They lack sentiment and uniqueness.
The last thing you want is a cookie-cutter home that looks like everyone elses on the block.
“These artworks lack uniqueness and personal connection,” Kaminsky says.
This doesnt have to be a daunting task.
Trust us, youll appreciate the ease of wiping up spilled food and drinks without needing a steam cleaner.
