In today's society, prices are generally high, and it costs a lot of money to buy anything. Renovation is no exception, expensive and prohibitive. If you want a slightly eye-catching renovation, then the cost is often not less than 100,000. Even if you simply decorate it, it will cost about 60,000 or 70,000 or 70,000 yuan. This is not a small amount for those who need to borrow money to buy a house or make a down payment. Therefore, renovation is a headache, and everyone wants to be able to pretend to be satisfactory with the least amount of money. However, since many people don't understand the details of renovation, they often make various mistakes and even want to redecorate. Therefore, it is very important to learn about decoration in advance. Today, I will summarize some cases of decoration mistakes for you, and I hope you can learn from them and avoid taking the wrong road.
1. Solid wood furniture
Here, we do not discuss the grade of solid wood furniture, but pay attention to its style. Generally speaking, solid wood furniture is dominated by Chinese style. However, nowadays many young people prefer simple, European, or modern and stylish decoration styles. If you choose to buy Chinese-style solid wood furniture, it may give your home a 60s feel and the effect will look old-fashioned. In addition, the price of such solid wood furniture is usually quite high. What's more, when you put solid wood furniture together, it may not match with other appliances and decorations, giving it a nondescript feeling.
2. Round bed
This unique round bed is usually only found in hotels and is not suitable for home. When you try to sleep in bed, you may find that your legs can easily touch the edge of the bed, affecting the quality of your sleep. In addition, due to the special shape of the bed, items such as bedding on the bed also need to be customized, which undoubtedly adds additional costs. What's more troublesome is that it is difficult to find the right peripheral furniture that needs to be matched with this kind of bed, so the owner must think carefully before buying.
3. Latex paint
In modern society, people are paying more and more attention to environmental protection and health, especially when it comes to decoration. Therefore, choosing environmentally friendly latex paint has become the primary consideration for owners. Many people will choose to buy expensive and imported latex paint, thinking that it is more secure. However, in fact, imported latex paint is not necessarily better than domestic ones, and the price is generally higher. In fact, there are many copycat versions of Sino-foreign joint venture products, many of which are produced domestically and then labeled as foreign brands. It is difficult for the average consumer to distinguish the real from the fake. In contrast, the quality of domestic latex paint is not lower than that of imported latex paint, and the price is more affordable. Therefore, when choosing latex paint, owners should pay attention to the environmental performance and cost-effectiveness of the product, rather than blindly pursuing imported brands.
4. Open wine cabinet
It is not necessary to have a wine cabinet in the home dedicated to storing wine. Although wine cabinets can be used to display high-end liquor, which has the effect of decorating and enhancing the sense of grade in the interior, wine cabinets are often overlooked in daily life. If low-grade wine is placed in the wine cabinet, it will reduce the grade of the whole home. In addition, the cleaning of the wine cabinet is also an issue. Due to its special structure and design, wine cabinets are prone to dust accumulation and are very difficult to clean, especially those dead corners that are difficult to reach. Therefore, when considering whether you need a wine cabinet, you need to carefully weigh its practicality and the convenience of cleaning and maintenance.
5. Solid wood flooring
Although solid wood flooring is environmentally friendly, if you don't understand the purchase channel or brand, it is easy to buy counterfeit goods, which is not only expensive, but also may not be able to achieve environmental protection effects, resulting in a waste of money. Even if you actually buy solid wood flooring, you may face some troubles. First of all, solid wood flooring is easy to damage and difficult to maintain in the later stage. Secondly, the moisture-proof performance of solid wood flooring is poor, and it cannot be exposed to water or sun for a long time, otherwise it is easy to be damaged. Therefore, special care is required in daily life to avoid unnecessary losses.
6. Background wall decoration
As the façade of the living room, the TV background wall plays a vital role in the decoration grade of the whole family. However, in order to pursue luxury and beauty, many people will decorate the background wall too fancy, which is actually unnecessary. First of all, the price of TV background walls tends to be high, and the profit margins are also large. Secondly, when the TV installation is completed, the overly fancy background wall may cause visual conflict with the TV, resulting in a reversal of priorities and affecting the viewing experience. Therefore, for the decoration of the TV background wall, it is recommended to be concise, generous, and comfortable, and not to pursue too fancy and cumbersome.
7. Waveguide wire and waist line
In the decoration process, many owners will carry out chic designs on the paving of floor tiles and wall tiles in order to pursue aesthetics, such as the wave guide line on the ground and the waist line of the wall. These decorations can indeed make the space look more aesthetically pleasing, but their use needs to be considered in conjunction with the size of the home's space. For large apartments, appropriate decoration can make the space appear richer and more layered. However, for small homes, too much decoration will not only not have the desired aesthetic effect, but may also cause unnecessary waste. Once furniture and appliances enter the market, the original waistline and waveguide line are likely to be blocked, so for small apartments, simple paving methods are more suitable. When decorating, we should choose the right decoration plan according to the actual needs and the space characteristics of the family to avoid unnecessary waste.
8. Atmosphere lighting
In home renovation, a light source is essential. However, it is sufficient to install a main light source, and there is no need to install too many mood lights, spotlights, downlights, wall lights, etc. These extra luminaires not only increase energy consumption, but may also have adverse effects on vision and melatonin secretion. When decorating, we should choose appropriate lighting sources and avoid excessive use of unnecessary lamps such as mood lights to save energy and protect health.
9. Fresh air system
With the pollution of the social environment, the air quality is gradually decreasing, leading many people to want to breathe fresh air by installing a fresh air system. It is true that the fresh air system can provide fresh air indoors, but if it is not in areas with severe haze such as the north, it is not necessary to buy a fresh air system. Because the installation of the fresh air system involves operations such as making holes in the roof or wall, there are certain safety hazards. In contrast, open windows are a simple, safe and effective way to ventilate. Therefore, it is not advisable to purchase a fresh air system if it is not particularly needed, and indoor air quality can be improved through natural ventilation.
10. Curtain accessories
When buying curtains, many consumers may not know that curtain accessories need to be purchased additionally. The curtain cloth and the curtain rod are separated, and the price of the screw and the track is also different. In addition, if you want to add patterns or special designs to the curtains, you also need to pay extra. Some merchants may take advantage of consumers' ignorance of this aspect and make more profits with these gadgets. Therefore, when buying curtains, be sure to ask about the price, especially for those unfamiliar accessories and additional costs. In this way, you can avoid being deceived by merchants and ensure that your rights and interests are protected.
11. a hanging basket chair
Although the hanging basket chair looks stylish, it is not practical in the average home. If it is not used often, it is likely to be piled up with clutter and waste space. If you are not an internet celebrity or someone who needs it specially, it is recommended not to buy a hanging basket chair. Because it not only takes up space, but it is not very practical, and is more used for decoration or taking pictures. If you do want a hanging basket chair, consider a fold-out design for easy storage and movement, or choose a chair that is practical and versatile to meet your daily needs.
12. a bathtub
A bathtub is a large item in the bathroom, especially for those with less space. If family members don't get into the habit of bathing, then installing a bathtub may not be a wise choice. Because the usage rate is not high, and installation and cleaning are relatively cumbersome. Therefore, if the bathroom space at home is limited, and the family does not take a bath often, it is recommended not to install a bathtub to avoid waste of space and unnecessary trouble. If you do need it, opt for a smaller bathtub or a fold-out bathtub to make better use of the space.