With the progress of the times and the change of the environment, many traditional household items that were once household names are slowly withdrawing from our daily lives.
For example, the once ubiquitous vertical water dispenser, traditional toilet brush, and semi-automatic washing machine undoubtedly mark the improvement of our living standards.
In this issue, we're going to list five bedroom essentials that are fading away. Once considered a must-have for the home, these items are now fading into obscurity, and in the future we may only be able to find traces of them in our memories.
1. Hang a TV on the bedside
Ten years ago, when renovating a home, most people would choose to buy two televisions, one in the living room and the other in the bedroom. Since smartphones are not yet widely available, most people spend their time by watching TV. Lying in bed and enjoying a TV show is quite a pleasant thing.
Nowadays, however, it is becoming more and more rare to find a TV in the bedroom. This change is not surprising.
On the one hand, as people's interest in watching TV decreases, even if a TV is installed, it is rarely watched throughout the year. On the other hand, considering the limited space in the bedroom, installing a TV set and equipping it with a TV cabinet will make the space seem more crowded.
In addition, with the advancement of science and technology, modern audio-visual equipment has gone far beyond traditional televisions, and the technology of home projectors has become increasingly mature. Compared with traditional TVs, they are not only smaller and more space-saving, but also can use the wall as a screen, whether it is watching dramas or movies, they can provide a better viewing experience.
2. Roman rod curtains
Our bedroom is a private area, and installing curtains can block out the light and protect privacy, while also beautifying the space. Therefore, curtains have become an indispensable decoration in every home.
In my impression, Roman rods have long occupied a pivotal position in the field of curtains due to their advantages such as easy installation, low cost, and compatibility with traditional European decoration styles.
However, with the change of aesthetic concepts, in recent years, Roman rod curtains have gradually given way to more minimalist orbital curtain boxes in home decoration.
The reason behind this change lies in the shortcomings of the Roman rod itself. For example, the bare design of the pole not only damages the aesthetics and looks outdated, but also has defects in terms of practicality, such as poor movement, difficulty in pulling after a period of use, and most importantly, its poor performance in blocking light.
Looking back at the advantages of the track curtain box, its advantages are particularly prominent. By installing a curtain box, not only does it completely hide the track and top creases, creating a neat and elegant look, but it also further enhances the shading effect. In addition, the cost of installing slide rails is relatively low at present.
3. Tatami bed
The combination of tatami bed and wardrobe was once a popular trend in bedroom design, and was once all the rage due to its excellent storage features, small footprint, and versatility to suit the floor.
However, in recent years, the tatami bed, which was originally hailed as the savior of small apartments, has gradually been abandoned by the public.
The analysis of the cause is mainly due to its inherent defects. For example, the main problem that has been widely criticized is its poor moisture resistance and breathability. Especially in some southern cities, over time, they are prone to problems with mold and insect infestations.
Secondly, although it can be used as a bed, it is still hard and uncomfortable even with the padded, and the comfort is low. In addition, there is the problem of storage and storage, which can be stored, but it is not easy to access. In addition, there are many hygienic dead corners inside the box, and it is extremely difficult to clean.
In addition to the above drawbacks, the cost of tatami beds is also quite expensive. As a result, many people find it more economical to buy a finished bed with a bed box for the same budget.
4. Wall wallpaper
When it comes to bedroom wall decoration, in the early days, wallpaper became the standard decoration option for almost every home. Compared with wall paint, wallpaper shows its irreplaceable advantages: not only is there a variety of patterns and colors, but it is also economical and has a good concealment effect on wall imperfections.
However, in the domestic home decoration market, the popular trend of wallpaper is extremely short-lived and has almost been eliminated. This is because many consumers who have used wallpaper have noticed that wallpaper has a short lifespan, usually only 2 to 3 years, and its inherent defects are indeed excessive.
First of all, due to the large number of seams in the wallpaper, it is very easy to warp the edges or roll the corners after long-term use. Secondly, its poor moisture resistance means that it is prone to mold or swelling when wet. In addition, wallpaper is prone to scratches or damage, and problems such as not being easy to clean are common.
With the progress of the home decoration industry, more innovative wall decoration materials have emerged in the market, such as wall coverings, diatom mud, art paint, etc. These products not only surpass traditional wallpaper in terms of decorative effect, but also have significant improvements in environmental performance and durability.
5. Carpentry cabinet
In the era when whole-house customization was not mainstream, the choice of a family bedroom wardrobe was usually limited to buying finished products or entrusting a carpenter to customize. Compared to finished wardrobes, custom wardrobes offer better space efficiency, flexibility in style and layout, and practicality.
Therefore, the choice of woodworking custom wardrobes used to be the first choice for many families. For example, my old wardrobe was made by a carpenter on site and has been carrying it for more than 30 years. Despite its slightly dated style, it's still solid and usable.
However, in recent years, woodworking custom wardrobes seem to be becoming scarce. In my opinion, there are several reasons behind this.
First of all, good carpentry is becoming more and more difficult to find. At the end of the day, carpentry such as making cabinets is a skilled job. The previous generation of skilled carpenters is gradually aging, while the new generation of carpenters cannot meet the requirements in terms of skills, resulting in an obvious problem of skill discontinuity.
Secondly, the cost is not low. At first, I thought that it would be more economical to ask a carpenter to customize a cabinet than a whole house, but after a comprehensive calculation of the plates, hardware accessories and independent labor costs, I found that compared with the whole house customization, it did not save much. The difference in the price of a wardrobe is not significant.
Third, the appearance is not aesthetically pleasing enough. Although hand-built wooden cabinets are sturdy and durable, they are not as precise as machine-made because they are done by hand. As a result, handmade cabinets are not as beautiful as custom-made products, whether in terms of exterior design, edge closure, or detail refinement.
Therefore, putting aside the designer's interests, the reality is that many decorators do not recommend customers to choose custom wooden cabinets now.
With the gradual reduction of custom cabinets for woodworking, whole-house customization has not become the only option. At present, more and more people tend to install wall-built wardrobes in the bedroom, which is not only less costly, more flexible in the use of space, but also avoids concerns about the environmental friendliness of the panels.
In fact, in addition to the five household items mentioned above, such as gorgeous crystal chandeliers, traditional PVC baseboards, old-fashioned electric fans, etc., are also slowly withdrawing from our lives, which reflects the trend of the development of the times and is inevitable.
Their disappearance not only shows the change of people's aesthetics and the improvement of demand, but also promotes the development of the home improvement industry. Do you still know which household items have been eliminated by the times?
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