Inspiration 7 decorating mistakes almost everyone makes

We’ve all made that one interior decoration mistake that made us think: “why on earth did I like that in my house?” Trying something different – even though it happens to be extremely unattractive – is not a bad thing to do. Replacing an item doesn’t take too long!

However, some decoration mistakes will always return. Some of them appear in every house. HomeDeco lists all the points and helps you to break these habits.

1. Neglecting the hallway

First impressions last, we all know that. It’s the same for your home. What you see is what you get. Still, people pay too little attention to the hallway; even though it’s the first – and last - thing your visitors will see. Such a pity!

How to break this habit:

Strike while the iron is still hot! Pay more attention to your hallway. Make it spectacular by adding a personal, remarkable item. Say yes to impress!





2. Lighting failures

One of the hardest aspects of home decoration: lighting. Finding the balance between dark and light is a big deal and we have to admit; in a house with just a couple of windows it’s a real challenge.

How to break this habit:

The appropriate solution is a dimmer. Use one for every lamp to regulate the lighting balance at any time. Furthermore, usage of different light sources will do the trick. Instead of one big ceiling lamp, choose a desk lamp, a shade floor lamp and a hang lamp. Read more about it here (point 7).





3. Built-in refrigerators

Built-in refrigerators do not particularly play a decisive role in creating a personal and warm ambiance in your kitchen. Looking for a refrigerator for your office or restaurant? Go for it. But regarding your own house, you might want to pick a more atmospheric item.

Why you want to break this habit:

Do you want a cosy kitchen? Why not try a coloured detached refrigerator.





4. All-white wooden furniture

Rome wasn’t built in one day, and neither was your interior. People want to design their home all at once and become lazy in choosing colours. And preferably: white and wooden. It’s everywhere. White dyed wooden cabinets, stools, tables et cetera. It makes sense, because white is an easy colour and fits to everything. But, act differently and pick another colour!

How to break this habit:

Take your time to add some different tones to your interior. Try to think a little bit outside the box!





5. Pushing everything against the wall

Many people are urged to push all their furniture against the wall. Don’t do that! Or do you want to shout to have a proper conversation?

How to break this habit:

By (literally) giving your furniture a little space, you will create a more intimate interior. Remember: you want to live in your home.





6. Hording

A small collection, like old cameras, could be a fun thing to show and might add a personal touch to your interior. But, collecting too many things could turn into hording, eg: stuffing your home completely with cameras. You don’t live in a photo studio, so put some of them away.

How to break this habit:

Pick the right spot to exhibit your collection. Out of space? Then stop collecting. If you still want to collect something, use the ‘1 in, 1 out’ rule or put the rest of your collection away, for example in the bedroom or ceiling.





7. Dining tables just for the use of dining.

The dining table often consumes a lot of space. It’s a pity to use it just for half an hour per day!

How to break this habit:

Create a place where you don’t just want to eat, but spend the entire day at. Invite your friends for a sociable drink, read the newspaper and have a nice and long after-dinner chat. Make use of that big item!



