MOVING into a fresh, newly built home or painstakingly renovated property can highlight to us that pieces of furniture previously suited our décor now may look outdated and out of place.
There’s no need to blow your budget, as after a house build, the costs of gardens, driveways, blinds and pools can leave not much wriggle room for an entirely new set of furniture.
Here are some ideas for low-cost alternatives to purchasing brand new:
Instead of using your time and energy to sell old pieces, with a simple coat of paint you will be able to transform your time-loved pieces into refreshed, stylish and one-of-a-kind items.
Dark brown, wooden furniture has featured prominently in many homes in recent decades but there has been a strong shift in recent years towards lighter colours and matte finishes. Matte paint is commonly referred to as ‘chalk’ paint.
Scour the many op shops and antique stores across the Greater Shepparton region. Living in a rural area means there are many hidden gems to be found, quaint farmhouse items that just need a lick of paint or a sand and re-stain are in abundance.
Many old chairs still have a wooden frame that is still going strong. All you need is to reupholster such items, either DIY or by the way of using a professional, and you have a good as new set of dining chairs or an accent chair to tide you over.
The 70’s are back and rattan furniture is a big trend at the moment. While rattan furniture is readily available in stores brand new, lots of rattan furniture pops up secondhand, and items can in some cases be re-woven if they develop rips or holes.
