I saw a sofa that I really liked in a home decorating magazine the other day. How can I find out who makes it and where to buy it?
Sometimes magazines will offer readers an advertising index in the back of the magazine or a reader's resource listing, if the furniture was included in a photo accompanying an article. If neither of those help you, try taking the magazine into your local furniture store and a sales representative should be able to help you. You should also try the Furniture Finder featured on this site – it can help you find the piece you're looking for.
We are in the process of redecorating our house, and we are getting rid of a lot of old, but usable furniture in good condition. Do you have any ideas as to what we can do with it?
Many local charities might be willing to accept your furniture, like a halfway house, a children's cancer treatment dormitory for parents or a shelter for abused women. Your place of worship or local YMCA also might want it for their recreation area.
I want to keep my house looking stylish and fresh, but I can't afford to redecorate every year. What are less expensive things that I can do to keep my furniture up-to-date?
Accessories, like picture frames, vases, decorative boxes, and lamps, are a wonderful way to update without having to completely start over. Another way to update, is to just buy one new piece of furniture at a time.
I like the look and feel of leather, but I'm afraid I can't afford it. Are there any furniture manufacturers who make less expensive leather upholstery?
Leather is available at virtually all price points today. And leather has some wonderful, practical qualities – it is easy to care for, cool in the summer, warm in the winter and is friendly to kids and pets – crumbs and dog hair are simple to remove.
