If you live in a multigenerational household, you aren’t alone. An estimated 64 million Americans report living in multigenerational households. Experts define a multigenerational household as including two or more adult generations or including grandparents plus grandkids below 25. When you have such a diversity of age ranges at home, the right furniture ensures everybody’s safety, convenience, and comfort. This guide gives you the low-down on the best furniture choices for multigenerational living. Why Multigenerational Living Arrangements Matter Multigenerational living is good for everybod ..read more

A patio is a perfect spot for entertaining outdoors, whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or enjoying a romantic glass of wine with your spouse. Furnishing your patio makes it more functional and increases the likelihood that you’ll use it. You’ll probably enjoy entertaining guests – and will even reap the rewards in terms of health, as spending more time outdoors can boost wellbeing. Unfortunately, you can’t enjoy your patio all year round. When it’s below zero, odds are you’d rather curl up indoors. Taking steps to protect patio furniture in winter ensures that it’s ready for use come s ..read more

Buying quality furniture requires some research and understanding. If you’re thinking of purchasing leather furniture, or reupholstering with leather, the following information can help you make an informed decision. Understanding Leather Production True, genuine leather comes from animal hides. That may sound simple, but the leather you select for your sofa or chair has gone through quite a process to get to that point. The quality of hides may vary greatly, depending on the type of animal, their location, and how they lived. It’s a lengthy process to take the hide through all the stages, fro ..read more

Thinking about building a man cave in your home? Rooms like this often include a custom design based on the use of the space. The theme may dictate what type of furniture to use, but here are some other man cave choices to consider. According to Wikipedia, and thousands of man cave owners, this space is a retreat designed for solitude, hobbies, or socializing with friends. Your space may be used for watching the latest sporting event on a big screen TV. It could include a high-end billiards table and well-stocked bar. Maybe you’ll turn it into a gaming room with a huge movie area. Or maybe it ..read more

Pets make great family members, until they start destroying things. Your once-perfect living room furniture may start looking worn quickly if Fido or Fifi have named that beautiful couch as their favorite nap spot. If you’re shopping for furniture or are ready to reupholster what you have, there are some tips for pet-friendly fabric choices. Problems with Pets on Furniture The kids may love it when Fido jumps up on the couch during family TV time. Or perhaps fluffy Fifi’s best sunning spot is the top of your favorite wing back chair. Sooner or later, their lounging choices will become obvious ..read more

Summertime backyard parties, pool gatherings, cookouts and family fun all mean the patio furniture is finally getting used after being stored all winter! Here are some simple care tips to keep your investment looking great during throughout the season. Find out the best methods to clean your outdoor patio furniture. Power washing the deck to clean it off for the season might be a good thing, but it might be too strong for some of the patio furniture. Know what the manufacturer suggests for each item you have. Avoid abrasive, harsh chemicals that could pit, scratch, or stain. Getting overly agg ..read more

Spring and summer in Michigan bring many activities that normally don’t happen during colder weather. Outdoor auctions and estate sales are a couple of places where you can find solid, quality antique or vintage furniture that’s crying out for a new owner and fresh love. If you’re new to auctions, ask questions about the furniture you might find. There are often either family stories or historical significance to household furnishings being sold. You might discover a wing-back reading chair that is hundreds of years old! The stories behind the furniture are often what make them special. Perhap ..read more

Eclectic interior design often combines different styles of furniture and time periods together in the same room. When done right, it can look like a magazine feature layout. Family room furniture should fit the needs of each person in the home – from those who want soft comfort to those looking for firm support in a chair. But, for an upscale appearance, the differences in furniture types and styles need to blend well and complement each other. A modern great room often includes the dining area, living room, study area, and kitchen. Here are some ideas to harmonize them for a cohesive look wh ..read more