If you've grown weary of seeing the same mantelpiece, sitting on the same printed sofa and looking at the same wall unit in front of you, then it's about time your home got a fresh new look. When it comes to updating the look of a home, the rising cost of home decoration is certain to bring fear to your heart. But you won't need to worry when you have the correct shopping tips for home decor up your sleeve. Whether it's earning while you spend (yes, really!) or making wise decisions about the products you choose, follow these home decor tricks to save big while ensuring your home looks incredible at the end of it all.
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7 Smart Tips To Follow When Shopping For Home Decor
1. Measure Everything
Before purchasing an accessory or furniture piece, ensure that you take precise measurements of the item you intend to buy as well as of the physical space it will be placed within. Home decor can't be stretched or tightened the way clothes do when you buy the wrong size so prior to buying it, accurate measurements are very important.
2. Make A Budget
Home decor is an expensive category to be shopping within so before you begin renovating your home, set a budget of how much you are willing to spend. That way, you can broaden and tighten your search for items depending on how much you are willing to pay for it without impacting the rest of your savings.
3. Check Quality
You may be an avid shopper of clothes, beauty and lifestyle accessories but the home decor is a world apart and needs to be bought accordingly. Do adequate research to know about high-quality materials and fabrics being used and when shopping, request these details before purchase. Even if you're shopping online, this will give you a realistic idea of the product you are purchasing.
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4. Earn While You Shop
Especially for high-value items in the home decoration category, it can be extremely beneficial to gain cashback for each purchase you make. To earn it, sign up for the NDTV Big Bonus app, provide your email address and phone number, link your debit or credit cards and you're done. Then simply get ready to earn each time you shop using your registered card/s at the thousands of vendors registered on the App.
5. Check Policies
It's important to make note of the policies for return, replacement, refund and warranty before you purchase any home decor product. On the off-chance, that it isn't what you're looking for or it doesn't have the right dimensions or fabric, it can be easily corrected if you are aware of the policies of the product.
6. Make The Most Of Discounts
Keep an eye out for discounts during the end of the season and festive periods as it is during these times that brands tend to offer products at discounted prices. It's ideal to make your purchases during this period to save big bucks without compromising on what you like.
7. Check Costs Carefully
When purchasing home decor, keep an eye out for hidden costs that may not be visible at first glance. These include shipping, packing, carriage and set-up costs, especially for bulky items. Conduct thorough research to find all of these details before you buy the item.
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