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The 10 Best Brands for Budget-Friendly Bedroom Furniture (That Aren't IKEA)Design Ideas
The Swedish retailer is always a great option, but these other wallet-friendly brands will broaden your horizons.
Blair Donovan
Feb 13, 2022
How to Revamp Your Space with Just $25, $50, $75, or $100
Style
Small budgets, big impact! Refresh any room (in style) without breaking the bank.
Blair Donovan
Oct 28, 2021
10 Luxe Pottery Barn Finds That Look Expensive but Are Under $100
Shopping
Budget-friendly *and* beautiful.
Alyssa Longobucco
Oct 20, 2021
This $10 Find Is the Reason I Always Have Homemade Sauce in My FreezerDesign Ideas
Portioning out soups and sauces just got that much easier.
Nilina Mason-Campbell
Oct 13, 2021
The Reddit Trick That’ll Keep Your Food Storage Containers Looking Like NewDesign Ideas
Even the reddest red sauce is no match for this.
Ashley Abramson
Sep 6, 2021
8 Ways to Rearrange Your Fridge So You Actually Eat All Your FoodDesign Ideas
And save time and money in the process.
Kara Nesvig
Sep 5, 2021
20 Dorm Finds Under $20 That Are Stylish Enough for Regular Homes, TooDesign Ideas
Because style doesn't have to cost a fortune.
Carrie McBride
Aug 11, 2021
TikTok’s Simple Hack on How to Save Money While Shopping for Home DécorDesign Ideas
The viral hack currently has over 60,000 likes.
Emma Kershaw
Aug 7, 2021
Here's the Only Chore You Need to Check Off Your List This Weekend
Weekend Projects
I'm giving you a super low-lift, completely easy-effort home task that you can do from the hammock at your cousin's house, one-handed with an icy beverage in the other.
Shifrah Combiths
Jul 2, 2021
This Store Is the Best Kept Secret for Boho and Cottagecore DecorDesign Ideas
On a budget? Nothing here is over $30!
Andie Kanaras
Jun 18, 2021
This Is the Most Expensive Decorating Mistake Designers Have Made Design Ideas
Designers say this rookie mistake could really cost you.
Caroline Biggs
Jun 18, 2021
The Best-Looking Side Tables for $50 or LessDesign Ideas
Spent your room's total budget on that super comfortable new sofa with little left for accents? We've got you covered with an affordable assortment of great-looking side tables.
Michelle Gage
Jun 3, 2021
My Entire Family Swears By This Teeny-Tiny $12 Milk FrotherDesign Ideas
Turn a frappé into a ritual, rather than a luxury.
Andie Kanaras
May 4, 2021
9 Easy Hacks That Help Busy People Save Money at the Grocery StoreDesign Ideas
Sometimes buying the name-brand orange juice is the smart choice.
Kara Nesvig
May 1, 2021
3 Living Room Items Home Experts Say Are Always Worth the Extra MoneyDesign Ideas
Here's where to splurge.
Grace Cassidy
Apr 9, 2021
10 Easy, Money-Saving Changes That Will Make Your Kitchen Much GreenerDesign Ideas
Why pick between being eco-conscious and thrifty when you can do both?
Yasmin Gulec
Apr 7, 2021
This $40 Target Lamp Is So Nice That I Bought It TwiceDesign Ideas
And again!
Sarah Lyon
Apr 7, 2021
This Website Is the Best Kept Secret for Affordable, Oversized ArtDesign Ideas
Save money and transform your space.
Savannah West
Apr 6, 2021
10 Stylish Sofas That Are Perfect for Your First Apartment (All Under $500!)
Shopping
These traditional sofas, loveseats, and sleeper sofas are ideal for when you're just starting out.
Julia O'Donnell
Mar 25, 2021
Those “Use By” Dates on Food Are Confusing a Lot of PeopleDesign Ideas
And probably costing you so much money.
Elizabeth Licata
Feb 23, 2021
30 Brilliant Ways to Repurpose Ordinary Stuff You Already Have in Your KitchenDesign Ideas
Go shopping in your pantry, closet, wherever!
Lisa Freedman
Feb 2, 2021
7 Ways to Fake the Look of a Custom Finish For LessDesign Ideas
According to designers!
Caroline Biggs
Jan 21, 2021
25 of Our Favorite IKEA Decor Finds Under $50Design Ideas
From furniture to accessories for a finishing touch, these are our favorite 25 cheap finds, all under $50.
Sarah Lyon
Dec 4, 2020
This $20 Trader Joe's Advent Calendar Is Just What Your Bathroom NeedsDesign Ideas
It's sure to sell out.
Ella Cerón
Dec 1, 2020
20 Beautiful Bedroom Decor Finds Under $20Design Ideas
Step up your style on a budget.
Kelsie Schrader
Oct 20, 2020
7 Things Home Experts Say Are Always Worth the Extra MoneyDesign Ideas
Sometimes you just gotta splurge.
Brittany Anas
Oct 14, 2020
Yes, You Can Buy That Dream Piece of Furniture—Just Use This Game PlanDesign Ideas
With these smart money tips, you’ll be splurging on a home glow-up in no time.
Alyssa Longobucco
Oct 6, 2020
8 Things Smart Shoppers Look for When They ThriftDesign Ideas
If there's anything I learned from my piano fiasco, it's caveat emptor, or "Let the buyer beware."
Shifrah Combiths
Sep 27, 2020
The Best “Grown Up” FutonsDesign Ideas
Growing up, the only type of couches my family owned were futons. I thought they were the coolest— you could change the covers, they expanded for sleepovers, and they seemed much more modern than an overstuffed sofa. Nowadays futons are more often associated with dorm rooms than cool furniture. However, there’s no denying a futon’s small space convenience. Here are a few convertible options for your post-collegiate home.
Rachel Wray Thompson
Sep 2, 2020
Linen Sheet Sets Can Cost Upwards of $200 Each—Here's WhyDesign Ideas
Whether you snag a set of linen sheets is up to you, and how you like your bed to feel. But it may help to know what it is that makes linen sheets so expensive.
Ashley Abramson
Sep 2, 2020
You Can Fake This “Dream Kitchen” Feature in 30 Seconds—Even in a RentalDesign Ideas
If you can’t have your dream kitchen, you might as well have your dream *tiny* kitchen, right?
Olivia Muenter
Jul 20, 2020
10 Alternatives to Popular Kids IKEA ProductsDesign Ideas
An amazing thing happened in June 2008 — an IKEA opened two miles from my home. Oh, and my son was born. Before this a trip to IKEA meant descending into the bowels of Port Authority in Manhattan, boarding a standing room only shuttle bus to a New Jersey IKEA and then deciding whether to spend more money than you spent on purchases to arrange home delivery of your items or to limit yourself to what you could wrangle home on the bus and subway. It was a dark time.
Carrie McBride
Jul 17, 2020
Design Ideas
Don't leave your floating sofa in a lurch.
Arlyn Hernandez
Jul 17, 2020
Design Ideas
The semi-nomadic life of a renter can make it hard to make a commitment—to furniture, to art, to a real set of knives. And yet, there are some items worth investing in, even if you don’t know where you’ll be living a couple years from now. These are things you’ll want to take with you, even if it means buying some bubble wrap and renting a U-Haul on moving day.
Katie Holdefehr
Jul 17, 2020
7 Stylish Home Design Ideas That Are Basically FreeDesign Ideas
PSA: Decorating your home doesn't have to cost you a small fortune.
Elizabeth Seward
Jul 17, 2020
Work Spaces for Small Places: IKEA Expedit to DIY Standing DeskDesign Ideas
Changing one’s workspace from a regular desk to a standing desk can be a big challenge, but I made the switch over a year ago and haven’t looked back. Attractive and affordable standing desks can be hard to find, but this DIY version from IKEA fits the bill nicely.
Elizabeth Licata
Jul 16, 2020
10 Cheap IKEA Rugs Meet Real Kids’ RoomsDesign Ideas
I’m sure we’ve all been there: hanging around some bargain in a big-box store wondering “will this actually look good in the room, or will it look… you know…. cheap?” But there’s no reason why a reduction in cost should result in a reduction in style. Here are 10 IKEA rug bargains, priced from $2.99 – $129, all looking stylish in situ. 1. The TÅRNBY rug ($99) in Samantha Rose’s Daydream Nursery (top two pictures).
Alison Gerber
Jul 16, 2020
Design Ideas
After years of thrifting, and knowing myself, I’ve figured out when it makes sense to head to Goodwill, and when I should just stay home. If you aren’t a diehard go-every-day-as-if-it’s-a-religion kind of shopper, then choose your strategy carefully and save yourself a world of hassle and time. Right Before Halloween: There’s just no point.
Dabney Frake
Jul 15, 2020
Design Ideas
Have hardly any money to spend on your home decor? Have NO money to spend on your decor? It might seem impossible to design a home that won’t end up looking like your budget was zero, but it is possible to get creative and design a home that still looks great despite your small (or non-existent) budget. Here are some of our favorite tips. Really work on designing your spaces to optimize each room’s flow and feeling.
Adrienne Breaux
Jul 15, 2020
5 Pieces of Bedroom Furniture You Should Buy Used to Save MoneyDesign Ideas
Including one unlikely contender: rugs.
Antonia DeBianchi
Jul 1, 2020
8 Things Home Experts Say Are Always Worth the Extra Money for Your KitchenDesign Ideas
Ever heard of a pot filler?
Brittany Anas
Jun 23, 2020
12 Mindless Kitchen Habits That Are Costing You MoneyDesign Ideas
While there are opportunities to save money throughout your home, as it turns out, your kitchen is one of the biggest culprits for money-wasting.
Ashley Abramson
Jun 14, 2020
8 Really Good, Really Budget-Friendly Duvet Covers You Can Shop NowDesign Ideas
New bedding doesn't have to cost a fortune.
Nicole Lund
Jun 10, 2020
Best Bargain Buys: 10 Stylish Lamps Under $100Design Ideas
It comes as no surprise that the phrase “lighting is everything” is commonly heard in the world of interior design. No matter how lovely a home is, how stylish or well arranged a living room, if the lighting leaves something to be desired, all that charm can quickly lose its luster. During daylight hours a lamp serves as an accessory to a room much in the way jewelry is to an outfit, but when night falls and the lamps turn on, we rely on them to create ambiance.
Liana Hayles Newton
Jun 9, 2020
The Self-Proclaimed “Craigslist King” Has One Genius Search Tip for Scoring Great Deals
Small/Cool Experience at Home
Designer Mikel Welch showed Apartment Therapy readers around his Queens apartment, full of clever DIYs and bargain finds.
Taryn Williford
May 15, 2020
Under $50: 10 Online Sources for Affordable ArtDesign Ideas
The idea of collecting art can be a daunting one and when it comes to finding the perfect pieces to fill your walls it can feel like there are only two directions you can go in, mass produced cookie-cutter art or the intimidating, confusing and often expensive option of buying directly from a gallery. The internet has democratized the process quite a bit, but can be hard to sift through what’s available. Here are ten of my go to resources for good, affordable art.
Kim Lucian
Apr 2, 2020
Design Ideas
I’m sure I wasn’t the only one who was super excited for the long-awaited online launch of H&M Home last year. The European brand has slowly been expanding their US stores to include home goods sections, and since Boston’s Newbury Street location reopened last month with H&M Home, I had to go check it out in person.
Tara Bellucci
Mar 11, 2020
25 Creative DIY Ideas + Decorating Tips for Your Dorm RoomDesign Ideas
Living in a tiny dorm room (and being on a tight budget) doesn’t mean you can’t have a stylish space. We’ve rounded up 25 creative DIYs and dorm-friendly decor ideas that will make your room the envy of everyone on your floor. 1. Put IKEA’s RÅSKOG cart to work for you as a bedside table, for shoe storage, or as a catchall for books or art supplies. 2. Hang a tapestry or colorful rug behind your bed, like Chris and Jenny did in their Williamsburg home. 3.
Nancy Mitchell
Mar 11, 2020
Cheap, Easy DIY Decorating Idea: Craft with Painted Fall Leaves
Here’s an easy DIY craft for you: grab some leaves from the backyard, whip out some craft paint or thread, and go to town. If your budget doesn’t allow for buying store-bought decorations, this is a cheap alternative that do-able and fun. TOP ROW: Alisa Burke painted a series of leaves, then strung them up as festive garland. Try painting leaves still on the branch, for a great centerpiece like Rachael’s. Or, simply tape up a collection of leaves like Elsie Marley did.
Dabney Frake
Mar 11, 2020
Take the Quiz: Spot the IKEA!
When I first discovered IKEA, as a tender young college freshman, I was so psyched that there was beautiful modern furniture I could actually afford that I basically memorized their catalog. Whenever I went to a friend’s home I would identify all the things they had purchased from the Swedish retailer. (It was a little obnoxious.) Funnily enough, years later, I’m still doing the same thing.
Nancy Mitchell
Mar 11, 2020
Homemade Home: Great DIY Projects for Bedrooms from Our Tours
Searching for some new solutions for your bedroom? Take a look at these projects from our house tours. Ideas include DIY artwork, making a pallet bed and building your own closet and nightstand.1. Hang old window panes 2. Make a pallet bed 3. Create your own collages and frame them4. Build your own closet5. Hang wall planters6. Put jewelry on display7. Use pegboard behind your bed to add texture 8. Turn an old mantel into a headboard9.
Kate Legere
Mar 11, 2020
How To Fix Cracks in Old Wood Floor?
Q: My apartment (rental) was built in the 1880’s and the floor has never been renovated – the uneven wood floors are painted white and have cracks and large gaps between them…I have always loved my floor but now I am pregnant and while I may cover the floor in the bedroom I am trying to find a way to fix the cracks & holes (some as big as 1 to 2 inches wide) without having to spend a ton of money – or putting down a whole new floor.
Regina Yunghans
Feb 27, 2020
Style on a Budget: 10 Sources for Good, Cheap Lighting
Bad lighting can date a house. Fortunately, lighting is something that can be updated with a quick weekend project, and you don’t have to spend a lot of money to do it. Lighting can also be the item that comes at the end of a remodel when money is tight and you need some less expensive, stylish options. Here are 10 companies providing bright and functional lighting at reasonable prices. 1.
Claire Bock
Feb 22, 2020
10 Easy-to-Find Secondhand Staples (and How To DIY These Thrift Store Finds)
Here are 10 secondhand staples you run into at thrift stores all the time, and 10 corresponding DIY projects to modernize them. Most are simple projects that are both do-able and transformative. Keep them in mind the next time you are wandering around a flea market, or in your favorite Goodwill. Mismatched Plates: These DIY tiered stands are inexpensive to make, and a great way to use old dishes.
Dabney Frake
Jan 16, 2020
I Transformed My Kitchen for Under $200—and it Still Looks Great a Year Later
One writer shares her budget-friendly transformation that can withstand the test of time.
Ann Loynd Burton
Dec 19, 2019
3 Ways to Give New Life to Old Furniture
Maybe you have an old piece of furniture in your home that you love, but that could use a bit of a makeover. Or maybe you’ve found a piece at a thrift store or garage sale that has great bones, but needs a little tlc. From our video archives, here are three different ways to give new life to old furniture. One of the simplest ways to transform an old piece is by adding a new layer of paint. This is also a great way to turn two mismatched pieces into a coordinating set.
Nancy Mitchell
Dec 4, 2019
The Hidden Section at World Market to Shop for All of Your Home Decor
And a lot of the items are under $10.
Danielle Blundell
Nov 28, 2019
Buying a Mattress? Here’s the Best Time of Year to Shop, According to Experts
You may be able to talk—and time—your way into a sweet deal.
Ashley Abramson
Nov 16, 2019
Decorating Your Living Room? 5 Affordable Things You Should do First
STYLE
Use our step-by-step guide to get the living room of your dreams.
Sarah Lyon
Sep 8, 2019
This Special Section of West Elm’s Website Helps You Stick to Your Budget
The "hack" we didn't know we needed.
Sarah Lyon
Sep 7, 2019
The $4 Bathroom Staple that Trader Joe's Reddit Superfans Can't Stop Buying
Plus eight more grocery staples that the biggest Trader Joe's fans consider a "must-buy" for their morning routines.
Olivia Muenter
Sep 5, 2019
You Can Buy These Headboards on Amazon for Under $100
The seven options here prove headboards are anything but snooze-worthy.
Caroline Biggs
Sep 4, 2019
Why Everyone Should Own This $20 Pro Kitchen Tool
There is one show-off of a tool that I deeply believe everyone should have in their kitchen.
Faith Durand
Jun 13, 2019
6 Free Ways to Curb Your Redecorating Cravings
Summer is almost here and for some of us, thatmeans having a little extra free time to revamp our home interiors. But what todo when our budgets aren’t as generous as our schedules? Fret not myredecorating-deprived friends. We put our thinking caps on and uncovered a slewof simple ways to refresh your space—completely free of charge. Don’t believeus? Read ahead for six clever decorating ideas you can do today for free.
Caroline Biggs
May 29, 2019
You may not be willing to shell out as much money for accent chairs as you would for say, a couch, but you still want them to be comfortable enough to sit on when your friends come over, and beautiful enough for you to look at the rest of the time. The good news for decorators on a tight budget is that there are plenty of designs out there that meet both requirements—and will set you back less than $200.
Nancy Mitchell
May 22, 2019
You have a new tile floor, and it’s gleaming and gorgeous. Or maybe you have a 70-year-old checkerboard floor that could use some TLC. Either way, this list of tips can help you maintain your floor for years to come. This may be common sense, but dirt can easily scratch tile surfaces so it’s important to keep your floor clean by regularly sweeping or vacuuming it. A little preventative manintenance goes a long way. Mop once a week.
Kathleen Luttschyn
May 5, 2019
How To Make a Colorful, Inexpensive Floor Cushion
Floor cushions are hot items right now. They make great alternative seating to accommodate extra dinner party guests and they’re perfect for back patio garden parties during the summer. Every shop from West Elm to Serena & Lily offers plenty of options, but depending on your budget they can be a little on the pricey side.
Nicole Crowder
May 4, 2019
Over the holidays, I finally started on the spare bedroom in my Mom’s house. It has not seen any decorating love since the 80’s, and it was time to strip the wallpaper and give the walls a fresh coat of paint. I was a little apprehensive because I had never removed wallpaper before, but I soon realized it was more tedious than difficult. I also learned that it was a job that could be made easier with our favorite friend: white vinegar.
Kate Legere
May 4, 2019
An Introvert’s Guide to Haggling Like a Pro
Doesn’t “haggling” just sound like a term invented by a loudmouth New Yorker (…or Chicagoan…or Bostonian)? Though many of us prefer transactions that are quick and straightforward, paying sticker price at flea markets and antique fairs is not benefiting you or your wallet. Haggling doesn’t have to be hard—with these pointers and some practice, you’ll be ready to score some vintage gems at a fair price.
Tara Bellucci
May 4, 2019
How To Make Your Own Lavender Laundry Detergent
Homemade laundry detergent isn’t just about saving you money (although it’s definitely a budget friendly move). In this day and age, when most of us are so far removed from the process of how our necessities are made, there’s something thrilling about making something that you need. If you’d like to try your hand at it, here’s how I made mine.
Shifrah Combiths
May 4, 2019
Best Bargain Buys: 10 Great, Cheap Cleaners
Good cleaners can be hard to come by. We all want something that’s effective, doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, and won’t kill us with toxic fumes. I don’t know about you, but I’m not willing to settle for 2 out of 3 on this one.
Erin Roberts
May 4, 2019
10 Awesome DIY IKEA Hacks for Kids’ Room Lighting
Even though most agree that IKEA designs are already pretty great (for the price especially), that doesn’t stop creative people from putting their own spin on the products. Lighting in particular is fun to tweak, and a good way to add extra personality to your child’s room. Here are ten really great projects to inspire you… TOP ROW 1. A Mr. Moon lamp hacked from a FADO, inspired by a print by Martin Krusche, from Mommo Designs. Nieves de TokyoMASKROS IKEA Hackers 4.
Dabney Frake
May 4, 2019
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