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It can be stressful but it does not have to be. Redecorating your home with your partner often leads to disagreements. One likes modern furniture while the other prefers traditional styles. You can fight in the store over what fits the budget or the space. The trick is to discuss your choices before shopping. Have a clear plan for how you will decide things. This keeps the process calm. Here are eight steps you can follow from planning to finishing the room.
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Take a tape measure and get the exact size of walls, doors and current furniture. Record the information together. This helps you buy pieces that actually fit in the space you have.
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Create a basic floor plan on paper and mark all the measurements you take during this step.
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One person holds the tape while the other writes the numbers down and checks the work.
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Write down all the things you need to buy or do in the room. Include the sizes and colors you decided on earlier. Keep the list handy on your phones when you go out shopping.
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Rank the items from most needed to nice to have in case money gets tight.
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Add a few joke items to the list to keep the mood relaxed.
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Following these steps makes redecorating much easier for couples. You avoid the usual fights and create a home you both feel good about. Take your time with each part and the results will show.
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Pick a neutral option that works for both of you. You can add color with pillows and other small items that are easy to change later.
Set a time limit of one hour. This keeps the trip focused and stops you from getting tired and cranky with each other.
Find a middle ground by mixing elements from both styles. Look for items that have features you both like.
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