Buying furniture that will last a long time isn't easy. You usually need to invest a lot of money in your furniture if you want it to last for years. Children, pets and general wear and tear can take their toll. What you use the furniture for will affect how long it will last too. A kitchen table is probably going to experience a few more bumps than a bookcase. It's not just general deterioration you have to worry about. Things can get stained, ripped, chipped and broken. Obviously being careful with your furniture will help it survive longer, but will careful buying help too? Of course if you buy cheaper furniture, you can't expect it to last as long. Well-made items made with quality materials will be much more durable. However, some materials will be more durable than others.
Upholstery One of the things that's so susceptible to wear and tear is your upholstery. Sofas and chair get a lot of traffic in a family home. People sitting and lying, pets jumping up, kids rolling around - not to mention spillages. When you choose upholstery, you want a durable fabric that will withstand wear and tear. If you can wipe it clean, or even just throw it into the washing machine, that's even better. Something that doesn't easily tear or stain is best. Leather and faux leather are some of the most durable fabrics. You can easily wipe up spills and prevent damage.
Microfibre is also a good material that's easy to clean and lasts a long time.
Wood Choosing durable wooden furniture is partly about the material and partly about the manufacturing. However, cheaper furniture is usually made using cheaper woods. Oak is a wood that has been used for centuries. It can last an incredibly long time in a well-made and well-cared for piece of furniture. Items like the
Mobel Oak furniture from EW look fantastic and don't go downhill quickly. Mahogany is also an extremely durable wood, though it is also one of the most expensive.
Kitchen Surfaces Choosing the right kitchen surfaces it important because they see a lot of action. You need something that can withstand cold and heat. Plus, you never know when you might drop something on them or slip when you're holding a knife. You don't want your kitchen surfaces to stain either. When you need a material that can withstand so much, it's not easy to choose. Stone worktops, such as granite, are certainly durable, but they're also expensive. Stainless steel countertops are incredibly durable too, and you can also consider quartz and composite kitchen surfaces.
Bathrooms Like kitchens,
bathrooms need to be able to withstand a lot. Not only do they experience cold and heat, but it's wet cold and heat. However, they don't need to withstand as much as kitchens. You can use materials that are pretty and a bit less practical in the bathroom, such as cultured marble. Again, stainless steel looks great and is low-maintenance and long-lasting.