Furniture in Kenya

Most designers will tell you that properly furnishing a home costs a fortune per ROOM. While your budget is your business, most people purchasing their first home do not have one! The truth is that you can furnish a home on any budget as long as you have a game plan and remember one thing: DO NOT feel obligated to have your home fully furnished within the first year of moving in.

A comfortable home has layers and character. If you don't have a lot of money, take your time finding the perfect pieces and collecting them as you can.

Furniture to buy for your new home

Mattresses

First and foremost, purchase the mattress that you adore! Don't overlook one of the most important aspects of getting a good night's sleep because you sleep one-third of your life. Ensure that everyone in your family has a mattress and pillow that fits their sleeping style and is long-lasting.

Towels and sheets

There's a reason hotels only use white linens and towels. Not only will you know your linens are clean, but you can bleach them if necessary, and white linens show significantly less wear than coloured linens even after years of washing.

Sofa

Select one that makes you want to nap every time you sit on it. Devote a significant portion of your budget to this item; it is an investment that can last for 10 years or more. Go for quality in a neutral colour.

Get a sofa with down-wrapped cushions and pillows if you aren't allergic to them. A skirted sofa is usually the best option, and a slipcover is even better because it can be washed! Avoid fake vinyl leather; you'll notice wear and tear quickly and will have to replace it. If you don't have pets or small children, leather is a good choice.

TV

DO NOT BUY THE MOST UP-TO-DATE TECHNOLOGY! Purchase a good brand name, such as Sony or Samsung, but new electronics are released so frequently that you can save a lot of money on the previous year's model. It took 5 years for streaming services to catch up to 1080p televisions, and while 4K TVs are available, 4K broadcast is uncommon.

Table for Dining

Purchasing the right table, another anchor piece for your home is a worthwhile investment. Avoid veneer woods and glass, which are impossible to repair if they get scratched.

Accent Chairs, Bar Stools, and Dining Chairs

You can spend a lot or a little money on chairs. If you want to change up your look, they are extremely simple to replace. Consider how frequently you will sit in them before deciding on a budget, and buy the ones you will use the most frequently first.

Tables with Decorative Accents

You'll need nightstands, chests of drawers, dressers, end tables, coffee tables, entry chests, and other furniture, so start with the pieces you'll need the most. Instead of purchasing a matching bedroom set, consider each piece as an accent that you can layer into the look of each space.

Find an inexpensive desk that you can use as a nightstand to give you a little more storage and surface area if you need it. If you intend to use drawers frequently, test the quality and check the construction for dove-tail corners - make sure they open and close easily. Look for versatile pieces; they are the best investments because you can use them for the rest of your life.

Rugs

You will most likely want a rug if you have hard surface flooring. Because most floorplans are open-concept, a rug can help define a space. Be wary of this one: rugs can be a significant investment, but they don't have to be. Rugs go out of style, and if they are damaged, the value is lost.

Rugs are a great way to express yourself and have fun; they are also very easy to change. The most common mistake is purchasing a rug that does not properly fit the space.

Smaller rugs are less expensive, but instead of just one or two legs touching the rug, they should extend at least halfway under the furniture or to the back of the piece to truly define the space and avoid looking like an island floating in the room.

Lamps

The importance of accent lighting in your home cannot be overstated. Natural light and ceiling fixtures are necessary, but a lamp's warm glow transforms a house into a home. If you can afford it, try to buy a matching set so you can move them around to different places whether you only need one or two.

How to get yours?

You should head on to Jiji to get any of the above furniture or even more, they have the best deals.