Interior designers reveal the 10 things worth splurging on in a home

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It could be worth spending a bit of extra money on a great couch.

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12 ways to make your bed cozier and more luxurious, according to interior designers

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A tidy space and comfortable linens can make a bedroom even cozier.

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I'm an interior decorator. Here are 10 things I'd never have in my bathroom.

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As an interior decorator, I'd avoid floor-to-ceiling tile and matching towel sets.

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I'm an interior designer. Here are 6 things I'd buy at Ikea and 6 I'd skip.

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As an interior designer, I think Ikea has some great finds and a few things to skip.

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An interior designer critiqued my neutral living room. Her tips showed me easy tricks to make a space cozy and stylish.

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I asked an interior designer to help me make my living room feel super cozy.

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12 home purchases you'll probably regret in a few years, according to interior designers

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Certain design style and decor features aren't very practical.

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I'm an interior designer. Here are 4 items I'd get at Dollar Tree, and 5 things I'd skip.

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I'm an interior designer who regularly shops at Dollar Tree.

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12 things to get rid of in your home, from an interior designer

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I work as an interior stylist at my company, DBF Interiors.

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An interior designer shares 10 things she would never have in her own living room

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Some design choices can bring down the look of your living room.

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I'm an interior designer. Here are 10 ways to make your home look more expensive for cheap.

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If you want your space to look more expensive, be thoughtful in which decor and materials you go with.

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