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Whether you're moving into a new home or you're simply looking to refresh your home, sometimes knowing the rules for decoration can be overwhelming. Although you are free to decorate your home with your own personal style, avoiding a few common mistakes can make you look like a pro home designer. To make things easy, your favorite furniture company at the Lake of the Ozarks has put together four common decorating mistakes. Artwork and Picture Frames Hung Too High  There are exceptions to this rule but as a general rule of thumb, most interior designers will tell you to hang your wall art at the eye level of an average woman which is 5'6." If you are trying to create a gallery wall and you're not sure where to start, a great way to decide without putting any holes in your wall is to cut out pieces of paper in the sizes of your frames or artwork and tape them to the wall. This will allow you to arrange them several ways before committing your placement with a...

Finding balance between a well decorated living space and a functional space for family can be a challenge. At Eldon Furniture , we don’t think you have to sacrifice style for function! Check out a few tips for creating a family freiendling living room from our furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks . Get Comfy Part of having a family typically means lots of relaxing in the living room. Choose living room furniture that will allow the entire family to relax. Comfy sectionals with ottomans, recliners that rock, and oversized chairs are a great way to add style to your living room. You should also think about fabric selection when choosing living room furniture. Going with darker colors is always a good option in case of spills. Materials that are great for kids and pets include microfiber, wool, vinyl, and leather. These materials clean easy and are resistant to spills.  Cut the Corners Let's face it, when you have little ones, they are going to fall at some point, an...

Have you ever thought about how your mattress effects your health? Good quality sleep is important for your health which is partly how your mattress can effect your health. A great nights sleep starts with a great mattress. Not sure if your mattress is the cause of your lack of sleep? Read on to find out a few signs that it’s time for a new mattress.  #1 Your Mattress is Squeaky   A squeaky mattress is a sign of an old mattress. Your springs get worn over time if they speak at your every move your mattress should be replaced. Don't forget, you'll need to replace your box springs too! Why wouldn't you want to replace a mattress that squeaks all the time anyway?  #2 You Often Wake Up Sore  If you find yourself waking up to your body being sore your mattress is probably wearing out. Over time, your springs lose their spring and the top of your mattress loses its compression. When your mattress no longer bounces back, you're not getting the support ...

Have you ever purchased an area rug only to bring it home and realize it just doesn't look quite right in your space? This is very easy to do and knowing which size you need can be challenging. You don’t want your rug to be too small for the space but you also don’t want it to take up too much room — so how do you decide? Today, our furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks has some tips for buying the correct size area rug. Dining Room  The size of your dining room rug depends solely on the size of your table. As a rule of thumb, when you choose a dining room rug, you should have at least 24 inches on all sides of the table. This will allow for your chairs to sit completely on the rug. The key to dining room rugs is the entire table and all chairs should sit on the rug and still have enough room for you to pull out your chair. If you get a rug that is too short, you won't be able to easily pull your chairs in and out and you risk someone tripping. Living Room  ...

Looking for a way to refresh your living room for spring and summer? How about decorating your coffee table? Adding a few decor pieces to your coffee tables is the perfect way to refresh your living room for the changing of the seasons. Not sure where to start? Read on to get a few tips for decorating your coffee tables from the the best furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks - Eldon Furniture! Fool Proof Decorating Ideas  If you like to keep things traditional and you want something that you can almost always count on working well with your home design, you can always look something up online and replicate it. If you're looking for something to make your own, below are a few ideas that are practically full proof ideas for decorating your coffee table.  Add Greenery with Plants  A great way to decorate is with a plant. If you have a green thumb, go with something alive but if you're afraid you won't be able to keep something alive or your living room doesn...

Whether you eat dinner as a family every night or you host holiday gathers in your home, a dinning room table is a furniture staple! If you’re in the market for a new dining room table, you have a lot of options for size, style, and shape. Today, our furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to offer up some tips for choosing a dinning room table you will love! Dining Room Table: Size  While many of us like to go off of looks alone, sizing is arguably one of the most important features to consider. Think about how many people will be sitting at your table. You may only have four people sitting at the table consistently, but if you like to host parties or have everyone over for the holidays you may want to consider a larger table with a leaf. In addition to seating, you should take wall clearance into consideration as well. Think about where you will put your dining room table, and how much space you have to work with. You should leave at least 36 inches, althou...

Good furniture is an investment and when you choose a durable piece of furniture for your home, it should last anywhere from 7-10 years. If you’re in the market for a new couch, sectional, or loveseat you may be wondering how to choose furniture that will last for years to come. Today, our furniture store at the Lake of the Ozarks has a few tips to consider for picking out durable furniture!  Don't Go By Style Alone!  Choosing a couch by style is the easy part! Don't fall into the trap of only picking a couch based on how it looks and will fit into the existing design of your home. It's important to focus on quality in addition to style. Choose Durable Fabric  There are a lot of choices for fabric selection for your new couch. Natural fabrics and synthetics, both offer durability but making sure that they are good quality before you buy. Choose a Sturdy Frame  A sturdy frame in your couch is one of the most important things to consider when choosing ...