Creating a family home is special. The furniture you buy now will welcome guests, be instilled in childhood memories, and become a place you miss when you’re not there. Your home will go through all the moments of everyday life with you. You need to make sure the items you’ll fill it with will last you, and your family a lifetime.

Sofas

The living room, as the name suggests, sees the most life in the house. Whether it’s a coffee catch up with friends, TV night, or time for a family visit, your living room tends to be the first and foremost place people spend their time. A solid sofa is an absolute most; one that can withstand a lot of visitors. Plus, it’s one of the most noticeable things in the living room. So, not only is the sofa a place of comfort, it can also act as a stylish statement.

Dining room table

They say the kitchen is the heart of the home and we whole-heartedly agree. It’s a place where families can sit down and spend quality time together. This isn’t just at Christmas or birthdays, but those everyday moments. Making the effort to sit down and eat together as a family is so important. Cox & Cox makes absolutely gorgeous dining room tables. Yes, they’re expensive, but making that family time in is priceless.

Mattresses

We spend a third of our lives asleep, so we need to make sure the place we do that is as comfortable as possible. According to the Huffington Post a good mattress can help you to lose weight, improve your memory and live longer. We say that’s definitely worthy of an investment. Make sure to get one that’s not only comfortable, but also supportive. Your body and general sense of well-being will thank you in the long run.

Flooring

Whether it’s carpet, ceramic tile or wood, your floor is going to get a lot of foot traffic over the coming years. Make sure you keep your family home grounded by investing in a sturdy floor choice. The style is completely up to you, but bear in mind it’s got to be durable for all of the household activities.

Appliances

We know it’s tempting to bag a bargain, and feel like you’re saving money, however, in the long run those ‘bargains’ are going to cost you. It’s worth spending that extra money now on your appliances, rather than having to fork out for a replacement a few years down the line. We’re not just talking about toasters and microwaves, we mean the heavy-duty stuff, too; ovens, fridges, washer-dryers and dishwashers. It’s much better to invest now rather than pay later.

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