How Often Should You Replace Your Furniture

Posted on January 22nd, 2021 by Kittle's Furniture.

When it comes to products for your home, furniture is one of the biggest and most important investments you can make. From sofas and sectionals to dining room tables, how often should you expect to replace your furniture with something new? Before you visit your favorite Kittle’s furniture store in Indianapolis, read on to learn more about how long the different furniture items in your home should last before you need to shell out the cash for a replacement.

Dining Room Furniture

With holidays, family meals, and casual chats, it’s no surprise that you may need to replace your furniture in the dining room more often than in some other parts of your home. Most high-quality dining room furniture like tables should last for several years. If you take good care of the table by covering it with a tablecloth, it can last even longer. Solid wood tables will be much more durable and long-lasting than those made of engineered wood or other lighter materials. Protect your table and clean it often to keep it looking new. As for the dining room chairs in your home, they can last for several years if they’re not upholstered since there’s no fabric or leather that can become worn out. However, if you notice that your chairs have a wobbly leg or feel unstable, it’s definitely time to consider a replacement. Examine the furniture in this room closely to look for signs of damage since some of it can be repaired (like reupholstering your chairs).

Living Room Furniture

Since the living room is often the hub of the home, it is no secret that you may have to replace your furniture in this space every few years. Sofas and sectionals that feel worn out and are no longer comfortable likely need to be replaced. If it feels like you’re “sinking” into your sofa or that it’s no longer providing you with the support you need, it’s probably time to move on. Any seating like sectionals or accent chairs that have a broken frame should be replaced as soon as possible. Not only is this furniture no longer comfortable, but it’s also potentially dangerous. The average sofa can last anywhere between seven and 15 years, but that’s only if you purchase something high-quality and take good care of it. Don’t allow your children to jump on the sofa and keep the upholstery clean to help it last longer. Creaky sounds or uneven living room furniture probably needs to be replaced ASAP.

Bedroom Furniture

A sturdy, solid bed should not need to be replaced for many, many years. However, if your bed is suddenly creaking or you notice splintered wood or other signs of visible damage, it’s time to replace your furniture in this room. The last thing you want is to go to bed and end up falling to the floor when you’re ready to hit the hay. Check the frame of your bed often to ensure that it’s tight and in good condition. Dressers can last for many years, too, but that’s only if the drawers are still opening and closing smoothly. If your dresser drawers are suddenly getting stuck or if some drawers are broken, you may want to shop for a new one. This rule also applies to dressers, cabinets, and armoires. Overall, your bedroom furniture should look great and also be as functional as the day you bought it.

Home Office Furniture

How long this type of furniture lasts largely depends on whether or not you use it full time. If you work from home all week long, then your desk and chair will probably need to be replaced sooner than if you only use them on occasion. Once your desk chair starts to feel stiff and uncomfortable, you should consider replacing it as soon as possible. Desk chairs that don’t give you the support you need can result in a painful neck or back. Desks can last for a decade or more if they’re made of quality materials. A wobbly desk or one with a broken drawer should be replaced but as long as it’s in good condition, you can continue to use it for as long as it serves its purpose.

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