Your home should have the right mix of built-in and movable furniture. Built-in furniture pieces ensure your home is designed for functionality, while movable furniture provides a touch of originality. Today, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington, your local bathroom and kitchen remodeler, explains the advantages and disadvantages of the two options.
About Built-In Furniture
Once constructed and installed, built-ins cannot be removed except by tearing out the construction. Pieces of furniture that fall into this category include entertainment centers, wardrobes and cabinets in kitchens or bathrooms.
The Pros
Adding built-in furniture in a living room or kitchen design helps in creating a sense of flow within the space, making it feel more spacious. As far as storage is concerned, built-in shelves, cabinets and drawers can be customized to keep your home more organized.
The Cons
Incorporating certain built-in pieces into small spaces can look and feel overwhelming. It is also not a good choice if you love to experiment with decor. In addition, built-ins can be quite costly, especially if they are custom-made before installation.
About Movable Furniture
Movable or standalone furniture makes more sense if flexibility within certain areas of your home is required. Changing the placement of the table, couch, chairs, wardrobe or any other related fixture lets you update the look and feel of your room in an instant.
The Pros
If you are planning to redecorate every few years or so, it’s best to choose flexible furnishings. You won’t have to deal with the additional costs that come with removing built-ins on top of the initial costs of carpentry. Since most furniture selections are pre-made, you can get them cheaper than their built-in counterparts.
The Cons
Unlike built-ins, movable furniture usually isn’t as big, which means less storage space to take advantage of. Without the benefit of customization, a certain piece of furniture may not fit inside the room you intend to place it in.
Let’s Start a Conversation!
Looking to revamp the look of your home? Turn to the pros at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington. We are your leading provider of home renovation services, from interior to kitchen remodeling, and we can help you create your dream home. Call us today at (910) 212-5889 or fill out our contact form to get started! We serve residents of Ogden, Wrightsville Beach, Myrtle Grove and the surrounding communities.
