You may not think a lot about types of pillow stuffing, but the softness of sofa seat cushions is probably what you mean when you talk about furniture comfort. And it's a very personal thing. For every person who loves a “sink down” feeling when sitting on a sofa, there’s another who prefers a ... Read More about Sofa Cushion Fill: How to Choose
American-Made Furniture: What the Term Really Means
The news this week about Williams Sonoma getting fined $3.17MM by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for false “Made in the USA” claims reminded me how hard it can be for consumers to source these products. Due to confusing terminology or straight-out lying, you may think you’re buying an ... Read More about American-Made Furniture: What the Term Really Means
The Best Shades of Gray Paint
I’ve been in my house for almost two years and have still only repainted the two rooms I did when I first moved in. For those walls, I chose Benjamin Moore’s Simply White because I did not (and still don’t) have a design plan and needed something that would work with whatever I decided to do. ... Read More about The Best Shades of Gray Paint
INSIDE OUT FABRIC: WHY WE LOVE THIS PERFORMANCE FABRIC
Performance fabrics have exploded in popularity lately, becoming the go-to choice for everyone wanting a sofa that can withstand messy kids, muddy pets, and the occasional wine spill. Just a few years ago, we never would have guessed how readily available—and advanced—performance fabrics would ... Read More about INSIDE OUT FABRIC: WHY WE LOVE THIS PERFORMANCE FABRIC
Best White Paint for Walls
Our founder Laura recently bought a home in Louisville (the new home base for The Stated Home!) and found herself in the market for some new white-ish paint colors. After scouring the internet for advice (and getting overwhelmed by the hundreds of different options there are to choose from), she ... Read More about Best White Paint for Walls