5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for Sofas

So you're in the market for a new sofa. Maybe your old one is finally starting to show its age, or maybe you just moved into a new place and need to furnish it from scratch. Either way, buying a sofa is a big decision—it's not something you want to screw up. Here are 5 mistakes to avoid when purchasing a sofa, so you don't end up regretting your purchase for years to come. 1. Try It Out Don't buy a sofa without trying it out first. A sofa may look good in the store, but how does it feel? Is ....

Furniture Fit for a Feast: 7 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Dining Room Set

It's November, and this year it's your turn to host the Thanksgiving dinner. You think, "It'll be fine", but then remember you only have a kitchen table that can barely fit your own family, and has coffee stains that have permanently become a part of its design. This holiday season, you'll need dining room tables suitable for your guest list. Luckily for you, we have several dining room sets available in our store, but there are many things to consider before buying. Here are 7 tips for buying d ....

How to Create a Modern Farmhouse Living Room in 3 Easy Steps

Hi, I'm Sarah Williams, Visual Stylist with the Furniture Mall of Kansas. Today we're going to talk about how to create a modern farmhouse living room in three easy steps. The elements of a modern farmhouse living room include texture, a neutral color scheme, and all of your favorite things. Step 1: Texture To begin, let's look at the textures. You have a lot of rustic elements, including beautiful wooden floors, the tile that runs up the modern fireplace with a rustic wooden beam mantel. Y ....