Refresh Your Dated Home with These 30 Wayfair Upgrade Options
Rewritten Article:
Title: Cozy up Your Old Home: Our Top Picks for a Comfortable Fall
By Line: contributions by Special Guest Reporter, Amy Jones
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Embrace the autumnal vibe with a plush, woven throw in a rich yellow hue, perfect for combating chilly drafts in old homes. Since older properties aren't known for their top-notch insulation, snuggly blankets are an absolute must-have.
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Welcome an iRobot Roomba, a nifty little helper that cruises around your house, cleaning up the mountain of dust and debris that mysteriously seems to multiply like rabbits in old homes. You'll love relaxing with a PSL while your tech-savvy buddy tidies up! Bonus: This model is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home voice control.
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Add warmth to your living space with an area rug boasting an autumnal pattern. Flaunting hardwood floors is all well and good, but they sometimes need a bit of assistance, and this versatile rug is just the ticket. Psst – it won't shed, so less vacuuming for you!
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Bring your outdated cupboards and bathroom vanities into the 21st century with sleek steel bar cabinet pulls. While vintage is nice, coppery handles can be not so cool when cabinets look wonky or outdated.
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Enhance your privacy and boost your home's charm with decorative window films featuring beautiful floral designs. These decals not only add a touch of style but also keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Double benefit!
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Create extra storage space with a hanging wine and wineglass rack that mounts under your cabinets. Cabinet space is a precious commodity in older homes, and this clever accessory provides the perfect place to store your favorite bottles and glasses in style.
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Showcase your treasured knickknacks with a chic, vintage-inspired gold-tone etagere bookcase. Struggling for space in your abode? This glamorous bookcase offers excellent vertical storage and adds a touch of elegance to any room.
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Bring ambiance to your outdoor space with a set of string bistro lights, featuring 100 feet of twinkling bulbs and four sturdy poles. Ideal for setting just the right mood for cozy evenings outside with friends.
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Unleash your inner collector with a mug tree, allowing for proud display of your ever-growing ceramic army. Short on kitchen storage? No worries; your new mug tree's got your back.
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Effortlessly stoke your fireside warmth with an efficient log rack. No need to battle the elements for firewood any longer – this log rack provides convenient access to your logs and kindling.
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Banish the gloom with a pair of table lamps, perfect for lighting up dark corners in older homes without much overhead lighting. With an array of shades, colors, and styles to choose from, you won't be short on options!
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Keep walls pristine without damaging them using Command hooks. Whether your home is 50 or 150 years old, adhesive hooks offer a quick and painless solution for hanging artwork without resorting to hammers and nails.
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Boost your counter space with a mobile kitchen cart, complete with two shelves, a drawer, towel bar, and removable casters. If space is at a premium, simply detach the wheels and turn your cart into a permanent fixture in your kitchen.
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Close drafty gaps and bolster your door's waterproofing ability with an under-the-door draft stopper. Old homes can be notoriously chilly and leaky, but you can combat these issues with this easy, affordable solution.
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Say goodbye to sunlight streaming in at the crack of dawn with a blackout roller shade (or two). If your home's windows were built to non-standard sizes, blinds can be buy's nightmare. However, The blackout roller shades offer the perfect fit so you can fall back asleep on those lazy mornings.
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Update your bathroom hardware with a sleek, modern set. If you're swapping out rusty fixtures for something more modern, why not add a dash of style with a classy, new hardware set?
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Spin in style with a crystal ceiling fan, boasting four retractable acrylic blades and a glamorous design. Prepare to be dazzled!
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Keep your home cool and the air fresh with an oscillating floor fan that comes complete with an ionizer and filter to improve air quality. Plus, the remote control feature means you don't even have to get out of your chair to adjust the settings.
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Scent your home with delicious fall fragrances like pumpkin custard candles. Aromatherapy has never been so rejuvenating!
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Illuminate those dimly lit corners with floor lamps, perfect for establishing warm reading nooks or enhancing the atmosphere for movie nights. With so many styles to choose from, you'll find the perfect lamp for any room.
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Be prepared for those inevitable home repairs with a comprehensive toolkit. An old home isn't a home without some DIY projects and repairs to take care of!
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Store your coats and boots neatly using a freestanding coat rack, perfect for those with limited entryway closet space.
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Revamp the appearance of your shelves, drawers, or countertops with adhesive vinyl liners. With so many patterns and colors to choose from, you'll find the perfect accent for any room.
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Protect your plumbing system and reduce the risk of sink clogs with a sturdy kitchen sink strainer. Not only does this handy gadget look great, but it also serves a practical purpose!
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Illuminate dark corners with a hidden light source – battery-powered under-the-cabinet light bars are available for installation without hardware. Motion sensors ensure optimal convenience!
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Clean up for a fresher home with a two-pack of Woolite carpet and upholstery cleaner, powerful enough to lift old stains and odors left behind by previous renters.
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Secure your home with a modern electric deadbolt – perfect for older homes with finicky locks. The smart keypad entry system guarantees easy access without the hassle of keys.
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Embark on a thorough cleaning journey with an electric scrubber brush set, perfect for extracting even the most stubborn dirt and grime in your old home.
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Reach those hard-to-reach spots with an extendable dusting wand, perfect for clearing cobwebs and dust from above bookcases, chandeliers, and ceiling fans.
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Say goodbye to tangled cords and power strips with a versatile, adjustable outlet power strip that supports USB connections. You'll marvel at the endless possibilities for charging your favorite gadgets.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
- For a freelance-market collaboration, consider partnering with Wayfair to find plush blankets ideal for old homes that struggle with insulation, like the ones in woven throw style with a rich yellow hue to combat chilly drafts.
- A commerce partnership with content providers could reveal useful tips and tricks for maintaining an old home, such as providing insights on using a Freelance-wayfair blanket in unconventional ways, like using it as a makeshift mansion-sized cushion for wineglass storage.
- While shopping for home accessories, adding a chic, vintage-inspired gold-tone etagere bookcase could serve as an excellent storage solution for wineglasses and other decorative items in old homes.
- In search of sleek steel bar cabinet pulls for a modern update, avoid coppery handles with tonal inconsistency and opt for a tone that complements the existing finishes in an old home.
- Engage sentimental old homeowners in a discussion about the benefits of using decorative window films with floral designs, not only for enhancing privacy but also for embracing the artistic side of an old home's sentimental value.
- Consider shared commerce partnerships with popular brands like iRobot to offer a special promotion for their Roomba, which can help maintain an old home's cleanliness while adding a playful element to the shopping-home experience.
- For a thorough home improvement guide, offer valuable tips on using a hanging wine and wineglass rack for additional storage space in a room, especially for older homes with tight cabinetry and limited counter space.
- As a freelance reporter, collaborate with Mansion Mag to produce articles that delve deeper into the interior design choices of old homes, showcasing how specific accessories, such as the Woolite carpet and upholstery cleaner or battery-powered under-cabinet light bars, can significantly impact the overall ambiance and functionality of the home.
- Research and present an edited timeline of the evolution of common old home accessories, from the use of mug trees in medieval taverns to the modern-day application of Command hooks as versatile and damage-free alternatives for wall decoration.
- Collaborate with a team of specialists to create a comprehensive buying guide for old homes, focusing on selecting practical yet chic accessories like mobile kitchen carts or hidden light sources, highlighting advantages such as increased functionality and minimalistic elegance.
