Did you know the average couch, if maintained properly, can last seven to 15 years? Or that the right armoire can be passed down generations and will most likely never go out of style? Certain things, like art, for instance, hold and often appreciate value throughout the years. Vintage decor adds flair and a certain amount of character to any room. Here’s why you include in your next project.

Vintage Decor is Generally Less Expensive
Statistically speaking, furniture is one of the most expensive things people buy, in addition to a home and a car. Buying vintage is a great way to save money for things, like that new addition to the garage.

Now, this depends a lot on where you live and the general market. Of course, if you are vigilant you will be able to find a great deal anywhere. Budgeting plays a major role when decorating your home. Blowing $1600 on living room furniture can put you in the red with one easy payment.

Since vintage furniture lasts multiple seasons, you can potentially find something that may have come back in style. On a lucky Sunday visiting a garage sale or perusing a local market for reclaimed items you could find some great furniture. When searching for the best vintage piece you have many options at your disposal as well.

Vintage Decor Promotes Customization
Contemporary furniture has instructions for assembly to help move a lot of product. It has to be easy to put together so your delivery driver can unload it and put it together. Or easy enough for the consumer to disassemble when moving if needed. The cookie cutter furniture method works; in fact, it works so well that you wind up having the exact same couch someone in Idaho has. Nothing unique about that.

Your furniture is a direct representation of who you are. Why not customize it to fit you? Now, of course, most people are not worried about DIY capabilities of their furniture. But, what if you could chop up those end tables and turn them into a deck bench? Outdoor furniture for a fraction of the price and something you crafted with your own hands using your indoor furniture. The projects you could work on are infinite; after the item has served its purpose you can get rid of it.

Old Furniture is Always in Demand
No matter where you travel you will find an antique store or boutique that wants your old furniture. Around 57% of people are interested in vintage furniture according to a survey from Furniture Today. Selling old and unique items can be very profitable depending on your area. Reclaiming and restoring your old furniture could bring in some money when you are finished with your item. Selling or passing on the furniture also keeps vintage items in style forever.