Ideas in the interior that turned out to be completely impractical

All sorts of ideas for the interior are published on the Internet. How to avoid mistakes, make the apartment cozy and comfortable? We made a rating that included over 40 of the most common ideas for the interior, which turned out to be impractical.

Bowl-shaped glass sinks

Oily fingerprints constantly remain on the surface of the glass bowl. You have to constantly wipe the sink dry inside and out. In addition, other difficulties are noted:

• the sink requires constant care;
• it is difficult to use for children;
• with a strong pressure of water splashes scatter to the sides.

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Freestanding foot baths

Bowls of this type are more suitable for shooting romantic films. In the interior, freestanding foot baths are useless. Despite the visual appeal, such bowls are uncomfortable:

• You can swim only sitting;
• water constantly overflows, drains to the floor;
• cleaning takes a lot of time (you have to wash the bath on both sides).

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Open shelves

Open shelves - a magnet for dust. You have to constantly walk with a damp cloth, wash the dishes once a week. If the shelves are above the stove, soot will accumulate on the surface.

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Sink in front of the window

Splashes of water or detergent will fall on the glass. Dry it regularly, otherwise ugly stains will remain on the surface. This stylish interior solution requires a lot of time to clean the kitchen.

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Slate Walls

A similar solution looks stylish in an arthouse coffee shop, but not in a living space. Slate walls painted with chalk allow you to constantly change the decor, but they get dirty, erased. It is impossible to brush dust off without damaging the pattern, inscriptions, graffiti.

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Long curtains

They close the wall, window openings, partitions, help create a sense of coziness in the room.

Improperly selected long curtains visually “weight” the room, creating a diametrically opposite effect: give the impression of low ceilings in the room.

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The lack of sockets in the right places

The more sockets and switches in the room, the more practical it is in everyday life.If you are confused by the appearance of electrical accessories, get designer models stylized for different materials:

• polished metal;
• glass surface;
• natural wood.

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Cheap dishes

When completing the kitchen, watch the price / quality ratio. Costly bone china sets are suitable for luxury homes. However, do not chase the cheapness, since on dishes made of low-quality ceramics quickly appear:

• chips;
• scuffs;
• ugly spots.

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Miscellaneous flower pots

If indoor flowers are planted in clay pots, cut plastic bottles, disposable cups and flower pots, this adversely affects the interior, creating a scruffy look. Wait for the season, buy the same pots and plant the plants. It will transform the interior.

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Inappropriate decor

Follow the rules of functionality: every thing in the room should have a purpose. The exception is souvenirs, souvenirs, pleasant trivia. This rule applies to other decor items:

• vazam;
• statuettes;
• fruit bowls;
• pictures;
• photo frames;
• decorative plates;
• candles.

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Great photo prints

Giant prints create chaos in the interior. Try to select concise solutions that emphasize the style of the room, complementing the general theme. Minimalism and bright accents are an excellent combination.

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Excess surfaces

Non-functional shelves are allowed exclusively for displaying souvenirs, storing books, magazines, CDs, gifts from loved ones. Do not forget the main thing: they require constant care, dusting, washing.

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Incorrect lighting

Lighting devices must:

• create moderately bright lighting so as not to strain your eyesight;
• correctly zoning the room, giving visual accents;
• fill the space, giving a feeling of comfort.

Correctly place chandeliers, sconces, floor lamps and other lighting fixtures. If a three-arm chandelier is enough for full lighting of a room, then there is no need to install additional neon lights on a suspended ceiling.

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Too bright and varied textiles

If you choose the wrong textile products, it will negatively affect the decoration of the room. Watch for such components:

• a harmonious combination of colors, shades, gradients, patterns;
• texture (textiles should not be demanding in the care, cleaning, ironing);
• relevance (no need to use contrasting pillows and bedspreads where they are not needed).

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Ethnic interior

It is allowed only in exceptional cases: in thematic institutions or shops selling souvenir products, etc. In the interior of the living space, it is important to maintain balance. The interior should not be:

• too minimal (Japanese);
• too pretentious (indian);
• “Flashy” bright colors (Arabic);
• “Cold”, with a predominance of natural materials (Scandinavian).

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The problem with contrasts

Choose a single gamut, play with halftones, use smooth transitions from one color to another. Sometimes the gradient looks more attractive than the sharp contrast between the palettes.

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Bulky sports equipment

If you can’t find time for a gym, give preference to practical physical exercises that do not require bulky exercise machines:

• squats
• twisting;
• push ups;
• pull-ups (you can story a small horizontal bar).

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Poor pet accessories

To grind off claws, one of the doorways can be covered with a small piece of carpet. A house with a soft couch can be made to order. The tray with the filler is easily replaced with a special toilet nozzle.

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Children's furniture

The nursery should be comfortable, practical, calm (we are talking about gentle, neutral tones). Try not to choose furniture with numerous shelves, ledges, drawers.Stick to concise forms. Avoid sharp contrasts in the finish.

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Glass tables

They look attractive, but are impractical in everyday use. On the surface of the glass tables there are many greasy stains, smudges. They are often scratched, cracked, broken.

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Neon lights

It is relevant in those cases when it has a practical purpose:

• small highlighting of the stairs;
• allocation of openings, niches, ledges;
• zoning of space.

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TV in a baguette

In apartments and private houses, the design of TVs or TV niches with a baguette looks tasteless, pretentious. Modern TVs have an attractive design, and some models have additional spectacular backlighting. It makes no sense to frame them with a wooden frame in the manner of art paintings.

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Patterned furniture

Painted furniture looks vulgar. On its surface, only some details are permissible:

• fine carving;
• fine painting, distinguished by half a ton from the main background;
• chrome or wood lining.

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Giant walls

Such furniture takes up too much space in the room. It is bulky, uncomfortable, expensive. It is much more practical to install a small cabinet and several hinged shelves.

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Shower stall

Adherents of a contrast shower and hydromassage dream of a shower cabin. But we should not forget about the difficulties in leaving:

• it is required to constantly wipe the walls so that ugly smudges of water do not form;
• joints need to be disinfected, as mold may appear in them;
• the pan requires regular sealant treatment so that water does not leak through the slots.

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Plasterboard partitions and niches

Interior designers often use multi-level niches, creating original recesses in the walls, but this solution is suitable only for large-sized apartments. In small rooms, plasterboard niches “steal” precious square meters.

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Tiered Ceilings

Do you want to recreate a spectacular modern style? Use glossy stretch ceilings. They are cheaper, easier to install and much more attractive in appearance.

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Creative overlaps in the nursery

When choosing prints that overlap from one plane to another, try not to violate the concept of the nursery, not to get out of the same style. Be sure to adhere to the selected palette, be guided by the wishes of the child.

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Imitation of animal skins

Unnatural skins look depressing. Sometimes they do not correspond in size and even color. Do not use similar prints in your interior design. Colorful patterns will make the interior “flashy”, repulsive.

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Props in the interior

Plaster stucco molding, artificial flowers, foam three-dimensional forms, polyurethane inserts - such a design is sharply knocked out of the general style, violates a single concept.

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Gold

In residential interiors, gold surfaces attract the eye and annoy. This rule must be followed when choosing any decor: moldings, cornices, furniture, etc.

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Wall painting, murals, murals

The colorful and rich Venetian landscape that adorns the entire surface of the wall will repel. The same rule applies to frescoes, murals, three-dimensional prints. Try to make your living space concise.

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Wrong light

Using lighting devices for zoning or creating a special effect, try to think over the finished result in advance. Plafonds often cast shadows on the ceiling and wall, greatly irritating the eye.

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Abundance of souvenirs

Souvenirs decorate the room in the event that there are few of them. Otherwise, they give the impression of a cluttered room. Leave in a conspicuous place only the most significant.

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Door to the bathroom from the living room

The bathroom should be isolated, and the entrance to it is better to do from the side of the corridor or hallway. If the door to the toilet will lead from the living room, this will create a lot of inconvenience for households and guests.

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Niche Bed

The bed should not be located in a confined space. This is very depressing and affects the quality of sleep. Such a solution is completely impractical.

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Clothes dryer

This folding device must be used for its intended purpose. It makes no sense to arrange the dryer in any way and try to fit it into the interior concept.

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Catchy moldings

Moldings are used for zoning the space and filling large free areas on the walls. They should not attract too much attention. Their main task is to focus on what is inside the framed area.

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Inaccurate coating joint

Even the most beautiful and expensive wallpapers will not fix the situation if their junction is striking. Any surface, horizontal or vertical, should be uniform and flat.

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Plumbing hatch

If you need to carefully close the shaft, then use the revision hatch for this. It looks stylish and concise, and most importantly - practical to use. Try not to install an artificial plumbing or plastic plumbing screen.

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Wires and extension cords

Electrical cables hanging from the ceiling or running along walls can ruin the overall impression of the interior. If you have already finished the finish and you need to run another cable, then use special skirting boards with an open internal cavity, as well as plastic boxes.