The Do's and Don'ts of Family-Friendly Design

Are you looking for ways to design your home to make it friendlier and safer for kids? Here are some do’s and don’ts for decorating a home with a family in mind.

Don’t Use High-Maintenance Fabric

When picking upholstered furniture, do your research and choose a fabric or material that repels spills and stains — and is resistant to snags. Leather and microfiber are great high-performance fabrics, and tight-weave fabrics are more snag-proof than loose-weave fabrics like tweed. Designer Emily Henderson of Emily Henderson Design used Crypton for this family room sofa to meet her need for a stylish yet stain-resistant fabric.

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