(BEST OF!) - Everything You Wanted to Know About Seating (But Were Afraid to Ask)

Betsy Helmuth shares insights on seating, discussing key considerations for buying sofas, comparing sectionals, chaise, and standard sofas. She also covers chairs, ottomans, dining chairs, benches, counter stools, and bar stools. Plus, an announcement of a new YouTube channel. 0:00 Introduction and premium membership details 1:25 Betsy's favorite things involving seating 3:04 Key considerations when buying a sofa 6:43 Sectional vs. chaise sofa vs. standard sofa 10:12 Fully backed sectionals and their investment 12:42 Thoughts on chairs and ottomans 15:45 Dining chairs and benches 18:41 Counter stools and bar stools 19:45 Announcement of the new YouTube channel - Seating is essential for creating a cozy, inviting home environment where memorable experiences can be enjoyed comfortably. - When choosing a sofa, opt for a mid-tone fabric, preferably polyester or an acrylic blend, for durability and easy cleaning. - Avoid backless seating options like benches and ottomans for extended periods, as they are generally uncomfortable for adults. Additional show notes: Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question. Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes. Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy. For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com. For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com. For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

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Get fresh tips from budget decorating guru, Betsy Helmuth. Each episode is packed with secrets the other pros don't want you to know and with answers to your burning design questions.  Betsy owns Uploft Interior Design and has been featured on DIY Network, NBC's "Today Show", HGTV, Lifetime, and more. She penned the best-selling book, Affordable Interior Design.  Helmuth has shared her affordable design advice and step-by-step approaches with millions through live workshops, her design book, guest columns, television appearances, and interviews. She brings her knowledge to podcasting, discussing color palettes, pattern mixing, budget creation, layout maximization, and more. It’s time to start living in the home of your dreams without maxing out your credit cards. Learn how with Affordable Interior Design by Uploft! Ask Betsy Helmuth a design question here: Affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast Upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes here: Affordableinteriordesign.com/podcast Become an interior designer with Uploft’s Academy here: https://www.uploftinteriordesignacademy.com/ For more design tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com. For our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com. For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.