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As a personal fan of mid-century furniture when I first saw the shell chair I thought that it was a fittable element in any mid-century layout. To explain this is important to first show you how can recognize a mid-century design or what features it normally offers.

The mid-century features are summarized in the following ones:

• Simplicity: this style is influenced by minimalism, so the pieces that are cataloged as mid-century modern, normally the appearance is as simple as they can be.

• Functionality: as this movement surged after the second world war, functionality is a must because at that time there wasn’t enough budget to acquire a lot of furniture pieces.

• Materials: normally the materials used in this category are plate wood, steel, glass, leather, and a few more affordable components, due to the same aforementioned reason. 

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Now after looking at the main features of the mid-century modern style, you can see for yourself that the shell chair matches every feature. Its appearance is very simple and chic, it is made with a slightly curved back of molded oak plywood and you can implement it in any room!

In the previous article, we discussed the power of baking soda to remove stains on modern leather sofas like the Mario Bellini sofa. Now we will continue the list with more natural products that you can use to create your own homemade stain remover.

2. White vinegar

This is another product that you can use to remove stains and that you surely have in your kitchen. White vinegar is a great option for two reasons:

Inexpensive: This product is very affordable and easy to find in any grocery store or similar!

Non-toxic: this product does not produce any toxic reaction or annoying gas, remember that it is used in salads, so from there you can draw your own conclusions about its toxicity.

In case you have doubts about the power of vinegar to clean stains, it is important to mention that this substance is composed of acetic acid, a compound with bleaching properties.

3. Borax

Don’t let the name scare you! When you read the name borax you may think you must be in the laboratory to use it, and you are not, you can easily acquire it and use it to blur the stains on your fabric sofa.

This is a natural mineral composed of sodium, boron, oxygen, and water.

Plus! It can help you with control odor too.

Stains are one of the most hateful things that furnishing can have, I am right?

But it’s okay, don’t feel bad if you currently have stains on your modern sofa, everyone gets at least one at some point in time. It’s actually quite impossible to completely avoid them. The possibilities of getting stains increase when you have more members living with you, especially kids. 

So today we are going to focus on how to eliminate those hateful stains from your sofa. 

I have tried the following list of products with my own Togo sofa. This is an aniline leather modern sofa, with very thick cushions and big dimensions, so if you have a similar piece it would perfectly work for you too.

Now, let’s get started!

1. Baking soda is not only your companion in the kitchen, it should also be in your cleaning kit

Baking soda is one of the most commonly used products when the goal is related to stain removal. Personally, I spray a solution of this, mixing a few grams of it with distilled water, and leave it for 20 min reacting. After that, I dry it with a microfiber cloth.

Click to check other natural products to remove stains.

The importance of lighting in interior design is vital for several primary reasons that you should never lose sight of. First, it’s an aspect of décor directly linked to both functionality and aesthetics. An adequately lit environment is a functional space because it allows using a compartment in all its dimensions efficiently, it’s an area in which all kinds of activities can be carried out, and it allows for rearrangement of the elements over and over again without limitation. Besides, it’s highly aesthetic because it allows appreciating the colors in their real tones, the smallest details to have greater visibility, and improves the visual balance of the compartment. Some masterpieces like the Arco lamp are very helpful in this regard.

However, achieving successful lighting is not always an easy task, especially in homes or buildings that are not highly favored by natural light and need to find new ways to turn these types of resources into opportunities to bring out the best in each area. Just take a look at the wide range of accessories available on the market, types of lamps, and resources to enhance the lighting effects (floor lamps, ceiling lamps, table lamps, wall lamps, etc.). Among these tools, floor lamps have a very special spot as they are the most recommended lamps in most cases. Additionally, as with other categories of light fixtures, floor lamps feature a wide and conspicuous variety of different models, designs, and styles, each focused on a specific need and intention.

The Arco lamp replica by Manhattan Home Design is one of the best samples of balance between aesthetics and function. Get this extraordinary design born from the talent of the Castiglioni Brothers, and you’ll be reaching the next level of lighting and class.

The reasons why your modern sofa is considered a key piece of your living room are obvious, and very valid. Therefore, it will always be worth it that you can keep it in good condition, making the best of its aesthetic and functional appearance. This will ensure much longer durability and save you the need to change it for a long time. To take maximum care of your midcentury sofa, these are some of the tips that you can apply to keep it clean and beautiful:

• Get a fabric shampoo. This is especially recommended for removing liquids from light-colored fabric upholstery. For dark upholstery, benzine is more appropriate.
• Grease stains from your modern sectional can be removed more easily if you use talcum powder. Remember that the faster you clean them, the less grease the fabric will absorb, and you’ll get better results. If you can waterproof the upholstery, these risks will be less.
• Leather sofas usually only require soap and water in small amounts to remove stains. Sometimes just a little water is enough.
• The location of the sofa is directly related to the amount of dust that it can absorb. Remember to vacuum it once a week if it’s near an outdoor area like the garden or terrace. If it’s very close to a window, you may need to vacuum it more than once.
• People sometimes have the habit of always sitting in the same seat on the sofa, and this can deteriorate the foam quickly if you’re the only person using the piece. Alternate the seats you use so as not to degrade just one of the cushions and maintain a balance in use.

Remember that the best sofas are known not only for their materials but also for their aesthetic style. Follow these practical tips, and your model will last much longer.

There’s no doubt that the Industrial style has gained an increasingly important and transcendent place in the world of interior design. It’s no coincidence that it has become one of the most requested trends by users. One of its greatest advantages is that it can make a modern sofa and the rest of the furniture pieces that make up a layout look in a fantastic splendor. What makes this style special is the bold way in which it allows apparently unfinished areas to be combined with others with a more polished look, creating a balance between rustic and elegant that produces an interesting visual effect and serves as inspiration for very original indoors.

Of course, everyone wants their midcentury sofa to be the perfect choice for a setting decorated in this style. Some choose a modern sectional because it’s a sure way to take advantage of the room’s corners. However, keep in mind that the Industrial style is generally recommended for rooms with very large dimensions and high ceilings, so this type of sofa is more indicated to generate the visual sensation of separation between one area and another without the need to add walls or dividers. Most of these layouts are designed according to open-concept floor plans.

Remember that leather sofas can be combined with materials of this decorating style to create authentic environments. Metals, concrete designs, glass, pipes, and neutral color palettes often dominate in industrial-style settings. Regardless of how your decor is, the best sofas will always make a very valuable contribution to the interior design you want to create.

If you’re a property owner and you had to furnish the place for the first time, it probably happened to you that you never thought how complicated or overwhelming it could be. Choosing the perfect configuration to create the ideal floor plan that would allow you to make the best use of the compartment. After all, filling an empty room and transforming it from scratch into an aesthetically pleasing and functional area can be a very demanding job. However, when you have in your selection some pieces like the Napa sofa, the task can be much easier. Arranging furniture doesn’t have to be such a scary task when you’ve got a focal point like that on your side.

Focal points are the spots that capture the most attention in a place. It can be a tangible object like a midcentury sofa or an abstract element like a breathtaking exterior view or a fragment where the lighting is especially focused. However, if your living room is modest, with simple and unobtrusive features, without any of the properties mentioned, a modern sofa could do most of the work. The Napa sofa is the example we have chosen here due to its impressive tan leather upholstery, its robust dimensions with geometric proportions, and its dense cushions that make it a wonder of Mid-Century Modern style.

Turn your living room into a charming conversation and relaxation area with a Napa sofa, and you’ll discover that arranging your furniture will be an experience that, rather than stress or overwhelm you, will allow you to have fun and explore your creativity.

We recommend that before continuing to review the previous article where you can see when Black Friday is celebrated in addition to another good option of a lamp to buy on Black Friday.

Another great option to enhance or accent a beautiful and classic furniture piece like the Florence Knoll sofa, is the following lamp:

Adornments Console Table, Lamp, Mirror

Source: Walmart

This three-piece set; Console, lamp and mirror, can enhance any entryway or any office desk creating a bright and peaceful place. The discount is absolutely incredible and we are sure you don’t want to miss out!

“The mirror and lamp all have matching material that will add a tasteful touch to your decor style”.

Products dimensions:

Table: 32 L x 15 W x 32 H

 Lamp: 13 L x 13 W x 31.5 H

 Mirror: 16 L x .1 W x 24 H

Meridian Jumbo Pendant & Castle Pendant Lamps

Our third and fourth lamp options are different from the others because they are ceiling lamps. These lamps can be placed above the Florence sofa to make the design of the living room more eye-catching. They also have an incredible 30 and 50% discount!

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Take advantage of the day of Black Friday! Refresh your lighting and implement lamps next to your Florence Knoll sofa or furniture that serves as the focal point in the center of your living room.

This year Black Friday is celebrated on November 27, these days, and even before you can buy those accessories or items that you have wanted so much for a long time but perhaps you did not have the budget to buy them. In today’s article we have listed some lamps that are for sale that could complement your current decoration.

We have decided to place lamps because lighting is one of the most important factors that make a room look large, clean, organized and harmonious.

Now, let’s see some of the best lamps deals so far!

Mid-Century Table Lamp: Safavieh Portcia 

Source: Walmart

This list starts with one of the most recurrent stores on Black Friday: Walmart.

The Safavieh Portcia lamp will match with your mid-century layout or any other design with a kind of modern-vintage vibe. This neutral lamp is designed to effortlessly elevate any room decorative aesthetic. 

Click to check ceiling lamp deals on Black Friday.

The Flag Halyard Chair is a chair suitable for different areas, including outdoors. Not all people are lucky enough to have an outdoor space in their homes, but if you’re one of those lucky ones, always keep in mind that it’s always good to have a favorite chair in which you can enjoy those warm days in the garden, balcony, terrace, or patio. There’s a very noticeable difference between being able to enjoy an outdoor barbecue with your loved ones if you have a favorite chair or if you don’t have one. So never underestimate this advantage. If meetings aren’t your thing, enjoying a calmer activity, such as an outdoor reading session, can be a much more relaxing experience in a room like this.

You don’t have to invest a large fortune in a chair to be able to use it outdoors, and that’s something you should never lose sight of. Options like the Flag Halyard Chair replica by Manhattan Home Design represent the perfect balance between cost and benefit. The piece, which comes from the imagination and ingenuity of Hans Wegner, is composed of a steel structure on which the seat and back have been woven entirely using a high-resistance flag line. The chair includes a sheepskin cover for softness and comfort, one of its most attractive properties. Besides, saving money thanks to a piece like the Flag Halyard Chair reproduction is the most direct and safest way to make a good investment that covers your aesthetic and functional needs to make your outdoors your new favorite areas.