Design Mistakes That Make Your House Look Cheap!

Hey design lovers! Tired of basic design mistakes making your home look cheap? I'm Garrett, and in today's video, I'm spilling the tea on easy fixes to upgrade your home's style without breaking the bank. From ditching those outdated mini blinds to transforming your kitchen with clever cabinetry tricks, we've got all the tips you need. We'll also dive into why the right rug size matters and how a plush pillow insert can make a world of difference. Say goodbye to cheap-looking spaces and hello to luxury on a budget! Ready to make your home fabulous? Let's dive in! 💫 #InteriorDesign #HomeDecor #DesignTips #AffordableLuxury #DIYDesign
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00:00 - Intro
00:17 - Mini Blinds
03:10 - Box Store Kitchen
06:42 - Small Rugs
10:08 - Cheap Pillow Inserts
13:57 - Builder Grade Paint
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[@adamiller2526]

I spent about a yr looking for a rug for my kitchen. Finally found it on marketplace. Super affordable and looks great. Very much worth the wait for a quality rug in an odd size. Keep searching, you will find it! Thanks Garrett! Love your channel!

[@GarrettLeChic]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much for your support.

[@meridethhendry5733]

I’m a wood shutter gal. I know they are not really popular now but I love my shutters! Another fun, interesting and informative video. Love it!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nogames8982]

@@meridethhendry5733 in the right house I think would shutters are great.

[@Oceangirl1234]

They get so dusty tho I hv them on one window

[@j.t.1215]

❤Happy Sunday!!!! Sending *LOVE* to Garrett and the entire Le Chic family!!!!!❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Same to you! Thanks.😊

[@lyngideon]

So glad that you understand the difference between cheap in cost vs cheap in quality. I ADORE a bargain! FB Marketplace is my first stop when looking for quality on a budget. Found an amazing vintage Chesterfield leather sofa for $300. I reconditioned the leather, but it’s gorgeous.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@TheStipple]

Restrictions on window treatments by an HOA? One more reason to stay away from a nanny state neighborhood. I'm happy looking at the offerings in Garrett's Amazon store.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay! I hope you find many things you like.

[@Moluccan56]

It could be a strata community where people pay market value.

[@Christine-zk6hk]

If you don't want a single family home, but want a townhouse or a condo, you generally don't have any option on an HOA. There has to be an organization that takes care of the common areas. What you can do is review the CC&Rs and talk to residents to see what restrictions are in force and how they are enforced. Without looking, I believe that the only restriction is you can't just hang a sheet over the window where I live.

[@VanessaBurton-hb9pm]

My condo is in an HOA and while they do bug me they have no restrictions on window treatments

[@GarrettLeChic]

@@VanessaBurton-hb9pm Every situation is different. I live in a community with a very strict HOA. Just suggesting everyone check with their HOA if they have one first and before spending money on items.

[@MarilynFromTarotClarity]

Pulling the rug under my sofa as we speak 😂Thank you!

[@GarrettLeChic]

My pleasure!

[@lourdesecheverria6209]

LOL

[@roubanashabe3490]

🤣👍🏻

[@deemariedubois4916]

I had to laugh at the crushed hotel pillow. I finish off packing by putting my king size very plump pillow on top, and work just a bit to get the suitcase closed. Have pillow will travel.

[@danicegewiss862]

You must stay in hotels a lot. We own a camper we go to every other weekend in northwestern PA. We're building a house out there, but the camper keeps us comfy. We have beautiful fat pillows.

[@michelel6643]

My dad was “raised during the Depression” cheap. And yet he always bought the best paint possible-if he spent money on something, you know I’m going to!

[@AnnaEAP1]

After a consultation with Garrett and LOTS of negotiation here I finally got rid of the terrible cropped rod curtains, halleluya!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Yay! It was a great pleasure consulting with you!😊😊😊

[@Moluccan56]

What are cropped rod? I’ve probably done it.

[@susanpera2131]

I just re-decorated my spare room, and that lamp is perfect. I just ordered it! I hate blinds also, but they give you some privacy and light control. Love “bottom up shades”.

[@1khwab]

Good Morning Garrett, Lol the walls for exfoliating, that’s classic Garrett for you, love that for me😻 Thank you for the vlog. Totally agree to everything you mentioned. Yes my eyes went to that gorgeous lamp and the black frame of the painting, so I am sure going to check the Amazon link, not that I need a lamp now but future references 😍 Have a beautiful week ahead, stay healthy and stay happy🥰🤗

[@GarrettLeChic]

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[@nogames8982]

When I bought my house back in 2001 they had those darn aluminum blinds up everywhere. I hated them. One day I literally stood up, walked over to them and ripped them off the wall. I was done. I put up cheap curtains, etc. and made it work out and then I got nice ones when I updated my house.

[@MizJilly]

I'd say that if your kitchen is big enough and your home isn't ultra-modern, skip a bit of cabinetry and put in a freestanding armoire, display cabinet, or antique/vintage hutch.

[@mpetersonification]

I put a small free standing amoire/hutch in my kitchen about a year ago and it took my kitchen to another level!❤❤

[@MizJilly]

@@mpetersonification I bet it's gorgeous!! I used to be in an old house that had very few cabinets. I was disgruntled till I started researching freestanding kitchens. I put pieces in and loved it! I got so many compliments on it. I think there's an untapped marked for less cabinetry.

[@rainbomg]

9:10 the little baby rug under the coffee table, I laughed out loud at this

[@juliettebobcat704]

OMG! The last comment about what Garrett needs from his walls...that was too much! 😄 😄 🤣 It's like the whole video led up to that one perfect delivery.

[@GarrettLeChic]

🤣🤣🤣

[@amyweaver7413]

I couldn’t agree more regarding cheap paint.Beside being a cheap look, it’s diffi to paint with too and you usually have to apply more coats to achieve half-decent coverage. I don’t think it’s cheaper in the long run.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed Amy.

[@fiddlersthree8463]

My experience (limited!) with matte paint is: if you buy a good grade of paint, it is cleanable and looks fabulous.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Agreed!

[@fabiennewestphal]

Learning a Lot with LeChic 🖤 Thank you Garrett 🖤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for your support!

[@mariacabrera2850]

Another great video!🖤

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you!!

[@lucywood5545]

I will follow the pillow insert advice

[@GarrettLeChic]

Awesome!

[@rainbomg]

A cool way to save money is to buy clearance throw pillows that are nice but ugly and use them as inserts.

[@Mar-ME-s3h]

Excellent, as always ⭐️

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@martaescobar7625]

.....if you have a mansion......invite me over 🤣 Knowledgeable, charming, funny.....this grandma sends a hug:) Thanks for your help.......

[@GarrettLeChic]

Absolutely! Please take a moment if you haven’t already to support the channel and become a subscriber.😊😊😊

[@carolinamay8328]

I hope this makes the "first hour" window. I haven't posted in several years but I've been watching you since your early days. Right now I'm trying to figure out paint and drapes for my bedroom and guest room and it's so confusing. This video was timely. Thanks.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate all your support.

[@carolinamay8328]

@@GarrettLeChic You are so cute. You make me smile.

[@j.t.1215]

9:07 Who else thought of the scene in The Devil Wears Prada when Miranda stares at Emily's shoes?? 😅

[@GarrettLeChic]

🤣🤣🤣

[@JoanCrabtree-by1gn]

Good afternoon from Minnesota.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Hello! Have a great day.

[@queenmarynovelwriter5397]

I'm spoiled here. I love natural light , my condo faces north/south (the bay to the left and the Manila skyline to the right) I live on the 33rd floor so I don't have to worry about blinds.

[@lizdevore372]

Love your new light!

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks!

[@wendykornfein3337]

Your unique videos are addicting, I swear...

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!🤗🤗🤗

[@Christine-zk6hk]

When I remodeled my kitchen 20 some odd years ago, I found that a custom kitchen which not that much more expensive once you factored in the demo and dump costs, the work to make sure the walls are even, etc. unless of course you are going to diy it.

[@snjg1035]

Buying a kitchen runner rug now.

[@GarrettLeChic]

👍👍👍

[@nelliemelba4967]

The cheap pillow insert! They are awful aren't they? But I've been doubling up on the inserts, putting two larger ones into the one cushion cover. I like the extra "hardness" as I have RA and they give good support. Great for everyday use. Cheers Garrett!

[@kristak1102]

What are your thoughts on 2” wood blinds. Similar look to the ones at minute 11:50 in your video?

[@GarrettLeChic]

It depends. I’d have to virtually see the blinds in question or at least photos of them, and the space and window(s)they would be used in.

[@saraheschweiler4939]

Thank you for sharing these thoughtful design insights, @Garrett LeChic! As always, much appreciated! 🙏🌿💐🌿😊💚😘🌿💐🌿🙏 P.S. I love Farrow & Ball paints. What are some of your favorite paint brands? Since paint can be such a helpful space-refresher, it might be a popular topic if you gave us your overview on paint brands, the different grades, shine/sheens of paint, & when/how/where they are best used? Please?--it might be a topic a good many of us would love to hear you explore & explain?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lynfairy]

Thank you!

[@GarrettLeChic]

You're welcome!

[@nyusere]

Great advice as always!! In my home country blinds are not popular, it was a shock when I moved and found them everywhere, those tiny ones are the worst! Also a nightmare to clean. I love the white paint color in your studio , could you please share the name?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks! The paint information is in the description section of my videos.

[@AlliDG]

I hate blinds too! I’ve had plantation shutters now for awhile and love them. Lot-o-dusting, but easy maintenance. To me, they are timeless. I am thinking about a virtual discussion with you concerning my LR and adjoining DR. I just need some advice. How long should I book it for?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for sharing! I’d absolutely love to assist you. Please go to intro.co/garrettlechic It’s very easy and the available times are already in your time zone. If you have a VPN on your device, just turn it off while making your booking. I would recommend either an hour or at least half hour interior decorating consultation. 😀😀😀

[@chirasthimendis7176]

Etsy for rugs! ❤

[@GarrettLeChic]

👍👍👍

[@carolefreeman2544]

At the moment, we only have drapes in the bedroom and in the guest room. We also have good blinds as well. However, our kittens use the curtains for Olympic events. No matter how many times you tell them off and get them down, as soon as your backs turned they are back up them. They are not allowed in the Guest Room as it’s a “Cat Free” room, thank goodness. Therefore, we only have blinds (good quality ones), on all the other windows in our house. We do not have a dinning room rug under our table, but we do have rugs in the living room and bedroom and runners in the kitchen. Is it OK not to have a rug under the dining room? Love listening to you and your humour 😂❤🤗🇨🇦

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks for sharing and watching! I appreciate your support and am glad you are enjoying.

[@vickycelecia3642]

❤i love your channel ❤ From Gibraltar🇬🇮

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much!

[@amyweaver7413]

I’m late but will rematch from the beginning too.

[@GarrettLeChic]

👍😊👍

[@elderlypoodle9181]

We will continue to battle the algorithm in your honor ⚔️. And yes, dogs prefer fleece to cowhide. “Studies show” 😁🐄🐑

[@GarrettLeChic]

Thanks so much! I appreciate all views, but like I’ve saying it’s that first hour of views that really sets the tone.

[@elderlypoodle9181]

@@GarrettLeChic Yes! I usually catch it. Today I did not. ❤️🐩

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[@GarrettLeChic]

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[@alittlebitofthisandthatwit3143]

Hello 👋 I’m out shopping and literally stopped to watch your video in the first hour.

[@GarrettLeChic]

Hope you enjoyed it! I appreciate your support. It means so much.

[@gracegamboa1819]

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[@Catherine-2]

I want to take a match to my house .My living room is 17 by 12 it has 4 doors and 3 windows ! There is no way to arrange furniture.

[@GarrettLeChic]

I’d have to see the space and the furniture. It’s likely I could come up with a solution. I’m happy to do a virtual consultation with you. intro.co/garrettlechic

[@candaceonline7621]

How do I find ur store on Amazon?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Please go to the description section of the video and you will find it linked there. Thanks so much!

[@TheAkjing]

Are windows with great blinds but no additional window treatments a no-no?

[@GarrettLeChic]

Not necessarily if the blinds are really nice in my opinion.

[@suzanneroche2615]

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[@diamant1081]

I hate blinds. It is ugly and it give me a feeling if I am in prison. It makes it dark in the house. No, I hate them. But the USA probably love them, because I see them in EVERY video. Except with Garret in the house. 🙃 Irma from the Netherlands

[@GarrettLeChic]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@loricausey8946]

Can you be more xxx

[@GarrettLeChic]

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