Guides
Practical notes on furnishing a home with secondhand furniture.
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How to furnish a balcony in Dubai
What survives sun, dust and humidity on a Dubai balcony, and what to check with your building first.
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How to measure a room before you buy furniture
The measurements that matter, including the ones people forget: the lift, the corridor and the door swing.
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The spacing rules that make a small room work
Simple distances for sofas, coffee tables, rugs and beds, so a small room feels planned and not crammed.
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What to check before you buy secondhand furniture
What to ask before you go, what to test when you get there, and the signs that mean you should walk away.