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Decoration is very particular about "fashion trends". The designs that were once very popular may be outdated now! Because after the test of time, people find that these seemingly smart designs are not very reasonable, or with the advancement of design, there are more reasonable choices.

Below I’m going to introduce 20 outdated decoration designs. These designs were very popular 10 years ago. Most people who have done them regretted it, but there are still many people doing them now. I hope that after reading this article, everyone will not make the same mistake again!

1. "Liver-red" door → Korean door

The "liver red" doors used to be the favorite of developers, but now they are no longer in tune with the mainstream decoration trend of modern simplicity. Nowadays, people generally like simple, low-key and high-end gray and black Korean doors.

2. Cabinet air conditioner → duct air conditioner

Cabinet air conditioners were once the mainstream in living rooms, but they take up space, the air outlets tend to blow directly at people, and the comfort is poor. Nowadays, duct air conditioners have become the first choice for most living room decorations, after all, they are comfortable and do not take up floor space.

3. Finished TV cabinet → Customized TV cabinet

Ten years ago, many people would think about making their TV walls look high-end and classy when decorating their homes, so they usually bought short ready-made TV cabinets. However, such TV cabinets have poor storage capacity and are prone to clutter on the countertop, making the expensive TV wall become a mere decoration. Nowadays, people no longer decorate their homes around TV walls. Installing custom cabinets directly on the TV wall can greatly increase the storage space at home, which is a wise choice.

4. Plaster line → double eyelids

In the past, it was popular to install plaster lines around the ceiling, but the lines of the plaster lines were complicated and more suitable for European style. Now the decoration style is modern and simple. If you do a simple double eyelid, the effect will appear much more generous.

5. Small bricks → large size tiles

In the past few years, it was very popular to use small white tiles in kitchen and bathroom decoration, but this kind of tiles have many gaps, especially the uneven surface of bread tiles, which are very difficult to maintain. Now everyone is pragmatic in decoration and directly pastes large-sized tiles on the walls of kitchen and bathroom.

6. Large crystal lamp → simple ceiling lamp

Ten years ago, it was very grand and prestigious to install a gorgeous crystal lamp in the living room. However, after the test of time, it was found that the crystal lamp would turn into "obsidian" after a long time of use. Now, when decorating, everyone likes simple and generous ceiling lamps or no main lamps.

7. Cabinet door handle → no handle

In the past, door handles were standard for wardrobes, but they have been gradually eliminated under the trend of simplicity. Now, it is popular to make handle-free designs for cabinets. Simple and elegant doors are more beautiful.

8. Stacked ceiling → large flat ceiling

Ten years ago, ceiling decoration was considered a face-saving project. Many people wanted to make the ceiling rich in layers to show class, but this kind of stacked ceiling is easy to hide dust and difficult to maintain, and is not suitable for the current mainstream minimalist style. Now, simple and high-end large flat ceilings are popular in decoration.

9. Threshold Stone → Paving

In the past, when decorating, people would usually add threshold stones to any place with a door. But except for the main door, bathroom and other spaces, the threshold stone seems a bit superfluous. So now when decorating, people generally choose to lay the whole floor, which is economical and beautiful.

10. Yang corner strip → Begonia corner

Ten years ago, the outer corners of tiles were usually finished with an outer corner strip, but the outer corner strip was different from the material of the tiles and was easily an eyesore. Now, when decorating, it is generally necessary to ask the tile laying master to grind the outer corners of the tiles to make them into a crabapple corner finish.

11. Sliding window → Casement window

Ten years ago, sliding windows were the main window type in decoration, especially in rural areas. With the advancement of hardware materials, casement windows are now widely used in decoration, which have better sealing properties.

12. Large and small double slots → large single slot

In the past, when decorating the kitchen sink, people would choose a large and small double sink, thinking that it would save water, but in reality, it did not save much water, but it made it more troublesome to wash the pot. Now it is popular to use a large single sink, which can be used to wash the pot, which is convenient and saves trouble.

13. Solid wood skirting → minimalist metal skirting

In the renovation 10 years ago, the skirting was either concealed with ceramic tiles or exposed with solid wood. Now in the minimalist modern style space, the minimalist metal skirting will have a more generous effect.

14. Water retaining strip → countertop attached to the wall

When installing cabinets and wash basins 10 years ago, a water barrier was usually installed on the innermost side. In fact, this was necessary because the details were not handled well and the gap inside was too large. Now, when decorating, it is popular to install it directly against the countertop, which is convenient for maintenance and the countertop will be wider.

15. Wave line → large paving

In the past, when decorating large spaces such as living rooms and dining rooms, people would usually lay out a circle of wavy lines, saying that the space would have a sense of hierarchy, but in reality it did not look very good. Now it is popular to lay out tiles throughout the entire space, and the simple effect actually looks better.

16. Bathroom Storage Rack → Alcove

In the past, bathroom supplies were usually stored in a storage rack in the corner. This type of storage rack has poor storage capacity and is easy to fall off if not installed properly. Now it is popular to install niches in the bathroom, which will make bathroom storage much stronger.

17. Sliding door wardrobe → hinged door wardrobe

In the past, people generally liked to use sliding doors in wardrobe decoration. The doors of this kind of wardrobe are easily stuck by clothes, and the tracks are also easy to accumulate dust, causing the wardrobe doors to derail and loosen. Now, flat doors are generally used in decoration, so all the doors can be opened at the same time, making it more convenient to organize the wardrobe.

18. Tiles on the wall → Apply latex paint

Ten years ago, it was very popular to put tiles on the wall, but the texture of tiles is cold and shiny, which makes the space unwarm and creates glaring reflections. Now, when decorating, people usually choose to paint the wall with latex paint. You can choose any color you want. The simple effect is more elegant and durable.

19. Roman rod → track curtain box

In the past, Roman rods were generally used for curtains, but Roman rods are easy to accumulate dust and the top light blocking is not tight. Now it is popular to use rails + curtain boxes, which are simple and beautiful as a whole and can block light tightly.

20. Dry and wet separation → external wash basin

In the past, the emphasis of decoration was to separate the shower room into dry and wet areas. Now, the emphasis of decoration is to separate the dry and wet areas while improving the efficiency of the bathroom, placing the wash basin outside to avoid conflicts between going to the toilet and washing in the morning, which would lead to queues.

Designer sister has something to say:

Through the above comparison, I believe everyone has discovered that the simpler, the more attractive! Therefore, when decorating, you should keep the design simple and avoid complicated designs. Complex designs are easy to become outdated.