11 Exceptional Family Room Upgrades for Cozy Fall Binging
As fall approaches, many of us want to boost the coziness of our family rooms for ultimate binging comfort. Whether you're relaxing in front of the television, enjoying board games, entertaining guests, or otherwise chilling, these 11 family room upgrades will heighten your contentment.
You don't need to completely redo your family room to up the leisure quotient there. A few well-placed pieces and products will do the trick. We scoured popular retailers to find some of the best items for your family room.
11 Family Room Upgrades For Cozy Fall Binging
Shorter days and cooler nights usher in fall, making many of us crave fall binging in your cozy family room. Here are 11 of the highest-rated, most budget-friendly finds out there. As always, the prices listed may fluctuate over time.
1. Lumaland Luxurious Bean Bag Chair
If you haven't snuggled into a cushy seat when you're reading, watching TV or otherwise unwinding, you're missing out on top-notch relaxation. Once you put The Lumaland Luxurious Bean Bag Chair in your family room, you'll never want to go back to regular seating. Sink onto the microsuede outer cover, and this comfy chair will envelop you in the foam-filled interior that contains no plastic but conforms to your body heat and shape.
Worried you'll spill drinks or food on the chair? The outer cover is machine washable. Make sure you note the chair is shipped in a very condensed shape, so it may take two weeks for it to unfold to its full size. Choose a 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7-foot size in your choice of eight colors.
Buy it at Amazon from $159.99.
2. Marquette Electric Fireplace
As much as you may like the flicker of a fireplace's flame, it's a bit expensive to have an actual one built into your family room. Plus, there's the hassle of fuel and flues and lots of other pesky details. The Marquette Electric Fireplace allows you to enjoy the warmth and light of a fireplace without the downsides.
It's crafted from Polyresin stone and has a mantel, base, and sides made from manufactured wood. Use the enclosed remote to control the energy-efficient LED bulbs. The fireplace measures 35.25 inches by 60.25 inches by 15.5 inches, heats rooms up to 400 square feet and weighs 101 pounds. Anti-tip hardware restraints are included. It's currently available in white.
Buy it at Wayfair for $789.99.
3. Martex Microfiber Plush Blanket
Who among us doesn't enjoy snuggling under a cozy blanket during cool fall days and evenings? The Martex Microfiber Plush Blanket has just that purpose. Use this washable blanket made from ultra-plush polyester microfiber while watching TV, reading, working on the computer or even sleeping.
Choose twin (90 inches by 60 inches), full (90 inches by 90 inches) or king (90 inches by 108 inches). The blanket is available in six colors.
Buy it at Walmart from $27.35.
4. Rachel Glarner Mercury Retrograde Protection Candle
We think flickering candlelight creates the coziest ambiance you can enjoy. Rachel Glarner Mercury Retrograde Protection Candle not only provides that comfort but adds visual beauty and good vibes from lavender, chamomile, and positive energy crystals, including blue kyanite and quartz, melted into the wax.
The Mercury Retrograde Protection candles are handmade, measure 3.25 inches by 3 inches and provide 60 to 80 hours of burn time.
Buy it at Uncommon Goods for $30.
5. nuLoom Handmade Moroccan Leather-Filled Ottoman Pouf
There's something about handmade items that adds coziness to whatever room you place them. That's just what happens when you place the nuLoom Handmade Moroccan Leather Filled Ottoman Pouf in your family room.
This lightweight, sturdy and comfortable 100 percent leather pouf measures 20 inches by 20 inches and is 14 inches high. Plus, it's versatile, so use it as a decorative extra, footstool or even seat. It's available in multiple colors.
Buy it at Home Depot for $143.55.
6. Oriental Weavers of America Geometric Area Rug
Warm up your family room this fall with Oriental Weavers of America Geometric Area Rug. The fall colors on the 100 percent heat-set polypropylene machine woven rug make any room feel more relaxing.
You can easily clean the .3-inch height pile by vacuuming and spot cleaning. It's made to be stain-, fade- and wear-resistant. It's available in a variety of sizes to best suit your needs.
7. Yankee Candle Large Jar Candle, Autumn Wreath
The smell of autumn leave and cinnamon apples brings a cozy, quieting feel to the air. Add the 6.6-inch by 4-inch Yankee Candle Large Jar Candle, Autumn Wreath to your family room to achieve just that. The 22-ounce candle has 110 to 150 hours of burn time.
8. Mike & Co. New York Cover Set
Turn your current throw pillows into fall-ready accents with Mike & Co. New York Cover Set. The four 100 percent pumpkin square brushed polyester covers have a luxurious feel. Slip the orange, brown and white-colored covers that measure 18 inches by 18 inches by 0.24 inches and close the opening with the zipper.
Not only are the pillow covers seasonally colored, but they are also safe. The fabric is dyed certified products without any harmful substances.
9. Comfort Zone Electric Space Heater
Stop shivering and get cozy fast by using the 12.25-inch by 11.5-inch by 9.75-inch Comfort Zone Electric Space Heater. The 1500 watt infrared heater is equipped with quartz bulbs that reflect heat that warms the area in front of the heater. It's eco-friendly, allows you to monitor your energy consumption and features a large, easy-to-read digital display that shows your room's current temperature.
The full-function remote control and timer make control easy. The heater has advanced safety features, including a metal safety grill over the bulbs.
10. Lark Manor Blackout Thermal Grommet Curtain Panels
Block out the chilly weather and ramp up the family room's coziness with Lark Manor Blackout Thermal Grommet Curtain Panels. The set is made of triple-weave fabric that is noise-reducing and keeps heat inside your room. The panels are designed with metal grommets on top, so they're easy to hang. Use the enclosed tiebacks to sweep the panels back and bring light in when needed.
They're available in eight sizes and 30 colors, so you'll surely find a set to make your family room extra cozy.
11. Verilux HappyLight Lucent Light Therapy Lamp
The Verilux HappyLight Lucent LED Lamp brings extra coziness to your room. The personal therapy light boosts energy, improves mood, enhances focus, and regulates sleep patterns. Plug it in, and the light therapy brings you a dose of sunshine without hot spots.
It measures 8.5 inches by 6.5 inches by 0.5 inches and works with 40-watt LED bulbs. Plug it into any AC outlet.
Buy it at Bed Bath & Beyond for $44.99.
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