8 Things for Your Home You Should Never Pay More Than $25 for, According to Designers (Apartment Therapy)

This is an excerpt from the Apartment Therapy article written by Sarah Lyon

These days, it may seem like you can’t get much for just $25, but it’s time to reframe that mindset. In fact, you can source plenty of fun pieces for your fireplace mantel, walls, and even coffee table decor at this price point — you just have to know what to look for and where to shop. Here, interior designers share the pieces they always aim to source for $25 or less. Because sometimes, there’s just no need to spend more! 

Coffee Table Books

Designer Jenn Cameron has been able to find many under-$25 coffee table books, which she uses for pops of color and to create height on shelves and other surfaces. “I often buy a bunch of them when they’re on sale so that I have them for styling purposes,” she says. “If I know the client loves going to the beach or traveling, I will look for books that meet those needs.”