The Top 10 Interior Products of 2017
by Rachel Lyon, Editorial Director for The House Designers
The interior of your home is where you show most of your style! This list of the year's best interior products includes plenty of beautiful finishes that you can use to personalize your space, as well as some that are primarily functional to increase convenience in your daily life. Take a look and see what offers what you're looking for!
A Wireless Light Switch Solution
New from
Eaton®, the Anyplace Switch is an answer to light switch placement woes. If you've ever wished that a switch was in a more convenient location or wanted a dimmer where there wasn't one, this battery-operated Z-Wave device can hook you up without needing to call an electrician. There are no wires involved, so you are free to place it on any flat surface in the house from walls to countertops. The Anyplace Switch uses wireless technology that doesn't interfere with home Wi-Fi, either—see this
video to learn how it works!
Model: Eaton® Anyplace Switch | Price Varies
Intuitive HVAC Control That Saves Money
If you're looking for intelligent climate control that takes the guesswork out of heating and cooling your home,
Bosch Thermotechnology has you covered. The Bosch Connected Control is a 5-inch touchscreen thermostat with Wi-Fi connectivity that allows you to monitor and control your home while you're out, and you can set personalized schedules for your HVAC system to follow. The unit automatically turns the heating and cooling on and off to maintain temperature while users are away from their home. This is a great way to reduce utility costs!
Model: Bosch Connected Control | $169.99 MSRP
An Easy Light Switch Upgrade for Nighttime Safety
Every year,
SnapPower adds another innovation to the humble coverplate. Products of the past dressed up outlets with USB chargers, nightlights, and childproof sliding outlet covers, but the new SwitchLight has expanded their repertoire up the wall. It installs easily over switches that control overhead lights, perfect for lighting the way to the bathroom or nursery in the dark. The SwitchLight uses efficient LED bulbs that last 25 years, uses 10 cents of electricity per year, and has four settings—high, low, automatic, and off—to suit your needs. Say goodbye to outlet-hogging nightlights!
Model: SnapPower SwitchLight Single in White | $17.00 MSRP
Furniture Made with the Environment in Mind
Did you know that furniture choices can have a positive impact for the environment and your own indoor air quality? Most beds, dressers, desks, etc., are built using inferior wood products treated with harmful chemicals that off-gas indefinitely. For more eco-friendly options, consider solid wood furniture from
Epoch Design®, a Washington-based, family-owned company that uses responsibly sourced lumber, low-VOC glues, and lead-free finishes. They craft pieces to heirloom quality to last generations, so they won't end up in the landfill. Investing in more than cheap flat-pack furniture is good for your health, your wallet, and our world!
Model: Epoch Design® Verona Storage Bed in Full Size | $1,100 with Free Shipping in Contiguous U.S.
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