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Decorating is a very personal thing, and our homes should reflect our taste, not the trends we follow. That said, taste is a very subjective word. There are always exceptions, and what may look like a mistake in one room can work in another. But there are a few things inexcusable in all cases, whether for functional or aesthetic reasons. Check 'em out, and tell us if you agree!

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Mistake: Excess Knickknacks
Solution: Edited Accessories
Mistake: Matching Furniture Sets
Solution: An Eclectic Mix
Mistake: Fake Flowers
Solution: Low-Maintenance Plants
Mistake: Obviously Themed Rooms
Solution: Stylish Cohesion
Mistake: Bad Wall Treatments
Solution: Wallpaper
Mistake: Lack of Color
Solution: Small Pops of Color
Mistake: Too Many Cables
Solution: Cable Camouflage
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