Step Up Your STR ~ AirBnb Decor and More

59 | Best of IKEA for AirBnb Decor


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Not everything from IKEA belongs in a revenue-producing vacation rental. Some items improve guest experience and perceived value — others quietly hurt durability, photos, and bookings.

In this episode, I share what I actually buy from IKEA for STRs — and what I never do.

Yes, IKEA is good! — when used selectively.

Best categories:

  • Storage & organization

  • Mirrors

  • Some kitchen basics

  • Rugs & functional pieces

Avoid:

  • Bed frames & mattresses

  • Flimsy furniture

  • Fragile decor

  • Cheap-looking, recognizeable items that look soooo IKEA!

Durability + perception matter more than decor price in STR design.

IKEA isn’t the problem — unfiltered IKEA shopping is.


Every item should:
✔ Be durable
✔ Photograph well
✔ Improve guest experience
✔ Not lower perceived value


Because in short-term rentals:

How your space looks determines how much money it makes.

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Step Up Your STR ~ AirBnb Decor and MoreBy Cara Shimizu ~ AirBnb Decorating Expert

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