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!

Budget-Friendly Flooring in a Variety of Styles

If you're on the hunt for affordable flooring with quality looks, give laminate a chance to impress you. It's available in all sorts of natural and weathered wood styles, so you're sure to find one you'd love to use in your design. Lumber Liquidators offers dozens of realistic laminate options that are super wear-resistant and GREENGUARD Gold certified for indoor air quality. They're great for floors throughout the house, of course, but homeowners have gotten creative and you can now find laminate adorning walls, too!

Model: Lumber Liquidators Dream Home Ultra X2O 10mm Tuscan Fusion Maple | $2.79/sq. ft.

Durable Stone Planks with Wood Tones and Textures

The aesthetic of wood on walls is making a comeback, and Vintage Ranch panels from Eldorado Stone give you the chance to install it everywhere! With the look of reclaimed barn wood, Vintage Ranch is actually made from expertly hand-painted concrete planks—so it can be incorporated into every room of the house and even around fireplaces without worry. With four gorgeous varieties ranging from light to dark, you can imbue the right vibe in each space with this brand-new-for-2017 profile!

Model: Eldorado Stone Vintage Ranch in Saddlewood | Contact for a Quote

The Perfect Mouldings for Every Space

Whether your tastes are simple or grand, finer architectural details like mouldings can make all the difference in your interior. Fypon® has an impressive catalog with everything from plain flat trim to ornate casing, and they also offer custom work if you need something specific. If you don't know where to start, take advantage of their free project takeoff for product suggestions for your home hand-selected by experts. Moulded millwork is made from durable polyurethane, and you can paint or stain it to your liking!

Model: Fypon® Crown, Baseboard, and Panel Moulding | Contact for a Quote

Connected and Intelligent Laundry Appliances

The Smart Laundry Suite from Whirlpool® is a set of app-connected appliances that can integrate with the Nest Learning Thermostat® and sync with Amazon Dash Replenishment—they take the guesswork out of the laundry! There are all kinds of nifty features to explore in the Whirlpool® app, but the simplest is the best: remote control. It allows you to start cycles when you're not at home, so they're ready when you return and haven't been waiting all day. Both gas and electric dryers are available with this smart functionality!

Model: Whirlpool® 5.3 cu. ft. Smart Top Load Washer with Remote Control | $1,399.00 MSRP

A See-Through Fireplace for Multi-Room Viewing

Fireplaces have come a long way from hearths of the past—just look at this super contemporary see-through model from Heat & Glo®! This PRIMO fireplace is available in 48-, 60-, and 72-inch lengths to match the level of drama you're aiming for. It pairs well with modern interiors, but there are other see-through fireplaces with the right style for more traditional and rustic designs, too. Try the My Hearth Planner to find the perfect fireplace for your home!

Model: Heat & Glo® PRIMO See-Through Gas Fireplace | Starting at $9,992

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

A Beautiful and Calming Palette of Paint Colors

The 2018 color trends are in, and they're all about calming hues in a range of moods! In The Moment, a subdued blue-green, is the BEHR® color of the year, and its serene and cool tone is perfect for applications of all kinds. See the full palette in these Color Trends 2018 to discover similarly neutral and balanced complements for In The Moment. Most of 2018's colors are gentle shades of blue, green, and tan, but if your style is on the warmer side, you'll also find a beautiful soft pink and pleasant orange hues!

Model: BEHR® 2018 Color of the Year, In The Moment T18-15 | Price Varies by Product Selected

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.

The Top 10 Interior Products of 2017

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