This Was The Worst Decor Trend From The Year That You Were Born

In the world of home interiors, trends come and go, and while many of them come back into fashion, others should definitely be resigned to the furniture scrapheap forever. You probably remember some of these blunders as you were growing up? So here we take a look back at some of the worst decor trends by year – including your birth year. And you can decide as to which ones are best forgotten… Avocado bathroom, anyone? 1960 – Busy interiors The minimalists among us will attest that less is more. But that wasn’t the case in 1960, when clashing colors and busy prints would put even the most extreme trends of today firmly to shame. So while this retro motel room might seem like a mid-century dream to some, we’re not sure how anyone’s meant to get any shut eye with those curtains drawn. 1961 – Dark brown couches The dark brown hue of this couch may be practical, sure, but aside from disguising dirt and grime, it’s not the most pleasant thing to look at. In the 1960s it was also common to pair dark sofas with citrus hues like bright orange or lime green. Somehow, though, it doesn’t leave much of a refreshing feel behind. 1962 – Plastic covered furniture It’s fair to say that we all love that fresh-out-of-the-box furniture feeling. But coating your couch in plastic to keep it in tip-top condition isn’t the same thing. Sixties’ kids might remember that feeling of being stuck to their grandma’s covered couch, or even the sweaty legs that accompanied too long of a sit. So we’re glad this preserved look is a thing of the past. 1963 – Popcorn ceilings Popcorn ceilings are a 1960s’ staple that we wish had never happened. Not only do they look outdated, but some styles were made using asbestos. This flexible fiberboard was commonly used around the home back then, but it has since been found to cause serious diseases including cancer. So before you rip out a popcorn ceiling, you should test it for the dangerous substance and have it dealt with professionally. 1964 – Loud lino Linoleum was actually invented by Brit Frederick Walton back in 1860. But it wasn’t until a whole 100 years later that the linseed floor covering became big news in interiors. The 1960s were all about lino, particularly in the kitchen. And while plain styles were popular, so were loud, in-your-face designs. Something to match the dress with ma’am? 1965 – TV trays TV dinners first hit homes in the 1950s. So it seems obvious that a way to enjoy them from the comfort of your couch would soon follow. And by the 1960s TV trays were common, with families ditching their formal dining table for a more relaxed eating place in front of their favorite shows. Looks pretty soulless to us, mind you. 1966 – Wood paneling Paneling made from natural woods like rosewood or walnut was a big feature of the Mid-Century Modern interior design movement. As such, people went overboard with the look, often cladding whole rooms in the dark, cold material. The style was eventually considered ugly and outdated, though wood-clad walls have since shown some signs of resurgence. 1967 – Lava lamps The lava lamp was invented by Edward Craven-Walker in 1963, and the home accessory would go on to become a lasting icon of the decade. Its unusual style and function perfectly suited the counter-cultural and psychedelic movements of the time. But its popularity apparently came as quite the surprise to its creator. Groovy baby! 1968 – Waterbeds When Charlie Hall created the waterbed in 1968 he was hopeful his invention would aid a better night’s sleep. But in subsequent years they attracted somewhat of a sleazy reputation. And the health benefits of a water-filled mattress are yet to be proven. Better to stay close to shore, on solid ground, we think. 1969 – Round beds Another bed trend that rose to prominence in the 1960s was distinctly circular in shape. But while round beds managed to cling to their popularity for a couple of decades, they left lots of people confused. That’s because, as humans, we’re pretty much straight up and down, which leaves us wondering which is the best way to lay? 1970 – Orange and mustard everything In the 1970s the orange and mustard color combo was everywhere. Because, generally, the decade was all about bright and bold hues, preferably paired together in a geometric pattern. The result was as eye-catching as possible and may also explain why enormous sunglasses were big at the time.