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Dec 1, 2009

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For Scandinavian style on a budget, IKEA can't be beat. It became one of the world's largest retailers by providing affordable furniture that looks good, and its iconic brand is both praised and critiqued in a way that few furniture stores ever experience. Maybe it's because of its omnipresence that we haven't added it to our store guide until now.

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I am not a snob and I am not wealthy. I simply am someone who believes in fair labor but doesn't want to sound preachy. Therefore I buy used and am creative when it comes to decorating, and search for clean lines and high style at the Salvation Army. When I do buy new, I often buy items crafted in the US or by people who are paid fairly. Its more costly but ultimately worth it. And THIS is why I am against IKEA.

Also, I try to avoid personal attacks against individuals when commenting. I suggest some of you do the same. andrew1978 on Dec 5, 2009

I don't know why people have to bitch about Ikea so much. You don't have to buy their stuff if you don't like it.

When the entire world is going for ugly grandma furniture (or so it seems here in the Carolinas) someone (me) who loves modern lines but has a small budget (also me) sees Ikea as heaven.

The only other places to find modern furniture charge thousands of dollars for it.

And I agree, Ikea items are different in every setting. Very customizeable, and not just by diy renovation.

Stop being such snobs.

P.S. Snobs are my biggest reason for not enjoying AT on a more regular basis. Cranberrysnape on Dec 5, 2009

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