Study: The Cheugiest Home Decor of 2022

Home décor trends come and go, but when they are officially past their prime they are dubbed “Cheugy”. If you’ve never heard of that term, it describes anything people feel is uncool, dated or trying too hard.

To learn more about the cheugiest home trends, HomeAdvisor surveyed 2,000 Americans about their home décor preferences.

Findings:

  • 89% of respondents say their home is decorated to their liking.
  • Despite that, 69% have felt judged by others for their home décor and 59% have been embarrassed by their home décor.
  • Over half of that judgment came from family and friends.
  • The trendiest home décor trends according to respondents: 1. Scented candles 2. Accent walls 3. Gallery walls.
  • The cheugiest home décor trends: 1. Word art 2. Houseware with phrases 3. Animal print.
  • The most dated home décor trends: 1. Shag carpet 2. Floral wallpaper 3. Wood paneling.

Take a look at the full report