We just put at the curb the microwave cart we bought at Big Lots 40+ years ago when we got married. It was still perfectly fine!
H and I started collecting and refinishing “antiques “ before we got married. Our house has always had a blend of these refinished pieces and some newer pieces. When I look back at some of the couches we chose, YIKES!
All 3 of our kids blend their home items. Some of our antiques. They love second hand shops for used furniture. Wayfair for reasonable furniture and rugs. FB Marketplace for some great finds - D1 and her fiancé just bought a pristine Crate and Barrel fancy futon/couch for $200 - 25% Of the cost of a new one.