Here are the association's suggestions on what to do when you want to trash the items your partner considers a treasure. Don't criticize, but express your concerns and offer alternatives. We can set up a nice display for them in your office. Don't be judgmental. You may want to gag when you look at her grandmother's favorite chair, but remember your partner loves it.
Sentimental value is often greater than aesthetic value.
Let's find a place for it that we can both agree on. One of the best ways to deal with differing tastes is to allow each partner to have a space to decorate where he or she can be alone with the special objects. If your mate is desperately seeking an item that you think is too expensive or unnecessary, agree to the purchase. In return, he or she agrees to get rid of another disputed item. It may be difficult to believe, but you may have something your mate can't bear to have in the house.