It would irritate him.

[This explanation is serene considering it's essentially code for payback for irritating you.]

He likes having things his way, that's no reason to make it easy for him. How long have you lived in that apartment, paying your half of the rent? And how much of what's inside has been your choice?

[She offers him the catalogue.]

There are solutions for every living area. If you see anything you like we could have it delivered before he gets home.