Thursday, April 10, 2014

Creating A Rustic Country Home Decor Successfully

By Anita Ortega


Interior design plays a very big role in how people feel when they are within a particular space. Of course, tastes differ dramatically from one person to the next, so what they choose should be in keeping with their own lifestyle and taste. That said, learn how to create a rustic country home decor with ease and affordability.

Nothing is as comfortable and cozy as rustic design, as it gives people that homey feel that many love. What's more is that it can be really easy to do, and it doesn't have to break the bank. In fact, many items and furnishings can actually be purchased from secondhand stores, flea markets and garage sales.

When properly planned out and furnished, the outcome is charming and endearing. To do this, natural woods should be aged, even if the piece is brand-new. Lines have to be simple without any fussiness, and no one should ever feel uncomfortable about putting their feet up in this modest design scheme.

As in a cottage, wood floors would be a primary requirement. However, they should not be highly polished and instead, be waxed or even painted. It's always wise to use Oriental rugs that provide warmth, color, texture, and pattern. Sprinkle as many or as few handcrafted objects as possible, and choose furniture that is ideally made of pine. The furniture can have some hand-painted adornments of country scenery or flowers, for example.

Don't forget the all-important rocking chair in the bedroom or living room. Other chairs should ladder-back or wicker, and benches are always a good choice as well. Tables, large or small should be rough and in the natural tones, and should definitely be weathered.

Accessories are very important to complete the look, and that would include baskets for storage of any type. Be sure to incorporate some hurricane lamps and some kerosene lamps. The lighting in the room should include wall sconces made of brass or wrought iron, in addition to a similar chandelier.

Traditional rustic country is all about neutral tones as well as greens, blues, and reds. Mix and match these throughout, without going overboard. To ensure this is kept under control, use two or three, but not more.

In the bedroom, invest in a quilt, which is very popular with this design scheme, as is a weathered trunk at the foot of the bed. A beautiful headboard could be a recycled old door, for example. It could just as easily be an antique brass headboard. Think of open shelves on which to place personal items and accessories that are true to this design.

A plate rack and a butcher's rack make excellent additions to a kitchen. If there is room add a butcher block island for functionality and practicality. Top off the look with a beautiful large pine table and opt for mismatched chairs.




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