Farmhouse Dining Table

A farmhouse dining room is a very durable design style that has been around for centuries. This furniture can withstand kids and pets' so it works well for families. However, it is a very specific design style with a lot of warmth. You can probably create the same look in your home without spending a lot of money because it does focus on simplistic themes. Here are a few tips for decorating a farmhouse dining room.

Mix and match wood tones with painted furniture. Both of these are staples of this design style. This furniture is very simple and you probably already have a few pieces in your home. For more of a modern touch try painting the furniture a black or dark brown. You want to leave at least some of the wood natural such as the chairs or the table top. These are usually left a natural wood color, but you can also go with modern mahogany stain if you want an elegant touch to your farmhouse dining room. This allows you to save a lot of money on buying all new furniture and also ensures that you have very hardy furniture for your everyday life.

Less is more. This design style should focus on beautiful natural elements as well as what is going on outside the window. This means that you don't need a lot of accessories because this can make seem too kitschy, country, or cluttered. Instead bring in very rich and dynamic colors and beautiful furniture. This will be the star of the show and is a very easy way to decorate as well as create a style that you can live with everyday.