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Wednesday, April 20th, 2016
Flexsteel Living Room Fabric Chair 0102-10 showcases floral fabric fused with the beauty of wood.
One of the most noticeable comebacks happening in interior design these days is the return of strong patterns and prints. Large scale designs are being paired with oversized florals as well as the trendiest colors.
Let’s begin with poppy which is a bold floral design that is printed digitally to a linen or poly-linen base. This is a great choice for cushions and upholstery. It is also a fashionable material for drapery.
Natural fibers continue to be featured on many furniture showrooms – and for a good reason. The trend proves that organic looks will remain and that eco-friendly lifestyles are here to stay.
Falling In Love with Florals
Stanley Furniture Bedroom Chaise Banquette 222-23-72 shows shabby chic perfection.
And so it happened – you have fallen in love with the beauty of floral upholstery and fabrics and now you are wondering how you can bring it home. Floral prints can be too loud, others may say, but this is only if you are not careful.
So what should you do?
If you are thinking of how to match floral upholstery with other interior design elements, then you are not alone. There are many before you whose spirits have been dampened by the wrong use of florals. And now they are still rattled by the very idea of combining it with furniture, lighting, etc.
Now, the first step is to look for graphic prints. You must start somewhere so begin with the simple prints. A single, large-scale graphic print rug can go a long way in terms of making good use of florals in your home. If large-scale prints are still bold for you, then settle for medium and small-scale prints that have been fused to make a room pop.
A floral print armchair, for instance, will balance graphic curtains and an equally graphic rug. In this case, you can afford to use neutrals in solid hues for the rest of the room.
Next, if you happened to fall in love with a bold floral sofa, then don’t rack your brains trying to find out what would go with it. Pair it with white and call it a day! White or any neutral color (cream, wood or beige would also do) for your walls and accessories would balance that big, bold floral sofa. This is the widest space that the sofa could breathe in so provide just that.
Third, find out what colors are included in your floral piece. Pull a color from the group of colors used then create a scheme from there. Just make sure that you get the exact shade used on the florals. Ask for a swatch of the floral print as you shop for other pieces inside your home.
The background hue can be used as a wall color and one of the vibrant colors can be used as solid upholstery or curtain color. Choose also an accent color from the floral hues. Use this on your pillows and accessories.
Grounding the bold look offered by florals is easy with leather. The ever reliable leather is there to provide the necessary weight in a room. Add the floral print and you’ve created a seemingly unbalanced look yet one that is beautifully grounded.
Repeating the motif for the rest of the rooms would not hurt.
Lastly, you can also go wild and pair florals with animal print, the latter being the staple piece as it can work with anything. Try animal print on a small rug or on your living room ottoman. This, when paired with florals, will be an eclectic yet glamorous ensemble. This pairing will surely alter the look and feel of any room in your home.
So go ahead, fall in love with floral upholstery. It can be bold or subdued, it’s really up to you.
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Wednesday, January 13th, 2016
Let this Winners Only Dining Room 48 Inch Bench with Cushioned Seat DG2456 become your first dining bench.
Mankind has definitely come a long way from marveling over a spark of fire. Now, we even boast of having refined tastes. This crosses many aspects such as fine dining, fashion, even interior design.
Historical records are not concise but it appears that the earliest migrants who settled down to a domesticated way of life always wanted their bodies off the cold floor. Chairs, stools and benches – however our predecessors called their artificial thing to sit on – only proves that man always distinguished the need to be set apart from mere animals. Chairs and benches emerged as early as the Stone Age.
Seats (mostly the folding types) have also been found in many Chinese tombs with the designs hardly changed over the centuries. Chairs are also found in Roman homes, Greek libraries, even East Asian places.
The Latin word cathedra explains the very purpose of every bench and chair from then till now – kata for down and hedra means to sit.
The Dining Bench
You may be new to the whole concept of dining benches but this is one wonderful way to begin designing your dining room. The style of the Winners Only Dining Room 48 Inch Quails Run Bench DQ1455AE would be just the thing for this area in your home. Notice how the stretch of the bench fits the space between the dining table legs perfectly. Should you choose to invest in a solo dining bench, be sure to measure this crucial space.
Winners Only Dining Room 102 Inch Pedestal Table with 2-12 Inch Leaves DR142100
Deciding between this and the Winners Only Dining Room 102 Inch Pedestal Table With 2-12 Inch Leaves DR142100 depends hugely on your personal taste as well as all the other things that you will be bringing in to your dining area.
The dining bench is not something that can be found in every dining room. In fact, it is a wonderful addition to a home that is looking forward to deviate from the too balanced look that common dining sets provide.
If you are a person who simply loves to decorate your own home, then the dining room would be a great place to start. There are so many things that you can add to this statement dining set. For instance, you can add a simple china cabinet right against the wall. This can house all your treasured chinaware and silverware.
Making your dining room appear stylish is also as easy as rearranging your furniture pieces. Reorganize after a few months, with the dining bench changing its position from time to time.
This lovely Winners Only Dining Room 102 Inch Pedestal Table With 2-12 Inch Leaves DR142100 is available at our shop. Our friendly staff is willing to answer your queries about this fine set.
McCreery’s Home Furnishings offers many other dining bench styles and dining room sets. Choose from the different materials, colors and designs that are being offered. Many homeowners prefer the wooden and metallic dining benches as these can blend well with various designs.
Be sure to choose the right size of dining bench by taking the measurements of the dining table from the onset. Choose a big dining bench and your dining room could appear narrower than it really is.
Complete the look of your striking dining room by placing the dining bench at the center of the room. Add a lovely chandelier and you are ready to welcome dinner guests to your home.
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