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Decorating with a mix of architectural fragments, antiques, family treasures, old furniture, new furniture and modern building materials will accomplish a wonderful eclectic, aged look. This style is very popular in today’s decorating, and allows you tremendous freedom in decorating choices. Most of us have accumulated a variety of items throughout our lives that will work very well, saving us money in the long run. Finding new items is easy, they’re everywhere. Here are some ideas for finding the old, aged look.
Look in old salvage stores for architectural elements that can be used as dividers, doors, window dressings, pedestals, accessories etc.
Walls that are faux painted to look old are a great foundation and provide the perfect color backdrops for your furnishings and fabrics.
Use old furniture as end tables, coffee tables, and focal points. This mixes very well with new upholstered furniture. For example: I used an antique cobbler bench as a coffee table in front of my family room sofa for many years. It added charm and always conversation.
SOMETHING OLD - SOMETHING NEW - CREATES A TIMELESS LOOK.Old garden furniture can be brought inside. Let the ruts show through the paint.
Old painted furniture, with chipping and peeling blends well, found at antique stores, garage sales, 2nd hand stores, etc.
Vintage fabrics found at antique stores, antique shows, yard sales, Grandma’s closet etc.
Much of what can provide a “timeless feel” is the choice of materials. “You can’t beat nature. It’s already old.” Liberal use of wood and stone throughout a home, will reflect age and charm. Heavy timbers that have been distressed will look like century old beams. Wood floors left natural, with a low luster polyurethane coat will give a wonderful texture to your floors, especially if they are a wider plank.
The most important tip to remember, if you are mixing old and new, is to keep consistent with your colors, as they will become the unifying element to the eclectic mix of styles and finishes.
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