The Ultimate Guide To Farmhouse Decor

Farmhouse décor is a style that combines the coziness of countryside living with the comfort and elegance of modern design. With its rustic appeal and simplicity, this type of décor has risen in popularity and continues to do so. Many adore the farmhouse style for its pleasing country aesthetics yet stylish modernization. Farm-styled and country homes are often seen as old-fashioned and outdated. Because we're living in 2022, this type of living isn't as accepted or as sought after, especially by the younger generations, as it once was. Many people have grown accustomed to living a fancy life with modern-looking homes, furniture, décor, and technology.

Still, some also appreciate the old-fashioned way of living. For those who love country life yet are also drawn to a chic modern style, farmhouse décor will bring both qualities to your home and leave you feeling relaxed and comfortable in your living space.

Nothing says farmhouse like natural or unfinished wood décor. Coffee tables, console tables, chests, end tables, and other such items can be bought in unfinished wood and add to the farmhouse vibe you want to incorporate into your home. There's a variety of different wood types you can choose from, and all of them have their own features that make them unique or appealing. CO Lumber & Real Wood Furniture mentions the benefits of purchasing unfinished wood items, including making them your own since you can pick out the stain and sealer. 

When it comes to wood pieces — whether natural, finished, or unfinished — they bring a sense of nature and natural beauty to the home. These pieces are durable and versatile, and unfinished wood is often budget-friendly. Just be mindful of caring for unfinished wood pieces. Since unfinished wood comes without a sealant, liquids can cause damage to the wood by either warping or staining it.

Want a true blast from the past in your farmhouse-styled home? Then try replacing your kitchen sink with an apron sink instead. Apron sinks were often used in old-styled and rural farmhouses to bring comfort to the user, so incorporating one into a modern farmhouse would bring comfort to those using the sink and be visually pleasing in terms of a farmhouse design.

Not only do these sinks bring comfort, but they also bring more space for you to do your dishes since the depth and width of the apron sink are often greater than modern-day sinks. According to Native Trails, these sinks are also designed to help protect the cabinets below them from water damage. With so many benefits to having an apron sink and the obvious farmhouse aesthetic they can bring, it's sensible to consider adding one to your kitchen if you're going for a farmhouse vibe.

Fireplaces not only provide your home with an authentic country feel, but they also help in reduce energy bills, provide you with heat and a light source in case of power outages, increase the value of your home, and also create a warm and friendly environment that you and your loved ones can enjoy relaxing in. Unfortunately, most modern homes do not usually have fireplaces built into them, but that shouldn't stop you from hiring a contractor to add one to your home. If hiring a contractor is too costly, you could also opt for electric fireplaces. There are several that appear realistic and can give you the same sense of comfort a real one would provide.

Home Stratosphere mentions some of the most popular types of fireplaces available today, and at the top of their list are electric fireplaces. With so many different types of fireplaces on the market to choose from, it shouldn't be hard to find one that fits the aesthetics of your farmhouse home.

Textures can help add visual interest to your home. These textures can be anything from rugs, throw pillows, tapestries, artwork, lamps, and other items. For example, a huge cream-colored area rug that is quilted or shaggy can be thrown under your dining room table to give a farmhouse feel. Or maybe you can throw in some throw pillows or blankets to your sofas and chairs. The options for adding texture to your home are endless.

You could also layer your textures, and House Beautiful gives some amazing advice on achieving this type of look, including using a lot of mixed materials. Playing with textures is especially great when playing with monochrome color palettes. "If a space I'm designing is white, I never try to stay with the same white tone. I use an entire spectrum of whites, beige, taupe, ivory, even black. It's the build-up of sameness that keeps the space from feeling flat or cold," designer Lori Paranjape said. Another trick is to avoid layering similar textures together. "When designing a room, I'm constantly reminding myself of what materials are being used where to ensure there's enough contrast. I'm making sure I'm not pulling a brass lamp to go on a brass side table or an oak mirror to go over an oak console," designer Liz Foster told the publication.

Layering textures can take quite a bit of time, so don't feel like you have to rush into buying many odd pieces. There's no time limit on building up your collection. Add to your home's interior design here and there, when you have the energy and money to do so.

Decorating with plants and flowers can add a nice visual touch to your home. However, not everyone has the time or energy to take care of live plants. That's why dried flowers are so nice. They are easier to care for and can last up to six years if properly cared for. Apartment Therapy also mentions the ease of taking care of dried flowers over live ones, stating that dried flowers are frozen in time and, though not as vibrant as live flowers, they have a dark beauty that is just as attractive. Plus, you can choose cut leaves and branches in place of flowers to go for a more rustic look.

You can purchase dried flowers or dry them yourself, and there are a variety of different ways you can arrange them. For example, you can put them into a bouquet, a wreath, frame them, bundle them up, or just display a few throughout your home in various places.

Leather furniture has a lot of benefits. It's comfortable, long-lasting, easily cleaned, and makes your space seem luxurious. Incorporating leather furniture into your home can make it appear both modern and rustic, as long as you choose the right colors. If you do, it will create the ultimate farmhouse living area to unwind in. Victoria Advocate mentions that leather provides better value than fabric furniture because it can last up to four times longer than upholstery, which is a great selling point.

Plus, it's great for allergy sufferers since pollutants are less likely to cling to leather, and with it being so easy to clean, those with pets and kids can get a lot of benefits from choosing leather furniture. For a farmhouse theme, you will want to pick leather furniture that is colored white, cream, beige, or caramel. Pick out a sofa and a couple of armchairs, then throw in plaid throws and decorative pillows to complete the ensemble.

Rocking chairs have a history of being the go-to chair for relaxation, for growing "old together" in the country, for a time before technology when you and your significant other, family member, or friend would sit on the porch and watch the sunset with nothing but the countryside at your feet. Rocking chairs are not only useful for an old-timey decoration, but also for the relaxing properties that they still possess even today. Adding one or two to your porch, summer room, or home office can introduce a true authentic farmhouse look and feel.

Trex Outdoor Furniture gives a brief history of the rocking chair, including how President John F. Kennedy had a custom-designed one in almost every room of the White House to help with his chronic back pain. Aside from the benefits and relaxing qualities that rocking chairs provide, they're just an overall nice addition to a farmhouse theme — one that you, your family, and your friends can enjoy for years to come.