How to Decorate With Mismatched Vintage Furniture
- 1). Paint the walls the same color as the largest piece of vintage furniture that you have. For instance, if the sofa has a turquoise frame, paint the wall the same color. If you are not a painter, apply wallpaper on the walls. By making the walls the same color, you are creating a sense of balance in an otherwise chaotic space.
- 2). Incorporate chalky shades to offset the bright jewel tones of the vintage furniture. For instance, if you have an emerald chair, place a beige throw pillow on top to create unity between the two pieces. This also creates a Victorian or French inspired appearance.
- 3). Cover side tables with floral fabric and accent the windows with lace coverings. If you are decorating a bedroom, use a soft, chenille bedspread.
- 4). Hang your collection of pictures on the wall, ensuring that you have a variety of frame styles to go with the mismatched furniture. If you prefer to have a uniform color with the frames, use different sizes throughout.
- 5). Lay a handmade area rug on the floor beneath your coffee table. Braided rugs are ideal, but as long as the rug is not too modern, it will go well with the surrounding décor.
- 6). Print pictures in sepia and frame them for placement on your vintage cabinets and chest of drawers.
- 7). Add other accessories and collectables on a mantelpiece. Some ideas include a shadowbox with vintage jewelry or abstract art pieces.
