Whether you simply love the rustic appeal of a traditional home or own a period property that needs a bit of love, there are a few ways you can give your home some old-world charm. From choosing the right type of furniture to incorporating authentic period elements, such as stained-glass windows, creating the perfect home can be achieved with a few tweaks. Here are a few top tips to help give your home a traditional vibe.
Classic Furniture
Traditional style furniture is designed with a certain look to reflect a particular period. By choosing various pieces with this in mind, you can achieve the vibe you are going for more easily. For instance, those going for an Elizabethan look should opt for sturdy dining tables with intricate ornamentation, while those going for a Rococo look should be on the lookout for gilded mirrors with an asymmetrical decorative border or armchairs with elaborate, playful decoration. The material and color of your furnishings can also make a huge difference. For example, a well-crafted bed made with dark wood will lend Gothic Revival appeal to your bedroom, while mahogany, walnut and rosewood were popular during the Victorian era. Reinforced Beds have a large selection of high-quality furniture on offer. To browse their collection, visit Reinforcedbeds.co.uk.
Grand Fireplace
When it comes to evoking feelings of comfort and warmth, a grand old fireplace is the period piece that will do just that. Antique fireplaces are an ideal feature for those who have room in their homes to install them. There is nothing better than getting cosy in front of a crackling fire when it gets cold outside, and a fireplace is great for different rooms in the home. Although a wood-fired fireplace is an obvious choice when it comes to traditional feature pieces, there are other options to choose from. Electric fireplaces are easy to use and can heat up quickly, while bioethanol and pellet fireplaces are more environmentally-friendly as the fuel used is from sustainable sources.
Exquisite Stained Glass
Stained glass can be used in many ways around the home, such as in stained glass windows or on a front door. This type of glass helps to add color to the home and gives it character. However, stained glass doesn’t come cheap. If you want to get this look on a budget, why not install a stained-glass backsplash in the kitchen or incorporate stained glass decorations throughout the home.
Open Sash Windows
Sash windows are often linked with the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian periods, and will help give the exterior of your home an elegant aesthetic. Not only are they quaint period features, but they can also help you achieve optimum airflow in your home.
Ornate Cornice
The cornicing of a home is the decorative molding that runs horizontally along the topmost edge of the wall of some period homes. Ornate cornicing can be incredibly decorative, and homeowners with these hidden features hiding under layers of paint on their property should try to restore them to their original glory. Gently stripping the paint away can help reveal pre-existing cornicing.