Decorating a bedroom in the rustic style of the French countryside creates a cozy and restful atmosphere. The French country style features soft shades and a distressed painting technique on the furnishings to create the appearance of a room that is both timeworn and elegant. The furniture for your French country bedroom should be large and solid but less ornate than formal French decorating styles. Does this Spark an idea?
Colors
French country colors are soft and include shades of white, cream and beige as well as other pastels. Natural colors such as soft sky blue or pale green work well in the French country bedroom. In addition to restful colors, furnishings can include hand-painted floral designs to add a splash of color to the pieces. For example, stenciling ivy with delicate flowers across the top of a wardrobe adds color to a distressed white background.
Distressed Paint
Select pieces for the bedroom with a distressed finish for the rustic country look of French country decorating, or use distressing techniques to create the rustic or shabby chic look to the furniture you already have. Distressing furniture gives the pieces an aged and well-worn look that mimics the appearance of an antique from the French countryside.
Wardrobe
The armoire or wardrobe is a staple in the French country bedroom. Painting the piece in a shade of cream or antique white with accent shades in pastel colors can create an interesting place to store clothing, accessories or other items, keeping the bedroom neat and tidy.
Bed
Wrought iron beds are a common choice in a French country bedroom. To create the look of chipped white paint for an antiqued country look, spray multiple coats of white paint over black primer and chip through the layers to reveal the darker base color. Heavy and ornate headboards and footboards can have a rustic country look with distressed white or pastel paint, or select a four-poster bed for a feminine and elegant country appearance.
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