Wood and metal blend together beautifully in home décor. Furniture is often constructed using both wood and metal because both are durable, you won’t sacrifice style and you are ultimately left with a gorgeous end result.
When mixing wood and metal, you can choose which style you want to lean towards. Today we are going to talk about a few simple ways you can start incorporating this combination into your home décor.
This entryway features a rustic wooden bench and uses galvanized metal bins as a storage option. Not only does this give you a stunning style but it’s functional. The wooden chalkboard above the bench brings the richness of the wood up to eye level, and by adding the black chalkboard, it bridges the wood and metal for a cohesive space.
You don’t always have to have equal parts of wood and metal, though. It’s OK to use one or the other as an accent. The bookshelf below is mainly constructed from wood, but the “x” metal accent in the back not only provides stability for this shelf but also adds something special to take it into an industrial realm without sacrificing the warmth and coziness often sought after in homes.
Mixing wood and metal might seem difficult, but if you are visually attracted to both of these elements, it’s hard to go wrong. You can easily pair traditional or antique pieces with a metal chair to provide you with the look you are seeking.
Here, you will see metal dining-room chairs paired with a more traditional table and surrounding décor.
And here you can see metal chairs mixed with a more vintage or rustic style.
Both styles work together seamlessly. The beauty of mixing these two styles together is in possessing furniture that’s not only pleasing to the eye but often sturdy and durable to stand the test of time! These things don’t need to be mixed in furniture exclusively; you can also mix them into your decorative accents.
No matter what your style is — traditional, rustic, farmhouse, vintage, eclectic or coastal — there is always a way to bring together the stability and functionality of wood and metal. Take a risk and enjoy the result!
If you are looking for a tutorial on building furniture that combines wood and metal, be sure to take a look at this bookshelf.