Sensible decor can make your home far more interesting and exciting. However, it’s important to pick the right theme and stick with a cohesive style if you want the best results. In this article, we’re going to talk about rustic home ideas that can give your home a comfortable cottage feel or a farmhouse theme.
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Using Wooden Pallets
Wooden pallets are fairly easy to get a hold of, and there are plenty of ways to use them for rustic DIY decor. For instance, by cutting wooden pallets in half, you can create simple shelves that can be used to hold anything from flower pots to photographs and even books. Pallets are relatively cheap and easy to repurpose. They add an excellent DIY feel to your home and can really help you nail the farmhouse/barn look that you want. In terms of rustic DIY decor, wooden pallets are a secret ingredient that can be used in many versatile ways.
To make the pallets stand out, consider polishing or staining them. If you want, you could even paint over them with different colors. For a colorful garden, try creating benches from wooden pallets and painting them in neutral or pastel colors. The tops can be painted differently to add a two-tone effect, or you could place large pillows on top of them for a more comfortable seat. Wooden pallets can even be used to create wooden walls, perfect for garage renovations or to create enclosed spaces in your garden.
With so many ideas around for wooden pallets, you’re sure to be able to create something unique and wonderful with very little work. Just make sure your wooden pallets are sturdy enough to be used for your projects. Most pallets will need some serious cleaning if you want to ensure they’re free of bugs and other problems. Inspect the pallets you use beforehand to make sure they’re fit for your intended purpose!
Exterior Renovations
For a complete rustic look, it’s important to renovate the outside of your home too. There are plenty of great ways to do this, so let’s list a few of the best examples.
Rustic wooden siding – There are companies like www.Wildwoodroof.com which specialize in beautiful, weatherproof rustic siding that can add a lot of charm to your home. There are many varieties available and because it’s a natural insulator, it can withstand harsh environments and are suitable for all weather types. Siding can often be expensive, but there’s nothing quite like it. The texture and rich color you get from materials like cedar can really give your home a beautiful rustic look.
Plants around the home – If you want the rustic look then you need plants around your home. Small hedges and flowerbeds are fantastic ideas if you want to make your home feel more inviting, but you can also plant trees in strategic places around your home to be used as centerpieces for your front or backyard.
Stone paths – Whether they lead to your home, act as your driveway or if they’re used in your backyard, stone paths can add a lot of character to the exterior of your home. One of the best ways to add some country charm to the exterior of your home is to use roughly cut rocks to create an uneven and natural-looking path. Check out this article from www.Familyhandyman.com for some affordable garden path ideas that can also be applied to the front of your home. Stone paths can also be done by yourself as a DIY project, but it can be rather labor-intensive depending on the project.
Rustic patios – Patios are becoming increasingly common as places to relax with friends and family. They’re perfect places to eat at with friends and family and you’d be surprised at how comfortable and tranquil they can feel when used correctly. Take a look at these wonderful patio ideas at www.Architectureartdesigns.com to get some inspiration. Some patios will take a while to fully construct, but they’re definitely worth your money and time investment if you want a beautiful exterior to your home.
Most exterior renovations are expensive and difficult to put together. Some of them can be done as DIY projects, but you’ll typically want to hire a contractor if possible. It will make the job go much smoother and you’ll end up paying less because you won’t be swamped tasks.
Small Rustic Interior Ideas
Now that we’ve covered some DIY possibilities and also exterior renovations, let’s take a deeper look at some small rustic ideas that you can apply to the inside of your home.
Mason jar planters – Mason jars look very rustic and they’re excellent for a variety of things. People often drink out of them, use them to store pickled food items and can even be used as planters! Fill a mason jar with some water, take a few of your favourite flowers from your garden, combine them and you’ll have a beautiful decoration ready to be replaced anywhere.
Chalkboard decorations – Chalkboards can look fantastic with the right message or pictures on them. They can be used to place inspirational messages around your home or they can even be used like picture frames. Chalkboards can be hung, they can be freestanding or they can even be embedded into your walls.
Rustic magnetic wall rack – This is a simple and useful way to clear up any metal clutter that you might have in your home. Simply take a plank of wood, drill large holes in the back and place several magnets into the holes you’ve drilled. Drill the plank into a wall, and you can now organize items like cutlery, small metal kitchen tools and even your keys!
Wooden planters – Whether you use pallets, smaller drawers or even old boxes, any wooden container can be used as a planter. Fill it with some soil, add plants from your garden (or new ones) and they can be placed anywhere in the home or outside for a touch of natural decor.
The idea of a perfect home is different for everyone. If you love the theme of rustic cottages and relaxing farmhouses, then you’ll adore these ideas that we have listed today. Just make sure you hire help when possible so that you don’t stress yourself out with your DIY projects!
