Every Room Could Use Some Wicker
The strong and functional wonder wicker gives any homeowner endless design possibilities. The earthy tones and smooth curves of wicker pieces can soften the mood of any room in the house. Adding a touch of wicker to a room makes a difference, without having to modify every item. Read on and get some ideas on mixing and matching wicker with your existing furniture.
Bedroom Blends
Your personal place can be more inviting and relaxing, and not just for sleeping. Adding a wicker arm chair or rocking chair to a corner creates a cozy reading space. Since wicker chairs come in deep colors like mahogany or cedar, white or cool-colored pillows give it a clean look. You can also place a mirror with a wicker frame on a wall over a chest of drawers.
Bathroom Bonuses
Even a bathroom can improve with the addition of wicker items. Rectangular wicker baskets are a good alternative to chrome racks. They can be used as storage for extra towels, toilet paper rolls, or magazines. Wicker hampers with inner fabric lining are also useful additions. An appropriately sized wicker basket lined on the inside with a plastic bag is a nifty idea for a trash bin.
Life for a Living Room
Wicker living room sets usually come with a three-seater and two one-seaters. The bottom cushions for these seats can be covered with any style of fabric. Since the sofa and chairs have sturdy and high backs, you have the option to put a back futon or simply add large pillows. Wicker coffee tables in the right shade can match many living room sets, wicker or not. Wood end tables can be spiced up by placing on top of it a lamp with a wicker base.
If your living room also doubles as a family room or playroom, wicker furniture is safe, since most of them have no sharp corners. If the area needs to be cleared for vacuuming or sweeping, wicker is lightweight and can be transferred easily. However, care should be taken when pets are around wicker furniture. Dogs and cats are prone to chewing and scratching wicker as well.
On the Outside
A bright area such as a patio or deck can look even brighter by adding white wicker fixtures. Wicker lounge chairs can be upgraded for more comfort by a wide selection of futons or cushions. Potted plants can be placed in wicker plant holders. The look is improved and at the same time kept natural.
Home Office Made Homier
Adding some wicker to a home office can create an environment that’s conducive for work. A desktop can be accentuated with a wicker based lamp, or small wicker baskets for holding office supplies. Photo frames in wicker are also available in a wide range of sizes. Bookshelves can be added with a few wicker plant holders. Like in the bedroom, a wicker chair gives a nice touch to a reading corner.
These are only a few options you can consider when accentuating with wicker. You don’t need to buy many or large wicker pieces at once to achieve the room you want. Since wicker comes in all shapes and sizes, you can add them to a room without making it look too much. Browse your furniture store or online to get some inspiration on wicker that fits your rooms’ right.
