27 Rustic Farmhouse Living Room Décor Ideas for the Home

Simi - March 26, 2019
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The farmhouse decor style is all the rage at the moment. It creates a rustic atmosphere in a home that harks back to times gone by. It makes people feel nostalgic for the old days when life was simpler and lived at a less frenetic pace. The vintage feel of farmhouse décor lends itself to a space that feels authentic and cozy. The sense of familial bonding strengthens in a farmhouse decor setting. It speaks to family dinners, games nights, and long conversations. The farmhouse decor style creates a feeling of safety and security. Its solid principles lend themselves to stability.

A few carefully selected pieces and accents can create a country farmhouse atmosphere. The neutrality of the colors used in this decor style is highly appealing to many people. The natural, earthy tones are soothing and create a sense of serenity. Another reason that many people find a rustic farmhouse living decor approach attractive is its emphasis on comfort. The entire purpose of the style is to make you ‘feel at home,’ and this is done by creating a comfortable space. The warmth of the farmhouse decor style radiates from the rough-hewn wood that forms the center of the design.

Here are some farmhouse living room décor ideas for you to try at home:

Blending a high-tech TV with farmhouse decor

Use an old wooden window frame to create a country farmhouse look. Paint it white. Hang it above your flat screen TV. Then add a rustic accent piece such as a boxwood wreath. The emphasis will be on balance between the old and the new, which is pleasing to the eye.

Creative coffee tables

A coffee table is an attractive accent and an easy way to create a farmhouse feel in your living room. Look out for DIY coffee table flat packs. Choose one that blends with the rest of the wood color in the room. The antique round coffee table lends a rustic effect.

Mantle decor

If you’re lucky enough to have a mantle piece, you’re well on your way to creating a farmhouse feel. The fireplace is the center of the farmhouse. Its mantle can be decorated with different accents to draw attention to it. Fill vases with dried flowers and place some candlesticks on the mantle.

Cute corners

A corner unit living room suite with overstuffed arms and plenty of throw cushions creates a farmhouse effect. Keep the color tones neutral but use a combination of different shades and tones. Vary the textures of your cushion covers to create an interesting effect and keep a few throws or blankets handy.

‘Yes, you can’ coffee table

If you’re looking for an excellent rustic idea with farmhouse appeal, look for an old milk can. Paint it in a distressed white. It must look worn. Place a circular piece of wood on top of the milk can. This coffee table is perfect as the centerpiece of your farmhouse living room.

Chalkboard wall ideas

Get an old-fashioned chalkboard and liven it up with a distressed wooden frame. It is the ideal place to write down inspirational sayings for your family to keep in mind. Top it with some family photographs in similar frames. Or put framed certificates there to acknowledge each family member’s achievements.

A rustic living room

Create a rustic look in your living room by combining mismatched couches and chairs. Keep the tones neutral and buy a center rug that complements your furniture. Plenty of scatter cushions and throws will complete the look together with some strategically placed coffee tables and side tables as well as indoor plants.

Keep the color light

Using white and cream tones and shades create a spotless look for your farmhouse style living room. It makes the room lighter. Remember to add in some warmer wood tones. Cream and white on their own can be cold and clinical. But they are perfect when combined with some wood and wicker accents.

A farmhouse TV console

The modern, sleek lines of a flat-screen TV can be countered by a rustic TV console to create a farmhouse feel. Choose a solid wood piece. Mount your TV on the wall with the console below it. Find an article with wood that looks weathered and worn. It creates a more authentic look.

A cozy living room

Create a cozy living room with overstuffed sofas coupled with many scatter cushions. An exposed wood floor with a tasteful center rug adds to the farmhouse atmosphere. Use shades of toffee and caramel and blend them. Don’t make use of one shade only. Use materials that have different patterns such as dots and stripes.

A pretty pallet wall

Use pieces of pallets and cover the wall behind your TV. The rough texture of the wood that pallets are made from creates a rustic feel to counter the modern lines of the TV. Mount your TV on a shelf attached to the pallet wall. Don’t mount it directly against the pallet pieces.

Shades of fall

The yellows, golds, and browns of fall are perfect for adding some country charm to your farmhouse décor living room. A simple wreath added to the wall décor creates a delightful focal point in the room. Center the wreath above your couch for a balanced look that is pleasing to the eye.

Rustic living room

Use old strips of pallet wood to make a coffee table as a central piece of your living room.  Keep wooden floors exposed. They create rustic charm and are warm in winter. Chunky wool throws strategically placed on the couch creates a homely feel. Stick to neutral tones and shades that blend.

Cozy pillows

Your choice of throw or scatter cushions for your couch can make or break your rustic farmhouse décor style living room. Don’t go for a set of uniform covers. Try different shades and textures. Use different sized pillows as well. Make sure you have one pillow that is the focal point of the arrangement.

Cable spool clock

The ends of a used cable spool are made from a rough-hewn wood. This is perfect for your farmhouse style. Use one to fashion a large clock for your living room. Buy all the clock parts such as the numbers, hands, and mechanism online. They come with clear instructions for easy assembly.

Farmhouse chic

An old bench-style couch creates an instant rustic feel. Couple it with firm cushions for sitting on and plenty of scatter cushions and throws. Refinish your wooden bench by sanding it. You can re-stain it a different color. Consider a coat of varnish to protect the wood over the long-term.

Barn wood accent

Use barn wood strips to create a chevron pattern to mount on one of your walls. It is an attention-grabber and focal point. When selecting pieces of barn wood, go for different shades. The non-uniform approach creates the impression of authenticity. Mount 3 chevron arrows above one another, with gaps in between.

Bring back the trunk

Nothing creates a nostalgic, rustic feeling more than an old trunk. It’s a functional piece of furniture because you can store things in it. Find old trunks made from solid wood with metal straps at antique shops or flea-markets. They may need a bit of refurbishment, but the final effect will be worth it.

Button embellishments on furniture

A couch that is upholstered and finished with a buttoned look creates a lovely farmhouse feel. This is perfect for an overstuffed couch.  Don’t hide it with a whole lot of cushions. Instead, have only one inner cushion and let the couch do all the talking. Finish the look off with some matching accents.

Distressed white

If you paint an old coffee table white or lime wash it, it creates clean lines. But don’t hide the wood entirely behind the paint or lime wash. Some of the wood needs to show through the paint, especially around the corners and legs. This creates a feeling of authentic vintage chic.

Focus on functionality

Extra storage space can never go to waste. When selecting a coffee table for your farmhouse décor style living room, keep this in mind. Look for a coffee table that has internal storage. If you find an old one and refurbish it, remember not to ‘over-finish’ it. It must look old and original.

A comfortable armchair

No living room area is complete without an armchair. An overstuffed armchair fits in perfectly with a farmhouse décor style approach. Buy a cover if your armchair is not the right color or if you want to protect it from dirt and stains. Have a couple of comfortable scatter cushions and a cozy throw.

Suede finish

A brown couch with a suede finish is a country farm style living room must. It is a neutral color around which the rest of the room can be decorated. Use neutral accents in different tones around the couch so that it acts as the focal point of the living room.

Bring a bit of nature in

A decorative basket with some deer antler and fresh or dried lavender serve a dual purpose. It is a room air freshener and an interesting centerpiece. Make sure such an accent is prominently displayed on the coffee table in the center of the living room. Choose accents that please your eye and speak to you.

Chairs, not couches

Instead of choosing big sofas for your living room, use smaller armchairs and occasional chairs. It’s a good idea if your living room is small. An essential element of farmhouse style décor is space. If a room is overcrowded, it loses its appeal. Two well-placed chairs with a coffee table between them are effective.

A gallery wall

If you have plenty of wall space, use it for photos. Photos create an authentic family atmosphere far better than other decorations. Get frames of different shapes, sizes, and neutral tones. Attach some to the wall and have others on shelves. Let the photos tell your story.  They intrigue your visitors.

Wall décor

Choose wall décor to match your big pieces of furniture. But don’t overcrowd the wall.  It makes the room seem smaller than it is. A few unique wall décor accents are better than a lot of generic accents. Get ideas from magazines and other sources but retain your style and personality in your choices.

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