Shabby Chic Furniture
July 26, 2011The Rise of Shabby Chic Furniture
Shabby chic furniture is one of the hottest new trends in home interior design…
Shabby Chic Solid Mango Chest of Drawers
Age adds character. Whether it’s a wardrobe or small side table, a piece of furniture with an aged, rustic appearance can help turn a house into a home… Shabby chic is a type of interior design where furnishings are selected for their age and signs of wear of tear, or where new items are made to look old by various forms of distressing. It’s no wonder this style is so appealing – in an age where mass consumerism has resulted in mass interior design (i.e. bland flat-pack furniture), shabby chic furniture and shabby chic accessories are an excellent way to inject a room with some much-needed instant charm.
The best thing about shabby chic furniture is that you don’t have to own a traditional country cottage to enjoy it; shabby chic works just as well in inner city apartments and urban town houses.
Shabby Chic Solid Mango Wardrobe
The most popular colour for shabby chic furniture is a white wash effect. However, pastel colours are also very effective on shabby chic furniture, especially when paired with delicate floral patterns.
Where Can I Buy Shabby Chic Furniture?
A popular way to find items of shabby chic furniture is to visit charity shops or antique fairs. However, for those of us who don’t have the time to spend hours scouring second-hand stores, you can buy new items which have been made to have a vintage appearance. Our Shabby Chic furniture range is crafted by hand using premium grade solid mango wood, which is painted with a matt cream paint and then rubbed down to produce an aged, antiqued effect. This finish is wonderfully enhanced by softly sanded down corners, chamfered legs and tapered feet. The mango tops are left unpainted, as the natural hues of this exotic timber create a fascinating contrast with the cream paint.
So whether you’re looking for shabby chic bedroom furniture or shabby chic chairs and table for the dining room, we highly recommend you take the time to pursue our gorgeous range. For more information on shabby chic furniture, see our Shabby Chic furniture collection.
