Eclectic Home Decorating

Let modern decor mesh with antique inspiration to create an eclectic look.

Traditionally, decorating involves finding a single decor style to use for all of your furniture, wall-coverings and accessories. However, you may find yourself torn between different styles of decor or have favorite pieces that are not in the same style. You do not need to choose between the different styles if you meld them together. Eclectic room decorating works by tying the different styles together with the use of color.

Things You'll Need

• Paint
• Stain

Instructions

1. Paint each room's walls with a base color. Choose a color scheme that will tie all of the different styles together.

2. Hang curtains in any style that you like but choose solid colors or patterns that complement the wall colors in each room.

3. Add wall decor. Framed art or photos can have various styles but, for a more cohesive look, paint or stain the frames the same color. Choose wall hangings that reflect your chosen color scheme.

4. Furnish the rooms with pieces that are useful and attractive to you, even if they do not match in style. Use slip covers or cushion covers in the same colors on upholstered furniture. For wood furniture, paint or stain the pieces in the same color.

5. Choose throw rugs to complement one of the styles included in your decor in colors that fit your color scheme.

6. Accessorize the rooms with knickknacks, decorative sculptures and lamps that complement the color scheme you are using.

References

• Decorating Homes: Eclectic Home Decorating
• Apartment Therapy: House Tour: Victoria's BoMo Pad