CREATING A WARM AND RUSTIC VIBE TO YOUR HOME
Natural elements and rustic pieces has been something that I always have been attracted to. Even from a young age, I grew up on a farm with two large barns on it. I would explore the barns by climbing the ladders and exploring all the nooks and crannies. I could cringe when I think about all the barn wood there and how wished I had that amazing wood now! Rustic elements are all the rage right now in home decor, and here are ways to create a rustically-inspired space without breaking the bank.
1. Keep the Tone Neutral
I found when decorating my home, I needed to keep it to neutral tones for the walls, cabinets and furniture pieces. It helps bring out the natural beauty and texture of the wood beams. It also gives the space a more relaxed vibe.
2. Wooden Focal Pieces
If wood is your focal point, then adding beams and wood to your ceiling or walls is your golden ticket to creating a rustic space. I don’t like over doing it with wood, so I adding a few beams in designated places in my kitchen, family room, fireplace, and foyer area.
  
3. Lighting
Lighting is a key factor in creating a warm and rustic feel. Adding recess lighting or hanging chandeliers is a great way to show off the beauty of the wood.
 4. Shopping for Rustic Wood Elements
Shopping for rustic elements is not an easy feat. Especially since it is now a trend in home building and interior decorating, prices have skyrocketed! I have found a company that has a great faux alternatives. Barron Designs offer faux beams and other design products that will transform your home without costing a fortune. These products are easy to install, lightweight and the best part, it’s sustainable which makes it a green building product. Check out these design from them below.
 
I hope you enjoyed these ideas to create a rustic vibe in our home. Do you think you would be adding these elements in your home.
This post was sponsored by Barron Designs. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience.Â
The beams really stand out in the decor of your home which is absolutely lovely. The barn board on the kitchen photo also looks like something many of my readers would love! Good to know there is a company to go to purchase the look for those of us who can’t go to salvage yards or have access to some great resources for the real deal.
Debbie, thanks so much for visiting. Yes it is great to have companies that are green and sustainable.
Maria
I would love high ceilings and beams…wonderful ideas!
All of these photos are so gorgeous! Great tips!
That light fixture!!! Oh, my!
You did a beautiful job! I love the look and all the tips you provided are great too!
I’m a huge fan of wood beams. They add so much character and warmth to a room.
Beautiful post.
Quite charming ♥
Thanks so much that you visited my post! Have a great day! Summer !
I didn’t even know there was such a thing. The beams look great!
Yes, I did not know either until they contacted me, but what I like its sustainable! Less trees down.
Maria
Your home is really gorgeous Maria…and the beams are just perfect! I’ll have to look into those.
Thank you Janet, thanks for organizing this so we can share our posts!
Hugs
Maria
I adore rustic and warm. It’s all so charming and cozy! Love these!
Rustic is something i feel passionate about, so when I can bring joy to others makes me happy! Thanks for the kind comment.
Maria
Carolann, Glad you stopped by to visit, its a pleasure to meet you! I love these threads on FB. Maria
I love the look of beams! Maybe I need to add some to mu living room 🙂
Kati, Maybe your next big project!
Maria
Maria the beams add such rustic beauty and warmth to your home. And because you have decorated in neutrals the wood really stands out and takes center stage. Like a good work of art.
Thanks so much, i do love when you stop by, have a great weekend.
Maria
I LOVE those wood beams. They are to die for!
So so beautiful! Love it all. xo
These are great ideas, Maria. Thanks for all the inspiration. Love the beams!
Angie, so glad you stopped by, what a nice comment!
I love your home, and I never would have guessed that you’re beams are faux. They look so real and they really highlight your interior design scheme.
They are actually real beams, I just wanted to show everyone that you can get the same look with FAUX BEAMS. I know in my next room above the garage I think I’m going to add some Faux beams up there.
Maria
Great tips and love the wood beams! They do deserve to be a focal point.
Yes beams always is the main focus of a room I think.
Maria
I love the look of exposed beams! Also, that bench at the end of your bed is gorgeous.
Trying to figure out how to decorate for Christmas in my bedroom today.
Maria
You’ve done such a beautiful job creating a warm and inviting home!
Ariel, glad you like what I have done! I am changing it up this weekend for Christmas.
Maria
I love your home and decorating style! You do such a good job of incorporating rustic style!
I am always changing it up, but try to keep it simple. Thanks
I agree, there is nothing prettier than a neutral room with rustic wood elements!
Thanks Roxanne, So easy to change things up when its simple. If I have to much than its so much harder to keep that going.
Maria
Those beams!!! I love neutral rooms with rustic wood~ my fav!
Thanks so much, hope you have a great holiday
Maria
I love the wooden beams and natural tones. Your home is beautiful!
Love the neutral decor! its my go -to as well.
Thanks so much Maria