How To Rock Country Chic Decor In Your Home (Without Spending A Fortune)

*This is a collaborative post 

Undoubtedly, the country chic style of decor is here to stay. In fact, there are many reasons for this. The first is that it is both welcoming, while also being very pleasing to the eye. The second is that that is a more relaxed style which means your home can still look great without having to hoover around it with a duster 12 hours a day. Sadly, some folks are put off this pretty and practical style because of the costs involved. However, I am here to tell you that you can decorate your home in this fashion, without using up your life savings. Read on to find out more.

Go for white walls

Is there a cheaper way of refreshing your decor that spreads the walls with a generous coating of white paint? Well, no I’m pretty sure there is not. Of course, the great news is that white is precisely the colour that you want when opting for the country chic look. In fact, many people believe it to be the foundation of the entire aesthetic. It also presents a bright base on which to craft the rest of the decor in your home. 

Make the most of your home’s features

Country chic is at its best when it has a rustic edge. This is excellent news for folks that have older homes or residences with built-in features.

In fact, you can get an incredible effect for barely any money at all. Just by emphasising features you already have such as brick or stone walls, exposed beams or stone floors. 

Invest in just a few good pieces

Obviously, when it comes to country chic, the furniture pieces that you choose will have a considerable effect. Of course, as budget is on our mind here, it’s always best to invest in a few choice pieces that will be of good quality and last. 

One such piece that can make a massive difference to the overall look of your home is an iron bedstead for the bedroom. Although choosing the right one is essential. In fact, you may be wondering which iron beds suit country chic decor? Well, why not take some advice from the linked article? After all, if you’re going to invest in a piece, you will want it to look right and be practical for your needs as well. 

Other pieces that you may choose to invest in include bedroom furniture such as wardrobe on nightstands. You may also like to pick on choice pieces for the bathroom such as a wooden washstand.

Upcycle old tables and chairs

Now, apart from a bedstead, many people choose to invest in a country style table and chairs as well. However, there is another less expensive option to consider. It is to upcycle a dining set that you already have, or that you buy second hand. In fact, when it comes to the latter looking on freecycle pages is the best idea because you can often get some fantastic stuff without having to pay at all. 

Just remember though that if you plan to DIY your dining set with chalk paint, natural wood that hasn’t been finished with varnish or sealant is best. The reason being this will allow the new paint to take much more easily. 

Use second-hand sites for textiles

In fact, second-hand sites aren’t just great for finding things like chairs and tables but are also perfect for sourcing your chic country textiles as well. One tip here is to look for popular terms like ‘stripes’ or ‘country’ but type them in with letters missing or with common spelling mistakes. This will then bring up what you are looking for, but there will be fewer bids because the majority of buyers won’t be able to find them. Something that means you can get some top-grade stuff for a lot less money. 

DIY your home decor

Finally, if you want a chic country look without the expensive price tag, it’s time to get that glue gun out and have a go at crafting your own ornaments and decor. 

In fact, there are two great things about DYing your own items here. The first is that country chic is such a popular style that you will find plenty of ideas and tutorials to help you. While the second is that such items stand to be made from pretty simple and easy to source and work with materials. 

Something that means creating some impressive decorative pieces like wreaths, and key holders that will ensure your country style home looks chick without costing the Earth.