Five Tips for Decorating with Metallics

Molly Sofa and Copia Occassional Tables at Belfort Furniture

Metallics are a favorite in homes through the holidays, especially for the glittering holiday, New Year’s Eve, but metal finishes don’t need an end date. Incorporate metallic accents into your home décor for everyday design and create a balanced look that captivates attention as you walk into each room. Even if you aren’t redecorating right now, adding metallic pieces throughout your space can instantly refresh it. Here are our top five decorating tips for integrating metallic into your home.

Molly Sofa and Copia Occasional Tables

1. Keep it Simple

Incorporating metallic accents can completely change the look of a room, but don’t go overboard! A room only needs a few touches of metal inspiration. The simplicity goes a long way. Small doses create the most dramatic effects.

Angelo Home Sleeper Sofa, Reclaimed Cocktail Table, and Metal Arm Chair

2. Welcome to Mixology 101

Don’t listen to the old rule against mixing metal finishes. Mixing metals is completely okay – in fact, it’s great! When it comes to variety, you have plenty of metallic options to choose from. Metals also mix with any color palette. Essentially, metal finishes help enhance any existing palette and add a level of dimension to the room.

Brentwood Sectional at Belfort Furniture

Rowe Brentwood Sectional

3. Stomp out the Competition

You might be accustomed to gold, silver, and bronze metals when it comes to winning competitions, but your metallic accents should complement your room, not compete with existing decor!

Salon Metal Dining Table at Belfort Furniture

Bernhardt Salon Dining Table with Geometric Metal Base

4. Larger than Life

Don’t feel restricted when decorating with metallic furniture, accents, or accessories. Sometimes choosing a metal finish for a room’s major piece of furniture is exactly what the doctor ordered. For example, a gold pedestal and glass top table grounds your dining room and creates a focal point directly in the center.

The Salon Collection by Bernhardt

5. Create a Serene Atmosphere

Pair metals with solid hues for a relaxing atmosphere. Monochromatic rooms grasp onto texture variations to create a natural path for your eye to move throughout the room. Adding metallic accent tables or accessories maintains the monochromatic look but provides an extra appeal for your eye. Trending right now are rooms focused on neutrals, mainly white and grey.

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