What is English Country style? Close your eyes and visualize
Laura Ashley
florals with
Ralph Lauren plaids and wools, add traditional furniture and now you have a picture of a home decorated in the
English Country style. More is more in a small English cottage. Many factors go into decorating a home in a certain style; English
Country is no different. Let's start with wallcovering. Many times in English Country décor you will see large floral print
wallpapers covering all of the walls in the home. Of course, an accent wall is acceptable too. If wallpaper is
not for you, consider painting your home with warm colors. English country flooring options include dark stone or dark
finished wood. You can add
rugs that have a traditional theme and will add color to the floor. Often windows are dressed with heavy draperies. You
want something that has a large pattern, preferably a large
floral pattern. You can tone it down by choosing fabric in lighter hues and tying them off to
the side. Furniture is full and fluffy and tufting is a must for the furniture and accents in the English country home. Many of the
furniture pieces are floral as well. You can mix the pieces by using
plaids and
solids in combination with all of the floral patterns.
Lamps are used everywhere
since the typical English Country home is small with low ceilings which does not leave room above your head for many large chandeliers or light
fixtures. Having lamps placed throughout the room will give enough light to the space and the
shades can be
changed to reflect the décor of the home. To tie the room together you will want to add accents. Small
trunks, baskets, and boxes sitting beside furniture will add a place for storage and a little decoration. Selecting simple
picture frames to hold family
photos can be a nice touch to your walls and your English country décor. Small
sculptures,
urns, and
art that features
dogs and horses would be a great finishing touch. Explore our
Pinterest page to get all the latest ideas on English country décor and our previous decorating styles we have
featured so far this year.
