Clever Ways Of Using Vintage in Your Home Decor

Is your abode in need of a little spicing up? Well, then you’ve come to the right place! In fact, in my post below, you can discover how to use exquisite and fun vintage details to give your interiors a lift throughout the home. Read on for more.

Bedroom

The bedroom is one of the best places to use vintage pieces. In fact, by doing so, you can really create a cosy and welcoming space that is not just ideal for sleep, but for relaxing as well.

One of the most pleasant ways to use vintage items in the bedroom is regarding your light fittings. In fact, you will probably have noticed that oversized retro style bamboo lampshades are trending this season.
Of course, using them in your bedroom will create more of a mid-century retro feel. Therefore, if you are looking for something that is a bit more shabby chic, then chandelier style light fittings or even fabric shades trimmed with tassels are a better bet.

Obviously, as the bed tends to be the focal point of any bedroom, it is also a fantastic place to use some vintage items. Happily, there is a wide range of options available, including things like this Vintage Throw, and even duvet covers and pillowcases that have more of an old-fashioned style pattern. You may even wish to use vintage style throw pillows to give your bedroom an extra lift too, and they make your bed more comfortable as well, giving you a double win!

Bathroom

A vintage style bathroom may seem like it’s achievable, but it really is not, even if the basic of the room are currently modern ones. Of course, you will have to do a few things, including taking a look at the mirror you have. If its a modern one without a frame, then it’s best to replace with something more ornate. You may even want to layer different sizes and shape of mirrors to create a gallery wall effect, something that can also make your space seem more substantial as well as giving it a fun vintage vibe.

Then turn your attention to the taps and shower heads you have. Once again if they are shining chrome in the modern style is a smart move to replace them with Victorian look models instead. Something that can subtly help to transform the entire feel of your room.

Also, if you have a larger budget to spend, you may even consider replacing the tilling and fixtures in your bathroom for ones that have a more old fashioned feel. Although, you really don’t have to achieve this a more vintage feel.

Living room

The living room is a prime location for displaying vintage details. In fact, there’s so much here that you can do, the main issue you will have is not getting carried away!

For instance, you can make a massive difference to the aesthetics in your living room simply by choosing the right colour for the walls. You’ll be pleased to discover as well, that many paint companies have special vintage ranges now, that include deeper and more muted colours, reminiscent of certain eras. Something that means you can get an authentic vintage look simply, and relatively cheaply as well.

Of course, you don’t have to stop with just painting the walls, as there are many other things that you can do as well. In particular, the furniture that you choose can have a significant impact on the feel of your interior design.

Luckily, getting sofas and chairs that are new, but made according to older designs is very popular at the moment. In fact, many people opt for couches in a mid-century style, ones with a little more Rocco flair, or even choose to mix them in a joyously eclectic way for added texture and interest.

The only issue with using a couch as your primary vintage piece is that they can cost a fair bit. Luckily there are other details that you can use in your living room instead, including vintage style art prints, especially if they are framed with a frame from a suitable era. You could also add a vintage neon sign to give your living room a real retro feel.

Oh, and don’t forget that in times gone by, sideboards were a popular item to have in the living area. Happily, you can get these both in a retro mid-century style and with a more shabby chic vintage look as well. You may even be lucky and find an original piece on online auction sites for a steal, and then choose to paint or restore it yourself.

Kitchen

If you have been anywhere near social media lately, you will know that vintage style kitchens are all the rage. In fact, rather than the sleek, glossy built-in cabinets we are so used to seeing, there seems to be a movement towards open shelving and freestanding cabinets in a more traditional style instead.

Of course, there are still things you can do if you can’t afford to rip out your current kitchen and replace it with a new one, including finding table cloths with a rustic wood pattern design, that can help to soften the edges in your kitchen space.

Additionally, displayed vintage style crockery and plates, in your kitchen can help to add interest, colour, and the right tone as well. In fact, you may have noticed that there is a trend within a trend here as many people choosing a colour theme and use that throughout their kitchen, not only spice it up but to enhance the vintage look as well.

Hall

Finally, when it comes to the hall of your home, you may not have a lot of room to play with. That doesn’t mean that you can’t use some vintage style details change up the look though.

In fact, installing some old-fashioned style coat hooks for jackets and outerwear can look great, as can using a freestanding coat and hat stand. Add a long line baroque style mirror too, and you will be well on your way to spicing up the look of this room in with just a few vintage details.