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Modern Mixed Metal Interiors

Friday, March 16th, 2018

Silver is beauty: Featured here is the Benhardt Interiors Bedroom Metal Wrapped Bed (in silver).

Do you still define your metallic interiors as either gold or silver? Those days are long gone. Today, homes don’t have to resort to warm or cool metals anymore. You won’t have to worry about clashing any longer. Many interior design experts agree that mixed metallics is cool and not cold.

But, first, let’s just establish what the cool and warm metals are. The cool metallic ones are steel, silver, and nickel. These help bring a sleeker and more modern surrounding. The warmer tones, on the other hand, include gold, bronze, copper, rose gold, brass, and others. These are more inviting and they are even glamorous.

Mixing these two tones can help you define a more unique look. This is modern with a hint of glamour. This is also minimalism but with a homier appeal since the rawness of the warm metals help define the welcoming ambiance.

A smart fusion of metallics helps to draw attention to the charm of the materials that were used. Metals are also effortlessly daring so you will surely catch the attention of your visitors when you use these elements.

Here’s a tip, though, never let your metallics become mere neutrals in your home. These are natural attention getters so use them in the most stylish way that you can think of. In short, don’t be afraid to show your metals.

Almost every metallic tone can now be found in glass, artwork, curtains, upholstery, and wall coverings. Just take a look at the lovely silver gray fabric which is now a staple in many modern homes and you’d know the different kind of appeal that it brings to an ambiance.

You can also consider using accent metallics, for example, donning the living room with a silver upholstery if you have a tuxedo-hued sofa. This could be paired with a golden coffee table or a stylish console in the same gold tone.

Always remember that warm tones such as gold or brass offer a pop of color as well as texture. The cool metals, on the other hand, such as chrome and silver, are there to frame that palpable texture. Don’t get into the vibe of matching finishes. A lot of people have been fooled into thinking that coordinating the finishes in their home will render a coordinated look but, on the contrary, it creates a linear, monochromatic look.

Choose the Dominant Metal

Here’s a tip in fusing warm with cool metallics – always pick a dominant metal. If you fail to do this, then you would be left with a very confusing space. So for your own sanity, find a prominent metal then unify the rest of the design elements using this tone.

If the kitchen hardware is all copper, then you can accentuate with bronze to add some more to the warm glow which the copper already staged.

The more modern kitchens need a lot of stainless steel sinks, chandeliers, and such. Finding a vintage looking gold or silver piece as a charm can also add to the texture of the room.

Always Consider the Color Palette

While you are encouraged to mix and match, it is also crucial that you always have your color palette in mind. More often than not, people use warm metals also with warm hues such as yellows, reds, and browns. The cool metals they decide to pair with violet, green or blue. Go with these tested sets.

If you happen to have a neutral room to decorate, then add texture and warmth above all. If you are already using some gray tones then a gold mirror should be able to breathe life into the room.

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Super Lustrous, Super Festive: Using Metal as Christmas Decorative Element

Wednesday, November 30th, 2016

The Wesley Allen Bedroom Iron Bed 7162

The Wesley Allen Bedroom Iron Bed 7162

Metal is a tricky element to use in designing homes. This isn’t always the case, though, especially during the holiday season. Metal looks good during this season to be jolly since it offers a beautiful gleam that is difficult to match.

Using metal for Christmas décor means you have to get to know which types will be available and would look good in interiors. You have to comprehend the application and the uses of the metal so that you won’t be mixing it with elements that it’s not supposed to be with.

Metal is totally hot in the world of interior design these days. Tout metals and lustrous metallic accessories are the most sought-after decorative items nowadays but are you ready to infuse them to your current home theme?

Metal is a dense element that light easily passes through it. It is also a great conductor of electricity (especially copper wiring) and heat. Metals are often hard but they can be melted to form usable alloys.

Metals that are used in most buildings today conduct both electricity and heat. They are ductile, meaning, they can be hammered to thin sheets. They are also malleable so they can also be rolled or bent even when they are dense and durable.

Some Warnings

Stainless steel benches are also metal so don’t put them too close to sources of electricity. If they have to be near a socket, then be sure that they are properly earthed.

Bring luster and illuminate your home at the same time with this Uttermost Accessories Iron Branches, Wall Sconce 19736.

Bring luster and illuminate your home at the same time with this Uttermost Accessories Iron Branches, Wall Sconce 19736.

Bring on the Metals

How comfy you will feel about metallic elements depends hugely on the current style of your home. Modern design enthusiasts will feel at home straightaway in a metallic interior design. Those who love rustic and country styles will also be able to find good use for metals when they want to add drama or intrigue as well as texture to their homes.

Here are the sleek elements that you can use for different themes –

  • Contemporary is sleek, minimalist, and it is always stark. Metallics will be right at home with the contemporary design. The best metal finishes for this design are stainless steel, nickel and chrome.

Contemporary metallic touches should be seen on some of your fixtures, accessories, mirrors, furniture and room dividers. Great conversation pieces are mirrored and metallic furniture pieces. An example is a chrome table that will add a little excitement in a somber room.

  • Country style is timeless, homey and eclectic. You would want to choose the warmer metallic pieces for this theme since they can contribute to the warmth of the country interiors. Apt metallic finishes include copper, gold and chrome. Chrome adds the fanciest and most glamorous touch.

Country style has an Old World element so make sure that you don’t overuse metallics. Too many metals would make the place look unnatural or too bold. Instead of bold metallic items, use those that are barely noticeable but, nonetheless, create a classic impact such as small fixtures, pots and pans.

  • Eclectic style is quirky yet fun. This design can translate any unique personality to a cohesive style. Do not hesitate to experiment when you embrace this style. Just make all the items congruent with your taste and they will look at home with your current theme.

The best metallic finishes for eclectic style is – everything. This is such as a wacky design that you can use any metallic finish that you set your heart on. Metallics can give you the opportunity to make a statement so, don’t be shy, and include metals on whole pieces of furniture, large mirrors and even on an entire wall.

  • Traditional style is elegant and refined so you may wonder how you can use metals in it. The wealthy and posh thrive in this kind of environment so bring in the gold, chrome and silver. Put metallic touches on vases, chandeliers and mirrors and you would never go wrong.

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Wrought-Iron Furniture: A Splendid Option for Indoor and Outdoor Living

Tuesday, October 25th, 2016

Hooker Furniture Dining Room Treviso Round Dining Table with One 18in Leaf

Hooker Furniture Dining Room Treviso Round Dining Table with One 18in Leaf

Iron making is a basic blacksmith trade. More than steel, this metal is worked on more often by blacksmiths. Its creation begins with the prepping of metallic ore starting from the mine itself. There, metallic ores and non-metallic stones are separated. The former is then taken from the mine then crushed to smaller pieces. Crushing is followed by passing through fire (approximately two to three times).

There are two purposes for roasting ore. Primarily, it softens the harder ones so that they can be broken down or crushed more easily. Next, the sulfur content in ores is significantly reduced by the heating process. There are many other processes that follow before craftsmen can begin working on a piece of wrought iron.

Typical decorative uses for this material include balconies, fences, railings, gates, canopies, verandas, porches, lamps, roof cresting, grilles and hardware.

Wrought iron furniture for home’s interiors, patios and other outdoor spaces has a reputation for being the more expensive choice. Compared to its cheaper alternatives – plastic, wicker or aluminum; wrought iron has these advantages –

Wrought Iron Means Durability

If you want to depend on a material that is extremely durable, then you should rely on wrought iron. Wrought iron furniture is difficult to break. Its only enemy is rust so make sure that you check the painting job on your wrought iron furniture. If the paint is applied correctly, then you hardly have to worry about weather resistance and maintenance.

With minor care, your wrought iron pieces can last a lifetime.

Wrought Iron Means Sturdiness

Wrought iron is a very heavy material which means it won’t easily blow over where there are strong gusts of wind. This is, therefore, suitable in areas where storms and twisters hit.

You also won’t have to worry about bumping onto this furniture and toppling it over. This is a sturdy material that furniture designers can still style without worrying over weight-holding properties. Be extra wary when wrought iron is exposed to sun, wind and the rains more often. Make sure that its paint hasn’t chipped or you could end up being plagued with rust problem.

Maitland-Smith Lamps and Lighting Scrolled Wrought Iron Torchiere 1851-514

Maitland-Smith Lamps and Lighting Scrolled Wrought Iron Torchiere 1851-514

Wrought Iron Means Comfy

Wrought iron doesn’t have to mean a difficult reclining or sitting experience. With just the right accessory, this solid material can still become a comfortable piece of furniture. Add plush cushions to your wrought iron patio furniture to make it a comfortable outdoor seating unit.

As for wrought iron tables, you can just add a tablecloth and you’ve just softened the sturdy feature of this material.

Wrought Iron Means Malleable

Wrought iron is also a malleable material which is why it can be made into any basic or intricate shape. Compared to other metals, furniture craftsmen would do well to work with this material because it can be shaped into a variety of styles.

Choose a stylish finish so that you personalize your wrought iron furniture’s style. There are many appealing designs for headboards and footboards. These hold a special charm that is difficult to equal. And since the bed designs are often made with smaller iron rods, the frameworks are lighter and airier compared to bulkier beds.

When compared to beds with box springs, wrought iron beds offer greater height since they have platforms for mattresses. This also means that you won’t have to worry about lifting the bed just so you can clean underneath it.

Wrought Iron Spells Savings

You might disagree with this as first since it is not the cheapest material that you could find out there but consider this as a sound investment. It may be expensive at first but rather than buying new furniture now and then, you could have your piece with you for the rest of your life. This means minimal to zero replacement or repairs.

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Metallic Interiors: Shiny Not Shocking

Friday, October 14th, 2016

Accessories Uttermost Rajata Silver Vases S3 19826

Accessories Uttermost Rajata Silver Vases S3 19826 make metallic look cool.

When it comes to designing your home, know that mixing metals or metallic elements means you have to pay close attention to layering as well as the overall vibe that you are about to create. Adding character and depth to a home is as easy as adding metallics. It is no surprise that this style is making a huge comeback at the moment. Silver, nickel and steel are now quite hot in modern aesthetics. Warmer tones, on the other hand, provide a more inviting and homey vibe such as what’s provided by copper. If you are craving to mix metals for your interior design, then here are a few tips –

Metal Is Everywhere

Before you begin designing with metal, know that this isn’t all about the use of actual metal. This can also be found in artwork, draperies, even upholstery. Consider all of your options if you want to create the most luxurious lustrous look. Always keep in mind that you don’t have to limit yourself to warm tones. Metals can also be cool, all you need to do is to add some glamorous effects of silver, some golden framed mirror and a cool coffee table.

Gold and bronze offer wonderful fusions that you should consider; you could use bronze cushions with touches of gold. Achieving a luxurious look is also easy when you look for any fabric that has metallic hues.

While it’s wonderful to just go with the flow when coming up with the design of your home, still, mixing metallic tones with accessories can become overwhelming. Sure, you should have the passion to design but remember also that you need to harmonize all the elements. What you have in your hands is a pretty strong design element – metals are lustrous that they could easily overcome other elements.

Add only a couple or two of decorative items especially when you want to have an open-space concept. Always plan if you are looking into having various shades and tones.

Relax and Design

As you complete your luxurious design, it is advisable that you relax. You might already have a few silver pieces on hand but you could go bold and add more metallic tones or you could tone down and just accessorize with the metallics.

Ornaments, candelabra and mirrors are all accessories that look great with a metallic concept. They are effective in countering the overly traditional palette. One other tasteful concept is to use a silver bowl right in the middle or beside two golden candleholders. ‘How about finding two-toned metallic pieces in the market?

Keep in mind that you don’t have to spend a fortune just to purchase your chosen metallic elements. Smaller elements provide a more delicate look and feel. Small doses of metal could still add the needed sparkle without actually creating glare.

Soften the metallic theme by adding this Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Twiggy Mirror in your home.

Soften the metallic theme by adding this Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Twiggy Mirror in your home.

Let Sophistication Reign

What you need to do with your current color scheme is to see if it can still be used as the base hue. Neutral interiors need texture and metals in order to make the place more inviting. Shades of gray, on the other hand, could use touches of gold or brass since these will keep the place from looking too cold. Think metallic frames and gilded mirrors. Another way to dramatize cream-colored walls is to add metal accents. Crisp, white space, on the other hand, should have a touch of silver or chrome.

Do you have chocolate brown walls? Then, by all means, use bronze shades. For blue-colored space, use silver. Energize any room with chrome, black iron or gold accents.

Luxurious Lighting

Metallic space should have these choices – gold chandelier, silver pendant lights, chrome wall sconces, etc. In essence, the sky’s the limit when it comes to your metallic lighting options.

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You Glow, Girl! (How to Use Metal in Interior Design)

Wednesday, September 7th, 2016

The Wesley Allen Bedroom Medina Iron Bed 1092 is the perfect anchor to this Scandinavian-themed bedroom.

The Wesley Allen Bedroom Medina Iron Bed 1092 is the perfect anchor to this Scandinavian-themed bedroom.

Metal is undeniably hot these days but are you ready to incorporate it in your home? How you feel towards this design depends a lot on your preferred and current home design. Those who love modern design often feel at home with steel and other metals. Yet even those who have rustic or country homes can also make good use of this trend if they want to add a little intrigue or texture into their homes.

Using metal is often a tricky thing among female interior designers and decorators. This is because metal is something perceived to be mainly masculine. First, boys are often the ones who learn about metal when in school. Girls don’t get exposed to it or they have to work extra hard to get more knowledge about metals.

Metallic Choices

You won’t be reading about every possible metal that you can find on the planet but what you’ll know is a range of metals that is often used in interiors and buildings. You need to begin by understanding the application as well as the use for the metal.

A metal can be defined as an element that can form positive irons. It is characterized by its electrical and thermal conductivity, as well as its opacity. Metals are dense that light cannot easily pass through. They are also often hard. Metals can be mixed by melting eventually forming into alloys.

All metals that are being used in building structures today are able to conduct electricity and heat. They are also malleable which means you can bend and roll them according to the thickness or shape that you require.

Here’s a word of caution, though. Stainless steel bench tops are made with metal and they sit close to electricity. Make sure that it is earthed so that no one will be electrocuted.

This Lexington Living Room Rangoon Chair 4011-1092-956771 offers the charming beauty of both gold and bronze.

This Lexington Living Room Rangoon Chair 4011-1092-956771 offers the charming beauty of both gold and bronze.

Metal and Contemporary

If you want a look that is sleek, stark and minimalist, then metals are at your disposal. The best metallic finishes for contemporary design are stainless steel, nickel and chrome. As for metallic touches, you can have them on accessories, furniture, fixtures, mirrors and room dividers.

An example of a great contemporary piece is any mirrored or metallic furniture. A set of chrome tables is a great addition to what could be a more mature room. Embracing contemporary design does not have to mean bleak or cold, though. Brass and gold metals can offer warmth while still maintaining a contemporary look.

You would need to conform to the traditional design rules, though, if you want to bring the contemporary look into the bathroom. You can have a woven wire shower curtain so that you will add texture and glimmer to an often dull bathroom.

Metallic Country

Using the country design together with metals means you will have an eclectic, classic and a cozy home. Country interiors should have copper, gold or chrome. Pots, fixtures and pans would also look great as they look like vintage metals.

An example of country and metal used in perfect harmony is having gold trim with a royal blue appliance. This is the epitome of a French kitchen.

Eclectic Metal

Eclectic is always perceived to be fun yet quirky. Metal is at home in this kind of design so go ahead and experiment. Just as long as the choices you make coincide with your personal choices, then they will surely look right inside your home.

The best metallic touches for this style are large mirrors, walls and large pieces of furniture.

Have a chrome lamp brought inside the bedroom or a mesh chair become the focal point inside the living room. Your goal is to make funky look like art.

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Summer to Fall Shift: Getting Ready for the Autumnal Look

Monday, August 29th, 2016

Winners Only Dining Room Dining Table DSB14296C offers the warm brown colors of fall.

Winners Only Dining Room Dining Table DSB14296C offers the warm brown colors of fall.

People use art to express themselves. These can be framed paintings or photos, it could be a bust, but all are aimed at making your home look more interesting. The art that you display tells a lot about your personality. Don’t be afraid, though, to add large pieces on those big, blank walls. If you are feeling more creative, then make your own art. There are many ways that you can hang some stylish art especially this fall.

Display Gorgeous Harvests

Now that summer is saying farewell, it’s time to embrace the gorgeous style that the fall season has to offer. There are many fall elements that you can use in designing your home. Think of pumpkins, falling leaves, spices and earthy hues. You can bring in these elements to the porch, right into the living room and all the way to the bedroom.

Impress with Metals

Metallics are quite in during fall. These are great accent pieces since they shimmer – they are practically begging for attention. Use anything from silver, bronze to gold on table lamps, candlesticks, or side tables. A great thing about metallics is that they can stylize without even trying.

It’s All About Geometry and Texture

Fall is also rich on geometric patterns. Beautiful shapes can amp the look in your home. Use diamond shapes, stripes, even chevrons. Your favorite shape should be the star of the design.

This season is also the perfect time to add a little texture to your design. Use rich velvet, chunky knits, rustic woods, etc.

Canadel Dining Room Side Chair CHA1261 has both green and brown; both colors of Mother Nature.

Canadel Dining Room Side Chair CHA1261 has both green and brown; both colors of Mother Nature.

Seasonal Colors

You can never go wrong with the autumn palette during fall. Check the colors that are trending such as jewel tones, spicy hues, classic neutrals, white, black and certain shades of blue.

Look all around you and see where you can add fall décor. Add a table to the foyer, put a tall vase of colorful flowers in the living room, hang a wreath right on the front door, and welcome all your guests with the orange pumpkins in your front yard.

Make the Fireplace Useful

With the weather turning cooler each month, you can now look at decorating your fireplace and mantel. Right before lighting up the fireplace, though, make sure that it has been inspected and properly cleaned. Once it’s okay to use, have it decorated with garlands made from fall leaves, pumpkin and other hearth décor.

That Room with the View

This is also the season to refresh the windows with some new window covering. This should complement the current season, palette-wise and pattern-wise. Keep the sheers but you may trade out the curtain panels with something that is more appropriate for fall. Look outside of your home for inspiration. Mother Nature has a lot to offer.

Change up the florals from the sunny summer look to the autumn flowers with richer colors. Redecorate with red, orange or brown area rugs in the living room, bedroom, or the kitchen. Bird feathers and leaves are huge design inspirations.

Garden Wagon Decorating

Your garden will serve more purpose this upcoming season so go ahead and lay down the straw at the bottom of a garden wagon. Place a few pumpkins in the wagon but make sure they show through the sides. Put two huge pumpkins in the middle then stack the little ones all around.

Have a pot of mums in the hay that are all around the pumpkins. Use LED lights to add sparkle during dark nights.

You can also add a fall table display for your upcoming dinner parties. An orange, yellow or red table runner should complete the autumn look.

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Mixed Metal Theme: This Is The New You

Friday, July 22nd, 2016

1586-75200B-BRN Long Board Rectangle Dining Table with 2-20in leaves

1586-75200B-BRN Long Board Rectangle Dining Table with 2-20in leaves

The growing demand for brass, gold and other metallic accents has thrust the mixed-metal schemes to the public’s attention. The classic combination of gold and silver, the rustic charm of copper, and other metallic fusions form the foundations of a design or are just pieces of a much larger puzzle. So, whether you lovev Art Deco or the contemporary look, there is much, much more to the mixed metal theme that you can enjoy –

Pick Your Favorite

When you are out to mix metals, remember that you are still basically mixing colors. So the same rules apply – the dominant tone must have a secondary tone that would give the room a visual structure that works. Different items can have steely tones like the chair legs, the base of a lamp, or the curtain rods.

There isn’t a single, concrete formula that works for every home. How much metal you use depends on your taste. If you have no idea on how to begin, then it’s safe to start with 70-percent and 30-percent. This is a good ratio for one tone that is dominant and the other being the secondary hue.

Gold Is the Star of the Show

What is a metallic theme without gold, right? A lot of common items have gold tones such as small accessories and curtains. Not a lot come in silver, though. The most common silver pieces are mantel vases.

For gold-inspired theme to work, you have to make sure that the tone is carefully spread throughout the entire room. This color should not be cramped in just one place.

A large room with more elements and accessories should have a single goal – to keep the eyes moving throughout the room, with each metallic element shown here and there.

Fabrics in Metallic Finishes

Don’t forget to use fabric with metallic finishes when working with metallic tones. Add variety then spread the palette everywhere in your home. For example, you can use a gold-yellow accent pillow to bring warmth on a seat. This is an effective way of using metallic tones without going overboard.

You can also use one large object such as a coffee table as an anchor. The gold color of this table will serve as the dominant color and then accents can be added everywhere else.

While gold and silver are a great combo, it wouldn’t be wise to use a lot of silver. Silver is brighter and it tends to sparkle more than gold. Don’t drown the beauty of gold by using more silver. Just have a few hints of silver against the more dominant gold tone.

Choose and Fuse

It is possible to use more than two metal tones inside a room. When you do this, though, be sure to consider the actual size of the room. A wide room should have dashes of silver, copper and gold. These will add personality to the space without making it look cluttered.

Every metal must be equally represented. Allow each to blend with the rest of the natural and eclectic finishes. Every metal is approximately 1/3 of the metal palette so use it sparingly but visibly.

A smaller space – the ones that are smaller than 500 square feet – should have no more than two metal tones. This is so the space won’t look like an antique shop in the process.

Mismatch Mishaps

At times, the best way to have finishes balance elegantly is to not match them at all. An example of a dreamy space made dreamy by metallic tones is having a stool, accessories, and nightstand in different metallic colors. When you do this, be sure to make the cooler tones more dominant. So use more pale gold than silver.

Objects must also come with varying finishes. Your options range from the aged, polished to brushed.

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Super Copper for Your Home

Thursday, June 9th, 2016

 Artistica Dining Room Quadrille Arm Chair 481-010

Artistica Dining Room Quadrille Arm Chair 481-010

For thousands of years now, copper has been used in designing many homes. This beautiful metal is slowly becoming more and more popular as of late. Designers are now bringing its cool texture yet warm tones to homes’ interiors ranging from Mid-century to contemporary designs. Copper has the capacity to add a metallic yet stylish touch to a home.

Beauty, Balance and Function

Two of the classic rooms where copper is used are the bathroom and kitchen. Bacteria won’t thrive on copper which makes it the best choice for fixtures and sinks. Did you know that bacteria die in just a few hours after residing on copper? There isn’t even a need to use soap or chemical agents to clean the surface of this metal.

Hammered copper sink, pots and pans offer an Old World look. This is also true with showerheads and faucets.

Copper elements and copper piping are great for homeowners who embrace the contemporary look. To add to all these wonderful features, copper is also a recyclable, sustainable material.

Multi-faceted Lighting with Copper

There is no question with regard to the impact of proper lighting in homes. Lighting fixtures are design elements, not just functional pieces. Think of contemporary chandeliers and pendant lights. These are posh additions to any room. These can add a different level of dimension by helping define space. Depending on the copper’s finish, it can be raw, shiny or in heavy patina.

Copper lighting is great when used in rustic, cozy, contemporary or Western theme.

Bedroom Headboard Only Wesley Allen Frame HO.WAF1368

Bedroom Headboard Only Wesley Allen Frame HO.WAF1368

Not Your Ordinary Metal

There is no need to be bound to brushed nickel, stainless steel or shiny bronze. Apart from using copper in fixtures and sinks, you can add some flair to the bathroom or kitchen when you use copper hardware including hinges, cupboard door handles and other such touches.

Stovetop hoods and tile backsplashes can now be done away with. You can add substantial touches of copper in these areas. Mirrors with copper frames can provide a gilded elegance. It will be the anchor to the copper fixtures, showers and sink.

Copper spells elegance more so when you use pots, pans and cooking utensils as décor in the kitchen.

Dashes of Copper

Adding copper to your home’s décor would render it seemingly renovated. A major physical overhaul is what it would look like as copper is used in vases, plant pots, lamps, even wall art. Sculptures with copper elements are now a growing trend. The market is filled with abstract to modern sculptures that would match any home.

Copper patio furniture and fountains can also bring your desired look in your patio and porches. Foyers and entryways would also benefit with a hint or two of copper.

Fusing with Energetic Colors

Copper can also work with undertones of red, orange, rose or brass. Copper is a kind of metal that can effortlessly transition from the indoors to the outdoors. Siding, pipes and tiles all can have touches of copper. It also has a wonderful patina as it ages. This is a material that you can live with for a very, very, very long time.

Copper + Stainless Steel

And why not?

You can actually harmonize these seemingly warring metals by giving them the same finish. Exposed copper pipes against black tiles and wallpaper all harmonize to achieve a focal point for a powder room.

When you are considering the application for materials on your external walls, make sure to think of three things – how the material would react with the wall, where it will be attached, and how it will adhere to the wall surface.

A perforated copper sheeting is an awesome application that can add visual interest, dimension and texture. The perforations will allow evaporation, thus, you won’t have issues with mold and mildew.

Copper and stainless steel can both be hammered thin so they can be shaped into different patterns.

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