We are talking about vintage furniture when it comes from the 20s to 70s. You can also do this when purchasingSigns of wearcan be seen, even after restoration. Because that, in addition to the unique design of each piece, is what makes vintage furniture so charming. The difference between vintage andShabby Chicis that the latter represent new furniture that has been deliberately processed to look worn. Even if older ones are used, they will be artificially worn out. At theVintage Stylethis is not the case.Vintage furnitureshould be worn out naturally. Nevertheless, the increasingly popular trend is causing furniture manufacturers to resort to artificial processing of new furniture in order to achieve the desired look for new furniture.
Vintage furniture with tradition
the swan chair by Arne Jacobsen
A valuable advantage that real vintage furniture brings with it is that it is made of solid, high-quality wood, so that with the right care it will last almost forever. Furthermore, you can be sure that you always own a rare piece. During the 50s and 60s, production was far from being produced in such large quantities. What is left today can almost be described as an antique. But it's not just the furniture from this period that is highly valued. Other styles are also highly sought after. Old classics from Scandinavian designers are just as popular. A well-known name here isArne Jacobsen. So if you come across one of his models, grab it right away!
Vintage furniture at the flea market
The flea market is of course perfect for finding pretty vintage furniture. There you can be sure that you will receive original pieces. But real gems can also be found on the Internet.
Vintage furniture throughout the apartment
If you have decided to decorate your apartment in vintage style, you should do the same in all rooms. This means that not only the living room should consist of vintage furniture, but the style should also be maintained in the kitchen, the bedroom and why not also in the bathroom in order to achieve a big whole in which everything fits in with everything else. Accordingly, you can find perfect display cabinets for the living room or a vintage cupboard. And a vintage bed and matching bedside tables can also create a wonderful ambience in the bedroom.
The diversity of vintage furniture
In principle, there are no limits to your imagination. Since it will be difficult to find a whole set of matching individual pieces with original pieces, combining different designs and models is permitted and even encouraged. With the right technology, there will be no chaos, as you might think. Quite the opposite! The variety of vintage furniture gives the room a wonderful and unique ambience that no one can easily replicate. And you can also play with the colors. If your furniture has simple, natural colors such as beige, brown, cream or others, you can, for example, set a perfect accent with a retro table lamp in a bright color. You can also spice up the room and the vintage furniture with decorative items.
Old furniture with a new look
So if you still have some of Grandma's old furniture in your apartment, in the attic or in the basement, you shouldn't be in a hurry to dispose of them. They could come in handy the next time you redesign your home. Are you not so sure about that? Then take a look at the following inspiring examples and see for yourself the charm that the vintage furniture exudes. Have fun watching!
