Reclaimed Wood Coffee Table
Compared to the homes of the 1950s, today’s homes are mansions. At an average of 2,349 square foot, the average American home is twice the size of the home you probably grew up in.
That’s not all bad, of course. New homes have more amenities than their predecessors. Kitchens are larger, master bedrooms and baths are more spacious, and there are new spaces such as great rooms that allow homeowners greater flexibility in their lifestyle.
Filling that space with furnishings also offers owners more options. Gone are the days when a living room could barely hold a sofa with two end tables and a coffee table. Today’s rooms can hold a variety of seating areas and accent tables.
The popularity of rustic and country furniture has grown with the size of the rooms in recent years. Part of the reason it is so popular is its warm and rich beauty, something their contemporary and modern counterparts have trouble matching.
Barnwood tables are particularly popular these days. Designers and homeowners alike appreciate the wide selection of rustic tables, including barnwood coffee tables, barnwood entryway tables, barnwood end tables, barnwood sofa tables and barnwood tables.
Barnwood furniture is modern folk art in many ways. Simple in style but rich in character, barnwood tables come in a variety of styles and finishes. While the natural patina finish brings out the beauty of the pine, oak and cedar, many barnwood tables are hand painted with scenes from the turn of the century and patriotic themes. Others come in brightly painted colors such as blues, yellows and reds.
A single barnwood coffee table or other accent table can do amazing things to the character of a room. They can add a lot of interest to existing décor without overwhelming it.
Tables crafted from barnwood are very affordable too. Real barnwood pieces tend to run more than simulated barnwood since there are only so many old barns that can be recycled. Tables can run from several hundred dollars and up, depending on the size, type and finish. Generally, the more unusual the piece, the higher its price.