| Decorating a log cabin or even a cottage, | | | | log cabin doesn't require paint for the |
| usually takes in the country theme. Keeping | | | | walls, however if you're decorating a |
| with the various aspects of nature and its | | | | cottage, you might pick similar colours for |
| simplicity and freshness, a log cabin ought | | | | your walls. |
| to provide peace and tranquillity. Most log | | | | |
| cabins are in the forest or country areas. | | | | Fabrics to use when decorating a log cabin |
| Using a country style would mean bringing the | | | | should probably include bold colours and |
| beauty of the outside, inside. Decorating a | | | | nature themes. Floral patterns are also nice |
| log cabin or a cottage shouldn't be too | | | | in a cottage or log cabin setting. You could |
| difficult using the country theme since the | | | | use these fabrics in window coverings, |
| ideas and colour schemes sitting right | | | | bedspreads or throws and slip covers. To keep |
| outside the window. | | | | with the theme of nature, you could choose |
| | | | accessories taken from the outdoors such as |
| Using nature as an example when decorating a | | | | dried flowers or pieces of old wood made into |
| log cabin, using natural wood for flooring | | | | candle holders. People tend to gather things |
| and furniture would definitely fit. Birch, | | | | from the outdoors while on a hike or stroll |
| pine or cedar would certainly compliment any | | | | along the river. These items can be used as |
| space especially a log cabin or cottage. To | | | | accessories as well as mementos. |
| keep the natural look of the wood, you could | | | | |
| choose to leave it in its original form or | | | | When decorating a log cabin or cottage, one |
| using stain would give the wood a rustic | | | | factor which isn't really important is your |
| look. Whether you are choosing authenticity | | | | budget. This type of decorating can |
| or a newer look, wood is surely the best | | | | incorporate items from home or even those |
| choice when decorating a log cabin. | | | | picked up at a flea market or garage sale. |
| | | | Handmade trinkets and decorations are also |
| You may decide to bring old furniture from | | | | nice when decorating a log cabin. |
| home to your log cabin or cottage. Using slip | | | | |
| covers for the couch or chairs can help make | | | | As long as the accessories help to achieve |
| the furniture look new. If decorating a log | | | | the overall goal of warmth and an atmosphere |
| cabin, you may choose to paint the furniture. | | | | that is welcoming, any items chosen are fine. |
| This too will give it a fresh new appearance. | | | | A log cabin or cottage is a place designed |
| When choosing colours for slip covers or | | | | for relaxation. When decorating a log cabin |
| paint, you might consider warm colours in | | | | or cottage, this should be kept in mind. |
| light to medium shades. Yellows, browns or | | | | Whatever makes you happy and helps create a |
| terracotta add warmth to a space. When you're | | | | space you enjoy and feel comfortable in, go |
| decorating a log cabin, the emphasis is | | | | with it. Just remember to have fun. |
| generally focused on warmth and cosiness. A | | | | |