Country Kitchen Tables: What You Might Want To Know About Kitchen Tables
Say country kitchens and the picture that comes to your mind is of blue and
white checked table cloths on a rough wooden table. But wait! Country kitchen
décor has evolved much more now. You can experiment with a wide range of décor
ideas.
You have a very wide variety in terms of styles and designs when it comes to
buying furniture. So it is with kitchen furnishings. Kitchen happens to be the
most important part of any household. Kitchen furnishings therefore must be
bought with the same, if not more, degree of care as any other household
furnishings. After all, the kitchen is not only the place where your meals are
cooked and had but also a retreat where the family gathers after a day’s hard
work.
Families gather round the country kitchen table and share their day in a cozy
relaxed atmosphere. Often forums are made and problems are solved around the
kitchen table in a country home. The kitchen should therefore exude warmth that
attracts everybody. One of the best ways to give the kitchen such warmth is by
having at the center an old fashioned country kitchen table.
The original antique country kitchen tables came from the French or the English.
Some were also from the colonial days of America – specially the East Coast.
Country kitchen tables come made from pine, mahogany, maple, walnut, oak and
teak wood. You will get antique as well as contemporary designs. Pine and oak
tables specially blend with any décor and add a touch of elegance.
Country kitchen tables also come in both rectangle and round shapes to suit your
space. There are also corner tables available with a combination of chairs and a
bench to go with it. This fits particularly well in the nook of a small kitchen.
Such variety is available at the stores that a wooden table is no more the heavy
piece of furniture it used to be. Make sure that there is enough space to move
around the table. One thing that you must ensure is that the tables and chairs
are strong, with sturdy legs. A fragile delicate design does not go with the
country kitchen décor.
There are a variety of country kitchen tables available in the market. As
against popular belief, country kitchen tables do not have any fixed style. A
country kitchen table does not have to have cows and rooster painted all over
them. Neither do you have to furnish your house with cow and rooster motif to
allow you to buy such a table.
A country kitchen table is quite at home in a house done up in eclectic or a
chic shabby style. A typical country kitchen table will be sturdy. That is not
all. A country kitchen table would also have light and airy colored shades and
stains that add to the country feel. Overall the color, texture and strength and
beauty of the furniture would depend on the type pf wood you would use.
There is no compelling reason to have matching chairs to go with country kitchen
tables. To throw parties you can create a warm, inviting and attractive space by
choosing a variety of mismatching chairs.
Country tables are also available in various sizes. They come in sizes that can
accommodate anywhere between two to twenty people. Before selecting kitchen
table it is a good idea to measure the space available. You must also take into
account how many people would use the table and the best place in the kitchen to
fit the table.
You can choose country table that are fixed, have drop leaf or have extensions.
The different shapes in which they are made makes them very exciting and
interesting. You must observe the legs of many country kitchen tables. The way
they are turned and beautifully crafted is a pleasure to watch. They will do
proud any kitchen having any decorating style. There are some exquisitely
finished country tables that can be folded up and kept in a corner. Country
kitchen tables also come in sizes that range from a square to a rectangle
leading to round or oval shaped ones.
The inspiration for many country kitchen designs is taken from the French
country kitchen designs. The table in a French country kitchen is usually large
enough to seat a big family. The classic French country kitchen table consists
of a large plank table surrounded by benches or caned chairs with high slatted
backs. The table could be accompanied by a wood cart. The wood is generally pine
or walnut. There will also be beautiful carvings of motifs of corn, lavender or
myrtle leaf. These are part of the tradition of the nineteenth century making
itself felt in the twenty first century.
For a Cottage country look, use minimalist furniture and a simple table like
the” Cottage Retreat” dining set from Ashley furniture. This will give a light,
cozy look to your room.
Again, you can make a combination of the French and the Cottage country décor
and have an eclectic style. Any simple kitchen table can be added to this décor.
In fact a set of wooden country kitchen table and chairs added to a contemporary
kitchen décor would give a perfectly eclectic style. To create a different mood
a lightweight wicker table could also add that rustic touch to your kitchen.
The modern country kitchen offers many options. Oak beams, granite work tops and
porcelano floor and wall tiles along with wooden kitchen tables and cabinets add
just the right touch of rustic life to your kitchen décor.
As for colors – it can range from black to cherry to white, for that rustic
look. But the best choice would be natural polished wood color with the grains
prominently visible. This gives a distressed look to the furniture that lends
certain ruggedness typical of the country décor.
So which is the best place to find country kitchen tables? You can browse
through the many online catalogues and look for attractive discounts. There are
many stores that offer you a wide range of such furniture. Other sources would
be professional antique dealers, estate sales and auctions.
One of the best places to try would be the Amish stores. They have some of the
finest hand crafted wooden furniture in the world. Amish furniture is also
available online and would make just the right style statement. Their corner
nook tables, drop leaf tables and others are made by craftsmen with a long
tradition of furniture making. Colors range from oak to pine to cherry, mahogany
and other natural wood colors.
Very often people prefer a replica of an antique design because it comes
cheaper. Another advantage is that a replica allows you to customize according
to your need, space and budget. Reclaimed wood from barn houses and factories
can be very good material for country kitchen tables as the wood is perfectly
seasoned after years of weathering. Replicas are also useful where you want
chairs to go with the country kitchen table. These chairs are stronger and more
durable than the original antique chairs.
If you are just starting on your remodeling project, you might want to take a
look at how modern designers blend the various elements because a table has to
blend with the ambience. There are lots of themes like Tuscan, Italian, country,
cottage and more that you might want to take a look at. That may help you choose
the right type of flooring, cupboards, folding furniture, glass, lighting and
more for your kitchen.
Country kitchen tables need to be re-evaluated and given a fresh lease of life.
They have plenty to offer, even to the modern home.