Country style sofa: features, types, selection criteria

Interior design, which came to us from America, is now one of the most popular. The decorative direction is based on simplicity, convenience and naturalness. The room, decorated in the style of country, is filled with home comfort and warmth. We will tell you more about which sofas are suitable for the American "rustic" style.

Country style stands out from the rest due to a number of special characteristics. Of great importance for the integrity and expressiveness of the interior is furniture. A sofa in the style of a country should correspond to the features of this trend.

Country furniture features.

• For its manufacture are used only natural materials. This applies to both the frame and the lining and packing.
• Country style is great for spacious rooms. When decorating a room, choose massive and oversized furniture.
• Perfectly fitting furniture looks as natural and even rude.
• Antiqued copies will look great. They will give the interior a special expression.
• The beauty and color of wood is not covered with paint. To process it, varnishes are most often used. Some varieties of wood tinted with special compounds. In some cases, wooden surfaces are not treated at all.
• The appearance of furniture should be as simple and concise as possible. Pretentiousness and a large number of decorative elements are not inherent in the country style.
• If jewelry and additional items are still used, they are also made from natural materials. It can be parts made of wood, fabric or ropes. Forged elements harmoniously fit in.
• Color spectrum consists of natural and soft tones: shades of brown and green, white, cream, black.
• Furniture in this style is primarily should be practical.
• On the back or seat of the sofa will look expressively hand embroidered pattern.

Modern shops offer a wide selection of furniture for various styles. Given the great popularity of country, it is not difficult to find a sofa for this area.

With external characteristics and colors, we have already figured out, now we find out which form is best for the American direction.

• Straight. This is the most common and convenient form, which is most common. This sofa is ideal for country style due to its simplicity. This model is placed close to the wall. In some cases, it can be placed opposite the fireplace. The model with a folding berth can be used as a bed to accommodate guests.

• Angular. On sale you can find compact and large models. Dimensions are selected depending on how spacious the room is. A large corner sofa in the living room will come in handy when you need to comfortably arrange the company of guests. Due to practical placement in the corner of the room, maximum free space is saved.

• Modular. A universal option that consists of several individual elements. If the room has a fireplace located in the center, modular furniture will look great around it. This is a stylish and comfortable option for a large living room.

• Island. For the arrangement of a spacious recreation area, a status and large island sofa complete with a table are great. Such a tandem will look great with a fireplace or in the center of a large room.

• Semicircular. Sofas with this shape are almost never used for country style.

As mentioned above, one of the main characteristics of the style is the use of natural materials. Country allows you to combine several of their types, however, excessive diversity will only spoil the decor. The use of synthetic materials is excluded.

Reliable furniture manufacturers use quality wood in the manufacture of sofas. Raw materials are carefully selected and processed to protect against moisture, mold and bacteria. In this case, the natural color and texture are preserved. Hard and wear-resistant types of wood are chosen. Many brands prefer pine.

Textile material for lining should also be made from natural raw materials. The production uses silk, cotton, linen and other similar materials.

Recommendations when choosing a sofa are as follows.

• Shop at trusted furniture stores. Only in this way you can be sure of the quality of the goods. If in doubt about the naturalness of the materials, require an appropriate certificate.
• Be sure to measure the sofa and room. Make sure that the selected model fits into the selected location without any problems.
• If you want the furniture to become a key element of the decor, choose products a few tones darker or lighter than the room decoration.
• For comfort when using the back should be softer than the seat.
• If you like patterns with patterns, opt for sofas decorated with floral ornaments. This pattern fits perfectly into the style of country.

The following video provides recommendations for choosing a sofa.