Do you feel your home is lacking some center element that can bring together a lot of other pieces of home decor? Well! A console table is what you need to fill up that space and create a space that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also as functional as it can be. But are you confused as to how to decorate a console table? No worries; I have written this article for just that. The following articles provide you with a step-by-step guide that you can use to bring magic to your console table.
How to decorate a console table:
Further, it is not required that you incorporate all these elements in your console table decorations; these are suggestions that you can modify according to your taste and preferences. Moreover, the console table also comes in a variety of shapes and sizes; go with the kind of elements that suit you best and complement your console table. Decorating your console can be pretty easy if you have a plan beforehand. This helps you narrow down your choices, and you can make decisions much more easily than ever. This isn’t a very difficult task; just focus on what you want and fix a budget for when you want this work to be done.
So with all this being said, here is a list of simple and easily available items that you can use to decorate a console table.
1. Placement:
- Try choosing an area that is not very tightly spaced.
- The color or pattern of the wall should not be too engaging.
- Check the measurements of the space before buying or placing the console table.
- Place the console just next to the wall without leaving any space.
2. Decide upon the type of console:
- Further, you should decide which type of console you should be buying.
- Whether it should be a metallic one or one made of wood.
- Also decide the kind of build you want for your console, whether it should be hefty, giving a vintage look, or sleek and modern.
- If you already own a console, you can skip this part.
3. Add wall decoration:
- After doing this much, now shift the focus to decorating the console.
- Start by adding some pieces of embellishment to the wall behind the console.
- It can be anything—a painting, an artwork, some old photos (framed), any other wall hanging, etc.
- Do see that the piece blends in with the wall and is not too big to divert all the attention to itself.
- Place it slightly above the level of the console table.
4. Books:
- One of the things that can accentuate the look of your console table is the presence of books.
- Display your favorite books on the console table. Either place them horizontally or vertically; both ways, it looks good.
- Don’t forget it is not a library; only keep limited books and don’t clutter it.
- Balance them well; there is no need to seek perfection in the alignment of these.
5. Vases or plants:
- A touch of greenness never disappoints.
- Add a simple vase or a small plant to give the dimensions that the console requires.
- You can also add a flowering plant, but keep in mind that it isn’t a lot bigger.
- Keep it simple and take care of the plant to get the look you desire.
- Adding a bouquet can also be a good option, but place it on the side in a proper vase.
6. Boxes:
- If you are into art, you can add some intricately carved wooden boxes.
- It is best to add these boxes, as they look appealing and are good storage options.
- Their functionality helps these win an extra point for placing them on the console table.
- Choose the boxes that are unique and not too different from the overall console elements; they should be complimentary.
- Don’t choose any box that is way too big for the console table; keep in mind the scales.
7. Add a table lamp:
- Another perfect solution is to add an illuminating element.
- You can add an interesting table lamp.
- You can also think of adding some candles with a candle stand.
- If not anything, you can create a DIY fairy light lamp to give the console the magic that it requires.
- This will ensure that there is no boring element on your console table.
8. Other decorations:
- Now that it is your choice, you can add the items that look beautiful to you.
- It can be a mirror, some kind of sculpture, a bowl of marbles, or baskets.
- The idea is to fill out the space to give it more warmth.
- Yet you must always remember not to clutter too much.
- Choose the pieces that are worthy of placing on the console.
9. Play with colors:
- It is always suggested that you go with a subtle and complimentary color scheme.
- But I would suggest that including a bit of extra color will add a playful element to your collection and make it look fresher.
- Another good thing is that this does it to let you add a variety of elements that are dear to you and that are not bound to some monotonous color scheme.
- Further, it helps bring comfort and chill to your console area.
10. Appreciate asymmetry:
- Another great thing about decorating a console table is that you need not worry about symmetry.
- It looks great when you add a tall item, and next to it is another item that is not as tall.
- This gives the illusion of a fuller look, yet too much clutter.
- This looks aesthetic and very chic.
Conclusion:
With all these items and tips in check, you can easily decorate your console table. There are other options available as well, such as adding seating in front of it (which may be a long stool), but this goes well with only certain kinds of vintage looks. Choose the look of your desire and add the above-mentioned items in order to make your console table look classy, as all of these items go very well with all kinds of styles. I hope this was able to give you the much-needed inspiration for decorating your console table.