What Should you put in a Dining Room
Dining rooms should be a place where your friends and family feel welcomed. Even if you use your dining room on occasions or it’s where you regularly eat, this list has the must-haves (minus the obvious table and chairs) and some extra bit to give it the appropriate look:
Candles
It’s hard to imagine a dining room without candles on the table. Shiny silver or dull gold candle stands are always there to add glamour to the table while making the crockery gleam.
A console table
A console table will not cover much space but it’s an amazing way to find accommodation for extra plates or glasses. Moreover, you can display candle stands, pictures or vases to enhance the look.
Mirrors
Mirrors become a must-have when your dining room is a small one. It not only makes the room look bigger, but you can choose the right design to complement the patterns in the room. You can check around the room to see which view you want to be reflected.
Tablecloth
A clean white tablecloth always gives one a sense of luxury. Besides, it’s a brilliant way to cover up any scratches or chipped spots on your table. Also, try using cloth napkins instead of paper ones. They always have a much classier look.
Plants
Plants are always there to multi-task, adding freshness to the air and a simple but effective decoration at the corner of your dining room.
Lamps
A lamp is another way of simply augmenting the glamour of the room. If you need to fill an empty corner, a floor lamp would be an excellent idea.
Vases
Small or tall, vases are a must décor piece. Place some fresh flowers in your vase or use some artificial ones that go well with the rest of the decorations.
Fancy ceiling
Dining rooms usually have an eye-catching ceiling. Either some detailed cement patterns or wooden decorations will make the room stand out. Try adding a fancy gilded fan or some lights to transform a boring ceiling.
Chandelier
You can either go with crystal beaded chandeliers or stick to a minimalistic one. But a chandelier in the center of the room makes everything shine. An elegant single light can be a focal light fixture.
Wallpapers
You can go very creative and innovative with wallpapers. Choose wallpapers that not only complement the color scheme of your room but also goes well with the patterns.
Family photos
Create a picturesque wall gallery with your family photos. If you have a plain wall and are not a fan of wallpapers, try creating an aesthetic set of arrangement with your pictures.
Slipcovers for chairs
Slipcovers for chairs are an easy way of keeping the chairs clean. You can even have a few different designs according to the occasions and switch things up to bring innovation.
Warm lighting
Warm gold lights in your dining room can be put to mimic the effect of candlelight. Even if that’s not your goal, warm lighting will make your simple décor items look even more elegant.
Follow a theme
To make your dining room look updated, try sticking to a theme. Don’t try to pair up your antique decor items with your modern minimalistic furniture. Choose a theme and a color scheme, along with that, try matching patterns as well.
Display cupboard
A display cupboard can be another excellent way to cover a boring wall and display your fancy crockery or other décor pieces.
Storage shelves
Storage shelves can be installed on the wall in creative patterns and are an amazing way of storing things.
Additional chairs
If you have an empty corner or some extra space, try putting some extra chairs with a small table. Place a high back armchair by the wall.
Window seat
If you want to add a touch of coziness, you can have a window seat with some cushions.
Cabinet
It isn’t very nice when you have to run to the kitchen for some extra crockery, so can place extra supplies in a cabinet. If you have an antique vibe going on, you can have an antique cabinet on your wall for extra decoration.
Clock
Clocks are one of the must-haves for your dining room. A big fancy wooden clock would really brighten up a plain wall. You can have a tall case clock if you need to fill empty space.
Drapes
If you want to make your dining room look luxurious or grand, you can go for some heavy drapes. If your room has a minimalistic theme, try going for a light fabric curtain with light colors.
Carpet
Carpeted floors also make the room look a bit more on the grand side. It can be an important thing to tie together the furniture.
Display items
If you have shelves or cupboard, its an amazing place to put your display items. Antique crockery can look stunning in your room.
Minimalistic
The modern themes are more on the minimalistic styles. If you want your dining room to look modern, try going for sleek furniture, a pleasant color scheme, and plants. Displaying abstract painting like acrylic pours or simple sketches on a plain wall. Going for geometrically patterned décor pieces, small tables or lights to give your room a modern look.
Centerpiece
While you’re not using the dining table, a centerpiece that also serves as a decorative arrangement is highly applicable. If it will not be in use, place some fresh flowers, a small pant or a chic bowl. It can serve as a beautiful placement for candles.
