Give Your Home a Makeover with the Latest Trend

Did you know that rattan is back? In the 1970s, it was all the rage. You could see it in almost every home and garden.

Rattan is a natural material that comes from the tropics of Asia, Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. Rattan cane is durable and lightweight, which makes it popular with furniture designers. It also makes great bedroom furniture. Its color and texture blend easily with other types of materials and textiles.

You don’t have to have all your furniture made of rattan. You can pick out statement pieces to add the wow factor. Here are some furniture ideas to consider:

The Lounge

A rattan chair in the lounge can add a touch of style. You can pick up a French Provencal chair to give your lounge a sophisticated look, or you can go for a modern Scandinavian style. A nicely rounded chair with a big, fat cushion is a lovely place to curl up with a book.

The Dining Room

A rattan table and chairs can look very attractive in a dining room. You can choose a glass-topped table to create an appearance of space. Chairs can be high-backed for comfort, with or without arms.

The Conservatory

Surround yourself with plants and add a comfortable rattan sofa. You’ve just created a tropical scene that will be great to chill out in, summer or winter.

Kid’s Rooms

Need somewhere to store the kids’ toys? A rattan baul is great for storage. It can also be used as a treasure chest or dressing-up box—perfect for imaginative toddlers.

The Bedroom

Rattan headboards can be plain block designs or incredibly intricate. They add interest to a bed and can help create a classic or modern bedroom style. Rattan is also a strong material, which makes it ideal for a headboard.

The Hall

Put some character into your hall by adding rattan lighting. Pendant lights come in all shapes and sizes. You can get beautifully curved designs in earthy colors. They also make great lampshades or bases for hall table lamps.

The Garden

Rattan garden furniture is attractive but durable, making it great for outdoors. Buy a matching set of chairs and a table, or be different and pick out mismatched furniture to create color and interest. A great excuse to have friends round for a barbecue.