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All About Western Mirrors

Mirrors are known for making small spaces seem larger than they really are. This is because it seems as if the reflection in the mirror gives you the feeling of more room in any room. You will find that knowing all about western mirrors will help in the long run.

The old west may be gone but the love of the style certainly isn't. In fact the western dcor is more popular now than ever before. Perhaps it's the down to earth appeal. Don't forget to add western mirrors to your western dcor.

Here are some tips to achieve that western dcor.

1. Color Scheme

You need to choose colors that have a western feel. Colors like black, gray, sugar, honey accented with dark greens, reds, and blues. Think earth, forest, and rivers. You can paint in light shades and then use the darker shades for accents.

You can also do a feature wall if your room is big enough. Dark colors make a room look smaller so be careful in a small room. The lighter the color the bigger the room will look.

2. Dcor

Choose decorations that have a western tone - cacti, animals, mountains, rivers, streams, forests, woods, and Native American.

Pictures, plants, statues, taxidermy, and figurines are all great additions to a western dcor. Pottery done with a southwestern flare can add a nice dramatic effect to the room.

Get real creative and find an old saddle or turn a pair of cowboy boots into planters. Or how about a wagon wheel table? Let your imagination run wild.

3. Fabrics

Choose materials like leathers or suede's. Aged leather is much better than new. Think shabby chic, gently worn.

4. Furniture

Furniture should be comfortably worn. Cracked or chipped works great. Think comfortable and cozy. The wild west was long ago and your furniture should feel like it has traveled through time....

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