Dark-stained furniture is a thing that never goes out of style and brings sophistication to any space. Still, dark-stained pieces can be difficult to integrate into more colorful or contemporary interiors, and you will have to balance such furniture and avoid any outdated looks while decorating. How to incorporate those chic pieces or cool vintage finds with style? Here are some ideas.
Balance Dark-Stained Furniture With Dark colors
Instead of trying to balance a deep stain with light, airy colors, embrace a moody palette of saturated paint colors. In a bedroom, try setting off dark cherry wood furniture with graphite grey walls to create a cozy, cocoon-like space. Accessorize with small doses of white to avoid an overly gloomy look.
A beautiful vintage home office space with a large heavy stained desk, a grey chair, some potted plants and large books.
A black kitchen with a kitchen island, a dark-stained dining table and brown leather chairs, a vintage chandelier.
A bold dining zone with a view, a dark stained dining table and chairs, a whitewashed bench and a light-stained floor.
A bright mid-century modern bathroom with a green wall and a green mosaic tile floor, a dark stained vanity, gold fixtures and white appliances.
A farmhouse home office with a large storage unit and a black desk. The grey chair and chandelier provide a chic touch. The boho rug adds a cozy and stylish finish.
A chic and refined bathroom with a dark-stained vanity, a mirror, some sconces and a vintage chair, a wall mirror.
Achieve a chic farmhouse look with a wooden buffet and dark stained dining set, complemented by a metal lamp and abundant greenery. This combination adds a fresh and inviting feel to your dining area.
A chic modern farmhouse kitchen with a light-stained floor, dark wooden beams and a kitchen island that dominate over the space.
A chic open layout with a dark-stained cabinet, a dark-stained dining table, white seating furniture and industrial lamps.
Style Dark-Stained Furniture With Vintage Items
Surround a salvaged wood dining table with mid-century modern chairs, or display collected dishware inside an heirloom hutch. Feel free to mix wood furniture from various eras or in different styles; the aged appearance will tie an assortment of pieces together.
A chic vintage home office with a rich-stained desk, a green chair and a taupe one, a chic chandelier and a printed rug.
A contemporary outdoor space with a couple of egg-shaped rattan chairs, a fire pit and some greenery around.
A contemporary Scandi kitchen with a white tile backsplash, dark-stained countertops, a herringbone wooden floor, a light-stained table, dark-stained chairs and a black chair.
A contrasting kitchen with white and dark-stained shaker style cabinets, white stone countertops and a white mother-of-pearl chevron backsplash.
A dark-stained bathroom vanity with multiple drawers, an oval mirror and sconces is a cool idea to add a refined touch to the space.
A dark-stained credenza with some decor and a gallery wall will add chic to any space.
A dark-stained kitchen with shaker cabinets, grey stone countertops, a white subway tile backsplash and a chic pendant lamp.
A dramatic bathroom with a large dark-stained vanity with a mirror in a gilded frame, a white stone countertop and gold touches.
A fab vintage home office with vintage artwork, a dark-stained bureau desk and a black chair, printed curtains and a rug plus some blooms.
Mix Wood Furniture In A Variety Of Tones
If you’re not sure what color to pair with wood furniture, other wood tones are generally a safe bet. Wood finishes often feature undertones that appear yellow, orange, red, blue-gray, or dark brown. Decorate with mixed wood furniture by choosing additional accent pieces that have a similar undertone, even if the finish is much lighter or darker. Tie the scheme together with neutral paint colors and natural materials.
A farmhouse meets boho space with a rich-stained floor, dark-stained furniture and some boho textiles and artwork.
A French country dining space with a non-working fireplace, a long stained table and mismatching chairs, a crystal chandelier.
The ridged curved kitchen island stands out in this lovely Scandinavian kitchen with dove grey cabinets and a matte black backsplash. Pendant lamps overhead add functional lighting, enhancing the modern aesthetic. Use unique island designs to add character to your kitchen.
A minimalist and refined home office with a black built-in shelving unit, a sculptural oval desk of rich stained wood, a bold chandelier.
A minimalist home office with matte black walls and built-in shelves, a black desk and comfortable chairs.
Sleek cabinets give this minimalist white kitchen a clean look, complemented by a fluted curved kitchen island. Tall stools offer comfortable seating, and cool lamps add modern flair. Opt for tall stools to create a functional and stylish kitchen seating area.
A modern boho bathroom with a dark-stained vanity and a sink, a black clawfoot tub and a printed tile floor.
A modern farmhouse bathroom with a double dark-stained vanity with gold fixtures and gold handles, mirrors and gold sconces over them.
A chic modern farmhouse office featuring soot cabinetry and a dark-stained desk. A gold chandelier and a potted plant add elegance and freshness. This design perfectly combines modern and rustic elements.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a white subway tile backsplash, a dark-stained kitchen island and pendant lamps.
A neutral bathing space with creamy and black stacked tiles and gold fixtures is amazing and cool.
A neutral bathroom with dark-stained vanities, a bathtub clad with tiles, vintage fixtures and a dark-stained stool.
Accent Dark Stained Furniture With Color
Incorporate colorful accessories to showcase your personality when decorating with wood furniture. Lay a brightly patterned runner across a wood dresser or table. Opt for bold bedding or wall art in a bedroom outfitted with wood furniture. Table lamps, vases, and planters in a rainbow of colors can also help cheer up dark wood furniture. Again, look to the wood’s undertone to guide your color decisions.
A neutral farmhouse dining area spruced up with a bright gallery wall, with a stained table and bench plus white metal chairs.
A neutral kitchen with white shaker cabinets, a stone backsplash and open shelves, a dark-stained kitchen island with a stone countertop.
A quirky bathroom clad with aqua and grey stacked tiles and terazzo floor, a stained vanity and potted greenery.
A refined bedorom with a navy upholstered bed and printed bedding, a dark-stained nightstand and gold touches.
A refined contemporary bedroom clad with dark-stained wood, with a low bed, a nightstand, a table lamp and a branch with an owl as decor.
A refined dining room with an oval dark-stained table, black woven chairs, potted greenery and a vintage chandelier.
A refined neutral bathroom with a dark-stained vanity, a white stone countertop, mirrors in gilded frames and neutral sconces.
A refined vintage dark-stained console table with artwork, books and vases, a large mirror and a potted tree next to it.
A refined vintage home office with black walls and creamy paneling, a dark-stained desk, a creamy chair and coffee tables.
A Scandinavian dining room with dark-stained furniture, a brown leather sofa, a cowhide rug and a pendant lamp.
A small dark-stained nightstand will create a bold contrast in a neutral bedroom, it will add chic.
A sophisticated dark-stained vanity with gold knobs, a vintage mirror and sconces create a very elegant and somewhat dramatic look.
A sophisticated living room with a fireplace clad with black stone, a dark-stained storage unit and a matching chair, a coffee table and a pendant lamp.
A sophisticated living room with grey paneled walls, a brown sofa, a dark-stained table and bold artwork.
A sophisticated neutral bedroom with creamy bedding, a vintage dark-stained nightstand, some decor and a chair.
A stylish kitchen with dark-stained cabinets and a large kitchen island, woven pendant lamps and greenery is amazing.
A vintage bathroom done with striped wallpaper, a dark-stained vanity, a gallerywall and a mirror in a stained frame, a couple of vintage sconces.
An elegant and chic masculine home office with a wooden desk and a stool, a built-in bookcase and much natural ligjt.
An elegant home office with graphite grey built-in shelves, a dark-stained desk and some decor plus a chic chandelier.
An ethereal mid-century modern bathroom features a blend of white penny and subway tiles, creating a clean and timeless look. An elegant oval tub invites relaxation and serves as the focal point. A floating vanity adds a sleek, modern touch, while a wooden stool brings warmth and natural texture to the space. The combination of these elements creates a serene and stylish bathroom.
An exquisite modern dining space with a dark-stained reclaimed table and black chairs, a pendant lamp and some blooms.
An exquisite vintage working nook with grey walls, a vintage dark-stained bureau and a mauve chair, mauve curtains and a gallery wall.
An eye-catchy dark-stained geometric home bar is a cool and catchy idea that always works.
An eye-catchy kitchen with dark-stained and creamy shaker cabinets, white stone countertops, a dark table and dark-stained chairs.
An eye-catchy kitchen with white cabinets, a bold green subway tile backsplash, open shelves, a dark-stained kitchen island and stools.
An ultra-minimal living room with a dark stained storage unit, a grey sofa, a black table and a statement artwork.