Wrought Iron Wall Décor

No home is complete without a piece of wrought iron wall décor. Whether your taste is Americana, French Country, Southwest, or Gothic, you can incorporate wrought iron into your interior. Wrought iron fixtures such as candelabras can add drama, light and ambience to a room. This metal has the ability to transform your home from average to unique. It can take a basic design and infuse a distinct style and personality.

No matter what your decorating preferences, it is easy to work with wrought iron wall décor. Every room in your home should have a mixture of textures and colors. This variety is what transforms an ordinary interior into a beautiful one. Wrought iron can be a simple way to add that visual interest.

• Wrought iron sconces work well in almost any room in the house. In a dining room or living room, use non-electric candleholders in place of sconces. If you have sufficient light from other fixtures, candles give the room a cozy feeling. In a kitchen, put small shades over the bulbs on the sconces to give the iron a homey, rustic look.

• Wall brackets are another easy way to incorporate wrought iron wall décor in your home. Whether you live in new construction or an old home with beautiful moldings, iron wall brackets can add a layer of architectural interest. Hang them in doorways as decorations, or pair them with wood to make a simple, functional bookshelf or display.

• Framed mirrors add visual interest in any room. The glass surface mixes with the metal frame and lets natural light reflect and play in your home. Hang four, square mirrors together to create a focal point or mix a wrought iron mirror with a resin mirror to make a room feel more expansive. Instead of a traditional oil painting over a fireplace, hang an iron mirror. The metal will complement a set of fireplace tools placed strategically on the hearth. Finally, a wood and iron pub mirror can be a simple decoration in a den or a convenient place for hats and coats in an entryway.

• Iron wall grilles are a fabulous addition to a room. You can find inexpensive antique grills at salvage shops, flea markets and antique stores. If your tastes tend toward the artistic or eclectic, then look for a grill that is beaten up and rusted. It may look old and worn when you find it, but it will add flair to any room. For real drama, hang an old garden gate on the wall or group several grilles together. If you prefer a less bold look, than hang a new grill on the wall. Home decorating websites like the Wrought Iron Décor Store offer beautiful grilles for reasonable prices. They come in many different sizes and shapes so they can work in any space.

Wrought iron can help create a specific look in your home depending on what you pair with it.

• Coupled with glass, wrought iron has a contemporary look and complements modern furnishings.
• Add rich fabrics like velvet, chenille and damask in dark colors for a medieval, Gothic look. Hang tapestry and stained glass on opposite walls to complete the effect.
• Mixed with knotty pine and early American antiques, wrought iron enhances an Americana design.
• If you prefer the popular French Country style, then look for wrought iron with a rooster motif. Mix in some toile fabrics and voila, you can pretend you have been magically transported to a villa in Provence.
• For a Southwestern feel, pair wrought iron with wood furniture, terracotta walls and brightly painted pottery. Use sun and moon motifs to complete the look.

No matter what your taste, add depth, texture and interest to your home with wrought iron. Wrought iron pieces can serve as focal points or accent pieces. Because they come in varied shapes and sizes, they will work almost anywhere in your home adding character and style to reflect your individual personality.

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