Raw Finishes

Forget prim and proper sleek and streamlined finishes; this season is all about raw finishes that will create visual detail and texture in your home interior. This look works extremely well in bohemian, industrial and rustic interior designs and is a hot trend that is set to take the high street by storm this summer. From accessories and fabrics to wallpapers and furniture, this finish will take centre stage in any home interior.

Raw edges and untreated finishes are a key element of this trend, reclaimed wooden furniture is a perfect choice for creating a raw finish in your home interior, opt for textured wood with no obvious stain or varnish with knocks and nicks across the surface of the wood that really gives character to the furniture items. Industrial style furniture items are also perfect for this interior look.  Opt for industrial items such as tables and bookshelves that are crafted from old caskets or barrels and feature exposed metal accents and frameworks that add to the raw rustic charm of the item. If you prefer a more feminine look then you could always select some shabby chic style painted furniture with natural work edges and rough paintwork that will look great in a classic interior design

Raw finishes can also be adopted across your soft furnishing with your curtains, cushions, rugs and upholstery. Tufted upholstery makes a great textural feature within the room and can be used to create a period style feel in your chosen interior space. This look works particularly well with velvet fabrics in deep and rich historical colour palettes. For a more bohemian style of interior design then you could select some hessian and linen cushions and curtains featuring course frayed edging, fringing and tassels that will create texture in your chosen interior setting, mohair cushions are also a great choice for creating raw texture in your home interior and will create an eye-catching feature scattered along a sofa or sleeping area.

When it come to creating raw finishes across your accessories then natural and untreated items often create the best look. Terracotta is always a great choice for a raw yet beautiful finish and can be used across your vases, ornaments and crockery to create a classic Mediterranean style feel in your home. For a great alternative to traditional wall art then why not include a bold patterned linen tapestry that will take pride of place on a main feature wall and is sure to create a rustic bohemian twist in any room. Carved natural wood sculptures are perfect for creating a cosy botanical feel in your chosen space and can be used to create zones areas of natural texture on a mantlepiece, windowsill or sideboard area.

For more ideas on creating raw finishes in your home interior, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Raw Finishes.