If you have been to a traditional Irish pub or to a watering hole inspired by an Irish pub, you would know that the place is extremely laidback and cordial. Everybody seems to know everybody and everyone are like friends sharing a good laugh over drinks and teasing conversation.
Decorating with an Irish pub theme is not difficult. You don't need gallons of beer and leprechaun figurines, unless you want to (it's actually fun to have those!). Setting the theme with the right colors, decors and materials, and you have just opened your very own Irish pub.
To begin this project, find a dark mint green to paint the walls. Do not choose to bright a hue for this it will make your room seem cool. After the walls are painted install a natural wood wainscoting over the bottom of the wall. This should go 3/4 the way up the wall. Choose a wood that appears worn to add a rustic appeal. This wood should be easily matched by flooring also.
Next, the flooring should have a natural wooden look or if not, a stone covering. This kind of floor material is what gives an Irish pub the cool effects added to the green color. The use of wood or stone is indicative of the natural materials prominent in an Irish pub design.
If you are lucky enough to have a fireplace in your dining room, cover the hearth in natural stone. A natural wood mantle is a must also. These will not only add to the theme of the room, but they will also look lovely while providing heat. If you do not have a fireplace consider adding a functional fireplace or building a faux fireplace that will open to double as a closet. While I am a fan of a functional fire place it is not an option for many. The closet however is equally beautiful and useful, without causing the havoc that may be involved when installing an actual fireplace.
Of course, what's decorating without accessories? Inserting small traditional Irish items here and there will make the dining room authentically Irish. Examples are small religious tokens like a crucifix, Celtic designs, wrought iron lighting and if you're into music, what's better than a U2 framed poster? They are perhaps the most famous Irish people in the world. Sharing meals with Bono and the gang doesn't sound bad, does it?
Perhaps on of the most important accessories you will use is an area rug. This rug will liven up the color in the room without giving a cool tone. Choose a large rug about 4 feet wider than your table and about 6 feet longer than your table. Find a leafy pattern with many hues of green and gold. This rug may also contain other various colors, but be sure to try and match most of these to other items in the room. This rug is meant not only to add color, but also to tie together any colors already present, so do not just grab for bright purple just to add color. If nothing else in the room is purple simply pick colors that are present and enhance your use of those colors.
Why not give this theme a try? For all it's worth, an Irish pub is unique, cultural and aesthetically appealing. Your family and friends don't have to travel all the way to Ireland to get a taste of an Irish pub experience.
Decorating with an Irish pub theme is not difficult. You don't need gallons of beer and leprechaun figurines, unless you want to (it's actually fun to have those!). Setting the theme with the right colors, decors and materials, and you have just opened your very own Irish pub.
To begin this project, find a dark mint green to paint the walls. Do not choose to bright a hue for this it will make your room seem cool. After the walls are painted install a natural wood wainscoting over the bottom of the wall. This should go 3/4 the way up the wall. Choose a wood that appears worn to add a rustic appeal. This wood should be easily matched by flooring also.
Next, the flooring should have a natural wooden look or if not, a stone covering. This kind of floor material is what gives an Irish pub the cool effects added to the green color. The use of wood or stone is indicative of the natural materials prominent in an Irish pub design.
If you are lucky enough to have a fireplace in your dining room, cover the hearth in natural stone. A natural wood mantle is a must also. These will not only add to the theme of the room, but they will also look lovely while providing heat. If you do not have a fireplace consider adding a functional fireplace or building a faux fireplace that will open to double as a closet. While I am a fan of a functional fire place it is not an option for many. The closet however is equally beautiful and useful, without causing the havoc that may be involved when installing an actual fireplace.
Of course, what's decorating without accessories? Inserting small traditional Irish items here and there will make the dining room authentically Irish. Examples are small religious tokens like a crucifix, Celtic designs, wrought iron lighting and if you're into music, what's better than a U2 framed poster? They are perhaps the most famous Irish people in the world. Sharing meals with Bono and the gang doesn't sound bad, does it?
Perhaps on of the most important accessories you will use is an area rug. This rug will liven up the color in the room without giving a cool tone. Choose a large rug about 4 feet wider than your table and about 6 feet longer than your table. Find a leafy pattern with many hues of green and gold. This rug may also contain other various colors, but be sure to try and match most of these to other items in the room. This rug is meant not only to add color, but also to tie together any colors already present, so do not just grab for bright purple just to add color. If nothing else in the room is purple simply pick colors that are present and enhance your use of those colors.
Why not give this theme a try? For all it's worth, an Irish pub is unique, cultural and aesthetically appealing. Your family and friends don't have to travel all the way to Ireland to get a taste of an Irish pub experience.
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