How to decorate my spaces with antique rattan furniture? Maison Louis Drucker is here to answer you!
What is rattan?
Rattan is a natural vine that grows in the forests of Southeast Asia. It belongs to the palm family and can reach nearly 400 meters in height in the wild. It is a highly valued material for creating different types of furniture and accessories.
Originally, rattan was used for caning luxury chairs during the reign of Louis XIV, but it became the basic material for furniture at the end of the 19th century. Nowadays, it is used in the manufacture of many pieces of furniture such as coffee tables, armchairs, and high chairs.
How to revamp old rattan furniture?
The main strength of antique rattan furniture lies in its longevity. Indeed, these pieces of furniture have stood the test of time thanks to the various properties of their material.
However, no matter how minimal, the impact of time on rattan is very often noticed in its luster. This is why it is important to apply certain tips to revive its exoticism.
Repainting antique rattan furniture
To renovate antique rattan furniture, you can, if you wish, paint it. This is a long and very meticulous operation, and the result can be very disappointing. It is much better to leave antique rattan furniture as is. Dust it thoroughly, possibly clean it with a damp sponge lightly soaked in liquid soap, such as dish soap, rinse well, and let it dry. If the furniture is very damaged and the caning is deteriorated, it should be entrusted to expert hands. Maison Louis Drucker will be able to do that for you.
Nourishing and cleaning rattan furniture
Despite their remarkable resistance,
antique rattan furniture also needs maintenance to prolong its lifespan. For this, a sponge soaked in soapy water is sufficient. Indeed, rattan does not require other substances such as baking soda or turpentine.
Restoring rattan caning
In some cases, antique rattan furniture has backrests or rattan caning links. Like other parts of the furniture, restoration techniques begin with dusting with a soft-bristled brush. Then, simply clean it with a soapy water solution.
Some antique rattan furniture
Depending on the era, several types of rattan furniture have adorned our indoor and outdoor spaces. We can mention:
- The bridge armchair with braided back;
- The high-back armchair;
- The "soleil" armchair;
- Rattan lemon furniture;
- The "marguerite" armchair;
- The hanging egg chair;
- The shell armchair;
- The "coquille" armchair;
- The Emmanuelle armchair.
Since the 1920s, rattan has been a matter of fashion and luxury. Today, rattan furniture is back in fashion and is highly sought after by lovers of classic and elegant furniture.
How to decorate my spaces with antique rattan furniture?
Even touched by the effects of time, antique rattan furniture adapts perfectly to several types of spaces, namely:
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Bedrooms: to create a cozy atmosphere in your bedrooms, you can opt for rattan lamps and armchairs, or even headboards;
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Living rooms: for spaces like living rooms, nothing beats armchairs matched with rattan tables. Thanks to this combination, you can recreate a cozy and chic atmosphere for your guests;
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Dining rooms: iconic in dining rooms, rattan chairs and stools will decorate your kitchens while creating a Parisian bistro atmosphere;
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Terraces: like living rooms and kitchens, terraces can accommodate several pieces of rattan furniture such as high chairs and armchairs. In addition, you can also decide to install rattan benches and banquettes to create a small relaxation area.
Highly prized by enthusiasts, antique rattan furniture offers many advantages in our decorations.
If you are also passionate about rattan furniture, contact the artisans of Maison Louis Drucker. We offer our customers more than a dozen models of pure rattan furniture, custom-made. Don't wait any longer and contact us!
