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How to distinguish vintage from junk: experts named 4 main signs
17.05.2023 15:05
In a nutshell, vintage is well-preserved old stuff. These are household items that don't quite reach the level of antiques, but they're not exactly junk either.
However, when deciding to decorate the interior in something similar, many forget about clear boundaries and fill the room with whatever comes to hand.
Let's try to figure out where the line is that separates vintage from junk.
1. Epoch
Experts advise paying attention to furniture from the 50s-70s of the last century. This could be furniture on high and thin legs, as well as rectangular armchairs or sofas.
2. Color
It is advisable to stick to soft color solutions such as light green and pale blue, brown, ocher. You need to be careful with saturated colors - there is a high risk of making the interior visually "heavy".
3. Materials
It is definitely not plastic, chipboard or MDF. Even if it is a yellowed and cracked varnish, but wooden surface, it definitely deserves attention. Wood is easy to restore.
4. Accents
It is impossible to organize an exhibition dedicated to the everyday life of Soviet citizens. Rare items look great in a room decorated in neoclassical, loft or Scandinavian style.
They help to accentuate attention. Better 2-3 such things, but really effective.
And lastly, you need to try to control yourself, otherwise a stylish room can turn into a "grandmother's" room.
