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Guest Picks: Faux Bois
Go for the grain with one of these 20 wood-inspired home accessories
Faux bois (pronounced "foe bwah") is a French term meaning "fake wood." It is a material or finish that appears to be made of wood but isn't. Faux bois has been pretty big on the design scene for a couple of years now, and it is a trend that shows no signs of waning anytime soon. Here are 20 faux bois accessories that will bring a modern touch of nature to your home. — Beth from The Modern Home
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I like the design of this ecofriendly light so much that I could design a rustic-themed nursery around this one piece. The light is made from 100-percent recycled plastics and water-based inks, so you can feel good about your purchase.
by Bobby Berk Home
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The Stump Storage Box is a stylish workhorse. It provides convenient storage for blankets or clutter and serves as a side table or even a coffee table if used in multiples. I also like the Stump Table from this same series, which includes a notch cut out in the bench. I appreciate clever details like that in design.
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These sheer curtains from West Elm offer a very subtle, burnout faux bois pattern.
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Add a touch of nature to your bathroom with faux bois soaps from Gianna Rose Atelier. These modern and stylish soaps have the delicious fragrance of grapefruit, clementine or green tea.
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| Get your pets in on the design action. The Life of Ryley Faux Bois Ceramic Cat Bowl works for cats and smaller dogs while adding a little wooded whimsy to your decor. |
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These woodgrain printed napkins are made from eco-friendly flax linen and printed with water-based inks. Simple faux bois patterns like this remind me of topographic maps.
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Faux bois doesn't always have to look natural. Have fun with it! This Stump Douglas Fir Stool comes in a variety of fun colors.
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Here is another example of fun faux bois. The vivid blue color adds a jolt to contemporary decor.
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Another colorful take on faux bois is this pillow from Cushlab that is offered in several shapes, sizes and color combinations.
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A couple of chocolate, wood-grain toss pillows from Target would work well in the rustic-themed nursery design I mentioned earlier.
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I just want to curl up on this rug and take a nap! Have you ever seen anything as cushy as this? This 100-percent wool rug is created by stitching a grain pattern in place, and then hand stuffing it with Russian army blankets.
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Cuddle up in this soft and cozy lambswool throw. There is plenty of room for two, or you can keep it all to yourself.
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This is such an adorable little baby blanket! It would make a great shower gift for any stylish mama.
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Cute and colorful with an appealing woodgrain pattern, this melamine coaster set from Thomas Paul was inspired by Portland, one of the greenest cities in the United States.
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Here is another Thomas Paul design. The birch grain is screenprinted by hand, which means that no two pillows are exactly alike.
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If you are at all crafty, pick up some faux bois fabric and whip up something custom for your home. My favorite pattern is this one from Joel Dewberry. There are a wide variety of colors, but most of them are out of print, so you may need to do a little digging to find the color you're looking for.
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This bowl is probably not in most people's budgets, but it does have a lovely organic shape to it.
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| Add a woodsy touch to your table setting with this white dish collection from Branca. Other serving pieces are available from the same line. |
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These woodgrain towels are another item on my wish list. Made of 100-percent organic cotton, they would add comfort and style to the bath.
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Gold is very in right now. Add the Midas touch to your decor with a gold log stool. As a bonus, it's suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
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Ideabook published on March 14, 2012.
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