Metallic Home Décor Shines On
Let furniture and accessories reflect on your personality with a dash of silver, chrome or gold
I'm a freelance writer and design enthusiast who believes the best design is collected, not decorated, and that homes should always be as comfortable and functional as they are chic. In addition to writing for Houzz, I work as the Head Copywriter for Layla Grayce and Zinc Door.
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Metallics have been a hot-ticket item in décor for a while, and they’re still trending as high as ever. Plus, there are several ways to introduce them to a space, whether it’s through accessories or more permanent options, like a backsplash. Read on for a variety of ideas to make metallics a reality in your space.
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| A metallic-tile backsplash is sure to infuse your kitchen with a touch of glam. This is a great idea for small kitchens, as the reflective surface of the metallic lends a sense of spaciousness. |
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For a grittier look, consider an aluminum checker-plate backsplash. The pops of magenta take on an edgy appeal in the presence of this industrial accent.
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In the market for a shower upgrade? Consider choosing corrugated steel for your shower surround. The material is unexpected yet sophisticated, especially within a contemporary setting.
With elements that are unusual to begin with, like metallics, you can make them even more interesting by adding them in surprising places. Think about finishing your cabinetry or the perimeter of your kitchen island in metal.
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If you’ve been clamoring for a new headboard but can’t find anything within your budget, consider one made from metal. Search a local junkyard for a scrap large enough for your bed and cut it into whatever design you wish. Voilà! A new headboard unlike any other, and at a very affordable cost.
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| Wainscoting can provide a room with an entirely different presence, and when it’s finished in metal, it’s incomparable. This designer nailed corrugated metal to the wall and finished it with matching wood trim; with enough know-how, you can easily complete this as a weekend DIY project. |
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Make a serious statement by finishing your fireplace with a metal surround. This particular fireplace seems to be finished in copper sheeting, a pricey but sophisticated option.
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Finishing inset bookshelves in metal is another great idea. The reflective surface will provide dimension to knickknacks plus make the bookshelf itself appear larger.
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If you have an open layout, achieve a sense of separation with metal dividers. They will help to define areas while offering a dramatic edge.
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A more budget-conscious way of introducing metallics is through wallpaper. Find one with an expressive sheen to make your space come alive.
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| Or repaint a piece of furniture with shimmery paint. This chest from Horchow complements the chic space. |
Here’s an idea you could potentially achieve for a dime, if you look in the right places: metal stools as dining chairs. Search them out at flea markets or antiques shops; you might even find them discarded at the end of someone’s driveway. They’re totally unexpected, especially in a more modern setting, rounding out the look in an eclectic fashion.
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| Don’t forget accessories; they offer all sorts of options for sneaking in metallics. Look for large wall pieces or even small knickknacks. No matter what your budget is, you’re bound to find something that will fit the bill. |
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Need organizing help? Add a few metal baskets to your space. Fill mudroom shelves with them to corral wayward sports equipment or snow gear, or stick a single basket by your armchair to hold magazines. When you manage to marry a design aesthetic with functionality, you know you’ve truly scored.
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Rough Linen Love all the galvanised iron - but you wouldn't want to grab that headboard in a fit of passion...
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Becky Harris I love the range of materials you found here - from super polished and glam down to good old galvanized tin!
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CAROLE MEYER Great post with some wonderful ideas.
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Danenberg Design Love the metallic or shiny look in certain projects. Of course, it doesn't always have to come from metal. It could come stainless backsplash tiles or from dichroic glass on a backsplash, or..... 
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Amy Renea That HEADBOARD is fabulous!! The backsplashes make me swoon too...what a fun collection!
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Ceres Lareno Metalic back splash is gorgeous, thinking of replacing mine.
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Julie Earnest I am using copper tiles around my fireplace (1 1/2 " x 4" ) and echoing smaller versions of those tiles (1 " x 1") randomly scattered throughout my glass tile backsplash. The backs of my lights are also made of copper (Hubbardton Forge). Should be done soon - no photos quite yet!
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Sonja Dieterichs The metallic trend was my main inspiration for my remodel; I used it extensively in our first floor remodel. Kitchen- one feature wall with gold/silver/copper/oyster iridescent metallic glass tile, metallic gold damask wallpaper for the built-in desk wall, Ralph Lauren metallic paint in a dark gold on the ceiling plaque; Dining- hot pink and silver metallic damask wallpaper with a RL silver paint on the ceiling; Living room- silver metallic paint on coffered ceiling and 2 wall plaques with hardwired wall sconces. 
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igotideaz Like the corrugated headboard!
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