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Let’s bring nature into our homes with attractive wooden decorations. In our collection of the 56 best wood decor ideas for your home, you will be amazed by the variety of looks and wood materials – from raw wood, reclaimed wood, reclaimed wood pieces to pallet slats, logs and slices.
The aesthetics of the wooden structure are irreplaceable and are enough to add warmth and coziness to your home.
The best thing about wood is that it is a material that you can easily work with. So if you feel inspired and loved any of the ideas presented here, get ready for your DIY wood decor project.
1. Corner bookshelf idea
This artistic bookshelf idea will instantly add a natural aesthetic and unique warmth to your living room.
Check out the detailed tutorial below to make it yourself in under 2 days!
2. Wooden panels for family photos
If you want to draw attention to the special souvenir photos in the hallway, hang them on rustic boards.
Recycled boards or scrap wood are best suited for this idea, as they stand out due to their weathered structure.
3. Corner Christmas tree
This alternative to the traditional Christmas tree is perfect for small spaces or for places in your home that need seasonal decoration.
The tree was made from wooden planks that were cut to the dimensions that make the raised pine tree. There is no need to decorate the tree as the built-in lights give the tree the Christmas magic it needs.
4. Upgrade the mirror frame
Any plain mirror can be given a unique rustic boho look by covering the frame with wooden slices.
The combination of the smooth mirror surface and natural wood creates a modern, rustic design that will complement any existing interior.
5. Framed letter art
For this wood craft, you will need wooden slats and a frame to fit them into. The distinction between the initial and background is made by the alignment of the stain and wood slats.
The final look of this first piece of art is perfect for adding character to a display of family photos.
6. Wooden signs made from logs
This wooden sign idea will make the front door more attractive and inviting. The best part is that this wood craft is easy, fun and doesn’t require any money.
Simply paint the center of the tree trunk with black chalkboard paint, let it dry, and write a welcome word on it.
7. Pallet wood centerpiece
Update the look and feel of your living room with a new nature-inspired focal point. Two pallet wooden slats or two scrap wood boards are sufficient for the base.
For a universal and bright look, paint the wood white and then sand the areas with sandpaper.
You can place clear glass vases with seasonal flowers on the base or opt for an evergreen arrangement such as candles combined with pebbles or river stones.
8. Framed nature decoration idea
Crafts made from branches have become a popular rustic decoration.
You can incorporate them into a vase arrangement, build them into a shelf, or frame them to create unique wall art.
9. Storage rack made from reclaimed wood
If your home lacks a touch of character or a homely feel, wooden decorations provide a touch of coziness. This wooden decoration idea is both functional and visually appealing.
Three reclaimed beams or three pieces of sill are sturdy enough to hang on a blank piece of wall and use for storage.
10. Warehouse manager
Ladders are great for storage in any room in your home. They offer space for the blankets in the living room or the towels in the bathroom.
Be creative and use weathered painter’s tape as an additional storage unit. If you want a traditional look, smooth the wood surface and apply a coat of stain.
11. Meaningful wooden decoration
Hang a poetic quote from a Shakespeare poem in the master bedroom to emphasize the importance of love for your couple.
The Old English words and the evergreen truth behind this verse find a place on a piece of wood. The white letters and curved font emphasize the tenderness and romance of the quote.
12. Rustic lampshade
This reading lamp combines rustic and modern in one. The minimalist shape of the base is continued by a bamboo lampshade.
13. Upcycled bean bag
Transform a bean bag into an original, authentic wall decoration. To stretch it so that the inscriptions are visible, add two wooden slats to the ends.
Hang it on a wall to add to the farmhouse feel in the room.
14. Give the wood a floral motif
The decoupage technique is a simple and beautiful way to add a shabby chic flair to a wooden decoration.
When choosing the paper for the decoupage technique, match the background color of the sheet to the base color of the wood to create a unified overall look and give the paper an impregnated effect.
15. Vase decoration made of wooden slats
Any existing piece can be given a rustic look with appropriate wooden decoration. For example, a plain glass vase gets a bold new look by surrounding it with leftover pieces of wood.
Tie them together with a piece of rope and finish with a bow.
16. Barnwood mirror
Do you still have some barn wood planks in the back yard? Use this to transform a head-to-toe mirror into the star of your home!
And although such a mirror can be very expensive in stores, it will not cost you anything to make.
The transformation is accomplished simply by adding a frame of weathered rustic beams to an existing mirror. Without any remodeling of the room, you would enjoy a rustic accent wall.
17. Chevron pattern plaques
Wood slat plaques add amazing texture and character to a blank wall that lacks a personal touch.
The wooden slats are arranged in a chevron pattern that adds additional interest. The plaques are housed in black metal frames that match the industrial side table beneath the wall art.
18. Magazine holder
The old-fashioned magazine racks seem to have long since disappeared into the history of interior design, and that’s a shame because they’re so helpful.
If you have an old magazine rack stored in your garage or found one at the thrift store, don’t miss this magazine rack restoration idea.
The fresh coat of turquoise paint brings it to life and makes it an eye-catcher.
19. White wooden lanterns
One of the easy and inexpensive decorating ideas to add a touch of warmth and coziness to an indoor or outdoor space is to use candles or lanterns or both.
She combines this idea in a creamy white painted wooden element that fits any existing decor. Insert an LED candle and use it as an additional light source at night or just as a modern, rustic piece.
20. Turn reclaimed wood into a farmhouse sign
Wooden signs are great for adding personal touch and character to a room.
This wooden decoration idea is intended to give more than just an authentic farmhouse look. The aim is also to send an important message to the family with a simple word.
21. Votive candle holders
What a beautiful rustic piece for displaying votive candles! The combination of solid wood and horseshoe makes the piece perfect for a log cabin or wooden mantel.
22. Barn Wood Quilt Display
This is an interesting way to decorate a home with quilts. Stretch the piece onto a wooden base made from pieces of barn wood.
Paint the wood a color that matches and highlights the color pattern of the quilt.
23. Paint a wooden board
This wooden decoration idea is ideal for the warmer season. The flower sign is hand painted.
Hang it on the porch or place it on the fireplace wall to prepare your home for the summer mood and the lush surrounding nature.
24. Blackboard and wooden sign
Such a shield design is an indispensable wooden decoration. Firstly, it adds so much texture with the dark stain of the wood and the dramatic black panel area.
Second, it can be customized to your liking – use it in the kitchen for a statement at the farmers market. In the living room you can write a valuable statement for your family. Why not place it in the entrance area or on the front door with your family name written on it?
25. Painted wall sign
Two pieces of wood, a bit of nature and a pinch of personality make up this wonderful piece of wall decoration. The tobacco basket is painted white and serves as a structured base.
A delicate wreath surrounds it and provides a touch of natural color. At the top of the basket there is a personalized sign in the center to praise those we care about.
The predominant white color gives this piece of art a modern farmhouse look that adds a lot of warmth and coziness to the interior ambience.
26. Live Edge Room Divider
If you don’t know the story behind this project, you would think that it is a huge piece of a tree. Well, actually the final live edge look is achieved by joining the planks together.
Finding the perfect match takes some time and effort. The end result is a beautiful sliding door that can replace any standard interior door.
The rough edges and untreated surface make the door a bold statement that brings nature into your home.
27. Driftwood tea candle display
Driftwood is another natural state of wood that can be successfully used in home interior design.
It can be placed on a flat surface in its original appearance or enhanced with power tools to serve as a candle holder.
28. Table from minutes
This is an interesting idea of furniture inspired by nature. A log with a depression in the middle is converted into a table by attaching a square piece of glass to it.
The LED lamp attached to the bottom creates a beautiful night accent on the table.
29. Corner bookshelf with log and plywood
This nature-inspired bookcase is great for small spaces and is sure to not only provide additional storage space but also a unique nature-inspired accent to the room.
30. Tall mirror made from recycled wood
Reclaimed wood is ideal for wood crafts. It’s free and has a unique texture.
When added to a tall mirror, the reclaimed wood instantly adds country flair to the room where the mirror is displayed.
31. Birch wood shelf
Place a small bookshelf in the corner of your reading nook. The materials used are untreated pieces of wood that give the shelf a wild, natural look.
Birch trunks serve as supports and longitudinal logs serve as shelves.
32. Vase in a wooden disc
Isn’t this arrangement wonderful? The wooden decoration idea is a wooden disc with a depression in the middle through which the glass insert with a bouquet of fresh flowers is visible.
The vase is great for adding a pop of color to a log cabin accent wall or a home with more rustic accents.
33. Entrance coat rack with wooden discs
Similar to wood slice mirror frames, any flat piece can be decorated with these authentic and textured wood pieces.
All you need is a base to stick the discs on.
34. Nautical farmhouse lamp
This handcrafted lamp combines nautical and country style in a unique piece suitable for modern living room or bedroom decoration.
The thick rope anchors the marine theme to the natural piece of tree branch secured to a square board.
35. Letter art with sticks
A simple DIY wooden decoration reveals the secrets of creating a large initial with sticks. You will need lots of twig pieces that need to be layered to cover the cardboard base.
When you are happy with the thickness of the bar letter, trim the ends to shape it perfectly.
36. Discs converted into coasters
Smooth the surface of a wooden slice to use as a drink coaster.
There is a possibility of resin stains when using untreated wood on any other surface. Therefore, it is best to apply a coat of transparent stain or a dark color if the table you are using it on is a light color.
37. Driftwood lamp
This lighting idea is perfect as a kitchen light source when placed directly above the kitchen island.
It consists of a long piece of driftwood with many exposed flower bulbs dangling from ropes.
This wooden decoration fits perfectly into a traditional interior, farmhouse or marine theme.
38. A chandelier made from a tree branch
If you have such a lamp, you don’t have to decorate the rest of the room at all! The branch’s strong branches provide a playful natural accent.
The power cables with exposed bulbs wrap around the branches, highlighting the authentic piece of nature converted into a light fixture.
39. Live Edge Wooden Desk
The live edge furniture is very popular in minimalist and modern homes. The uneven edges and vibrant texture of the cut slice add texture and color to the neutral setting.
As you can see from this desk idea, the live edge is usually combined with metal supports that harmonize with the surrounding interior design.
40. A mirror enclosed by a trunk disk
This mirror consists of two pieces of wood that run on either side of a tall mirror. This creates the illusion of a floating mirror. Its smooth and reflective surface emphasizes the rough and untouched rustic look of the wood.
Such an elegant mirror is ideal as a focal point in the living room above the sofa or in a boho or modern bedroom when leaned against the wall opposite the door.
41. Rolling coffee table with logs
This compact coffee table can be moved anywhere in the room thanks to the casters screwed to the base.
Numerous birch logs are cut at the same height to shape the table itself and create a dimensional structure of the sides as well as a useful flat table top.
42. Wooden votive candle holder
For this decoration idea, you can use existing tree trunks or look for suitable pieces in the forest. To insert the votive candles into the logs, you need to hollow out the top part with a power tool.
Arrange the candle holders together to create an enchanting light display with a natural look.
43. Wood panel clock
This watch is functional and unique. It features a wooden base covered with numerous wooden panels that have been left in their original blonde color.
The lack of numbers and the clear design make this piece universal for every interior style.
44. Side table made from a tree trunk
With this wooden decoration idea we offer you to bring wood into your home in its natural state and shape.
Take a thicker piece of wood, coat it with a clear stain, and attach hairpin legs or simple metal legs to one of its sides. You’ll be enjoying your charming handcrafted side table in no time.
45. Rustic sink
Who would have thought that a piece of chest, a stain and suitable fittings could create a unique bathroom vanity top?
The stunning table top is made from oak, known for its robustness. The metal chains used for rigid attachment contrast with the warmth of the wood and together create a modern, rustic focal point.
46. Mimic a live-edge headboard
Pieces made from living wood are quite expensive and difficult to find. Additionally, they might be too heavy for some home decor ideas.
This has led to alternative materials and methods that mimic the authentic live edge texture.
The DIYers used a sheet of plywood for this headboard. The curves are achieved with a jigsaw and the natural wood surface with two stain colors.
47. Shelving unit for the entrance area
This small wooden decoration idea is the perfect size for an entrance decoration. It adds tons of character with its wooden structure and functionality, offering three flat surfaces for attractive decoration.
48. Birch wood table
This design idea takes advantage of the natural shape of a fallen tree trunk. In order to make the wood more comfortable to live in, the bark was removed.
Both sides get the perfect straight cut. One of them is used to attach the table to the floor, the other is used to display metal decorations.
49. Rustic Centerpiece
This is another simple and beautiful wooden home decoration idea. It acts as a table decoration in the form of a long box.
50. Bookshelves made from logs
This idea is aimed at woodworkers who can carve from tree trunks. The shelves are cut directly into the tree trunks. All surfaces are sanded smooth to ensure safe use in the home environment.
The shelves can be used to store decorations such as candles or small figurines or as bookshelves.
51. Vase on a plate
Choose a piece of wood from the forest and turn it into a stand for a glass vase.
Do not treat the wood at all. Its weathered look and untreated texture give the mural an artistic effect.
52. Live Edge Kitchen Shelves
The kitchen shelves made of live edged wood create a versatile and intense interior accent.
The curved edges emphasize the rustic charm of the wood and are perfect for displaying handmade ceramics.
53. Picture frames made from sticks
Any existing picture frame can be transformed into a rustic wooden decoration using sticks. For this idea you will need dry twigs, a picture frame, a hot glue gun and embellishments.
In this case, moss and artificial flowers are used, which harmonize with the natural look of the frame.
54. DIY crate wall
This storage unit is so beautiful and practical. The boxes are positioned vertically along the entire wall and screwed to the base of the wall surface to create an irreplaceable storage unit.
A gap is left in the middle of the wall to ensure that the room does not look cluttered and to add an elegant decorative element.
55. Love shelf
This is a great DIY wood decor idea for which you will need three or four wooden planks. They are cut into pieces that eventually form the word “LOVE”.
Each horizontal plank acts as a tiny display for decor accents. The Love shelf is compact, so you can easily find a place for it in the entrance area or bedroom.
56. DIY rustic mantel
At first glance you might think that this mantel is made from a solid piece of wood, but in reality it gives the illusion of it.
To replicate the finish, you’ll need to get knotted pine boards and stain them well into the carvings.
