When the hassle associated with buying a wooden house is left behind, another problem arises - it needs to be finished inside. At first glance, everything is simple - finish the walls and ceiling, lay the floors and arrange the furniture. But since the house is made of timber or logs, I want to emphasize all the advantages - naturalness and natural warmth, and make it comfortable for living. To create a cozy interior of a wooden house, you need to work out several key points.
Fashionable wood: what is the reason for the popularity of the material
Wood in the interior is a symbol of comfort, calmness and tranquility. This material will never go out of fashion due to its environmental friendliness and stunning appearance. Many designers are trying to introduce it into interiors to create a feeling of unity with nature.
The popularity of wooden houses is growing rapidly. The material is good for the construction of cottages for permanent residence and comfortable summer cottages. Typically, logs or beams are used in construction. And already at the stage of choosing the material, you should think about the interior decoration and furniture. It is important that the furnishing elements emphasize the originality of the exterior.
Interior of a wooden house in one color
Peculiarities
When organizing space in a wooden building, take into account its features: building structures, floor layout or interior decoration.
The layout of the premises must take place at the construction stage so that all structures fit into the project. You need to decide whether you plan to leave the ceiling beams exposed or cover them with panels. If the ceiling has an unusual shape, think about the placement of the furniture in advance. Also during construction, place a large number of windows, as good natural light will hide many imperfections.
Choose natural materials that blend with the exterior. For a small home, the color scheme should be light and pastel. With a large area, you may prefer dark wood. To create contrast, choose one or two accent shades that will blend with your surroundings. For example, for walls finished with logs, green is suitable.
Green added with windows and doors
The space should be free, do not overload it. Provide only the essentials, and also give preference to multifunctional objects.
Placing only necessary objects
When to start interior decoration of a wooden house in a modern style
The main rule is that finishing work should begin only after the structure has completely settled. In the case of laminated veneer lumber, you will have to wait at least 3 months. If the house is made of logs, the period will increase to at least a year. It is difficult to name the exact shrinkage time - the period depends on the climatic characteristics of the region, construction conditions and moisture levels of the material. Experts recommend taking your time and waiting. If you start interior decoration too early, you may encounter unpleasant consequences in the form of material coming off the walls or warped cladding.
Advice! Periodically measure the height of the walls in your new home. If you no longer see stable dynamics of change, then the main processes of shrinkage are behind you.
The second important point is the tightness of the joints. Until you achieve it, any finish will look unattractive. Even if you decide to leave “bare” walls, still monitor the size of the gaps between the logs.
Russian flavor
Let's move on to interior styles and start with the closest and dearest direction. By definition, in an old Russian hut there cannot be anything expensive and luxurious, but here is the place for things created with all the love and knowledge of the craft: tiled wood stoves, homemade furniture and utensils, sewn or knitted tablecloths, napkins and bedspreads.
To whom: connoisseurs of traditional Russian culture, as well as masters and craftsmen of all trades.
Wall decoration in a wooden house
The impression of the design of a wooden house largely depends on the quality of the walls. If the house is made of logs, there is no need to do cladding. The wood looks great after minimal processing. Walls made of timber are most often finished. Let's figure out what materials are suitable for this purpose.
Wallpaper
Not the most popular finishing option for wooden walls, but some still choose it for certain interior styles. For example, Art Deco or Provence.
Usually, wallpaper for painting is purchased for wooden houses, but familiar materials with prints are also possible. However, too thin budget products will not work - even the slightest roughness will be noticeable underneath them.
If you are going to wallpaper a wooden house, do not forget to thoroughly prepare the base. Treat the walls with special protective agents, sand and prime. Be sure to check that there are no depressions, knots or other irregularities on the surfaces.
Striped wallpaper in the interior of a wooden house
Wall panels
Wall panels are a spectacular and unusual finishing material. They are made from:
- Skin.
- Fabrics.
- Wood.
- MDF.
- Glass.
- Plastic.
For a wooden house, products made of wood, leather, and fabric are preferable. Glass panels can be used to highlight one accent wall if the interior is decorated in high-tech or minimalist styles. But plastic options are definitely not worth using. Firstly, such material can hardly be called environmentally friendly. Secondly, the decor will go against the concept of naturalness and unity with nature.
Based on the installation method, they are divided into type-setting and panel panels. Products from the first category are smaller in size and have different geometries. They are connected to each other using the tongue-and-groove principle. Panel panels for the interior of a log house have the same dimensions and are laid sequentially on the wall.
However, before proceeding with the installation of the panels, it is necessary to make the lathing. The size of the recesses on the frame should be calculated depending on the dimensions of the panels.
MDF panels in the interior of a wooden house
Drywall
Drywall is not often used in the interior of a wooden house due to the fragility of the material. If you cover the walls with it before the structure has completely settled, the cladding will crack.
If you have to start finishing earlier, it is better to make a floating frame under the material. This lathing does not come into close contact with the wall, so the drywall will not be damaged even if it shrinks.
To finish with plasterboard you will need a reinforcing mesh. It is needed for gluing corners, joints and seams. The mesh will prevent cracks from appearing in the material, which may occur as a result of mechanical stress on the walls.
Plasterboard walls in the interior of a wooden house
Insulation
A log dwelling or Finnish house requires good thermal insulation. If you plan to live in a country cottage all year round, insulate all surfaces. There are many insulating building materials available: wool, polystyrene, fiberglass, mineral wool, paper-based insulation and polyester.
When insulating, it is important to consider the following areas: roof, foundation, walls, windows (including frames). These four regions form the "thermal envelope". The better insulated it is, the easier it is to maintain heat.
It is also important to insulate the roof. The easiest way to insulate it is to do it outside during construction. After creating the supporting structures, lay fiber insulation on the outside of the roof. After covering the entire perimeter, you can install roofing felt or shingles.
Window insulation
Finishing ceilings in a wooden house
Ceiling materials must be safe, non-flammable and preferably natural. It is important that they ensure air circulation inside the ceiling structures. If it is not there, rough surfaces and finishing materials become damp or become deformed over time. We offer top options for decorating the ceiling in a wooden house.
Plywood
The most budget and unusual finishing option. However, only multi-layer plywood is suitable, which can be easily fixed to the ceiling. You can leave it in its original form or cover it with decorative plaster or water-based paint.
Advice! Choose moisture-resistant types of plywood for ceiling decoration.
Combination of plywood ceiling and decorative plaster in the interior of a wooden house
Lining
Eco-friendly and easy-to-install material will harmonize perfectly with wooden walls. You can choose a finish from MDF or natural wood. Designers advise choosing lining made from rocks with bright, noticeable natural patterns. This material looks impressive on the ceiling and becomes a key accent of the interior.
Classification of lining for ceiling finishing:
- Class C: the cheapest cladding option. This lining is made from inexpensive wood, so there may be pits, knots, and roughness on the surface of the material.
- Class A and B: fairly smooth slats without obvious roughness. If there are defects on the surface of the lining, they are invisible to the naked eye.
- Extra: finishing material made of expensive wood. There are no defects on the surface of the slats.
The panels are easy to attach to the ceiling thanks to convenient grooves. Usually the slats are arranged sequentially in rows, however, figured placement patterns are also found.
Important! Lining can also be used for wall decoration.
White ceiling made of lining in the interior of a house made of timber
Veneer panels
Many people confuse veneer panels with lining. However, there are significant differences between the materials. Lining is a strip of wood. The panels are essentially the same, but on top of the material a thin layer of veneer from noble tree species is glued.
Veneered panels look like ceiling slats made of expensive wood. The eye-catching cladding fits perfectly into elegant interiors, such as classic interiors or chalets.
Harmony of ceilings made of veneer panels and plasterboard walls in a wooden house
Solid wood slats
One of the most expensive materials for the ceiling in a wooden house. This type of finishing is done “to last forever.” Expensive wood retains its attractive appearance for a long time, withstands temperature changes and fits into almost all interior styles.
Original solid wood ceiling in the interior of a timber house
Stretch ceiling
Seamless stretch fabric or thick PVC film are also suitable options for ceiling decoration. The materials have an important advantage - they are able to retain their shape during the process of shrinkage of the structure. However, there is also a significant drawback - the need for replacement in case of mechanical damage. Stretch ceilings are practically irreparable.
Advice! If you choose suspended ceilings for decoration, do not forget to think through the layout of the lamps in advance and, if necessary, make mounting holes on the canvas.
Glossy stretch ceiling in the interior of a wooden house
Wooden beams
If the inside of the house is made of wood, then the beams in this design will look organic. In apartments, this design looks bold, so few people decide to implement it. Most often it is found in loft interiors. And in private wooden houses, beams fit into almost any design if combined with the decoration.
Wooden beams on the ceiling in the interior of a timber house
A slight touch of antiquity
If folk style is chosen as a reference for the interior, then you should pay special attention to the dominant colors and devote time to carefully working out the details that emphasize the “Russian spirit.” A large whitewashed or tiled glazed stove will immerse the room in the atmosphere of a fairy tale. The vaulted ceilings of the historical analogue (chambers, churches, light rooms), due to the complexity of design calculations and the high cost of reproduction, should be replaced with inclined, upward planes in the rooms of turrets, bay windows, and the tops of towers.
The ceiling, painted in the ancient Russian manner, will be a real work of art. Thin intertwining flowers, patterns, leaves on a light or contrasting background (crimson, emerald-grass, azure), and in the children's room - heroes of folk tales, stars and smiling celestial bodies, painted in bright natural colors and gold - these picturesque motifs, impressions of paintings of objects of ancient Russian architecture, will spread out like a luxurious silk tent, from which it is impossible to take your eyes off. Such a technique is very rare; it requires the true skill of the artist, but causes indescribable delight in everyone who sees this perfection.
Wooden house flooring
A wooden interior is an excellent field for experimenting with floor design. It is important to choose a material that will look attractive and retain heat well. Let's consider popular options.
Cork
Cork is a floor covering made from the bark of the cork tree. The material contains only compressed wood and resins, which are released during the processing of raw materials. Manufacturers sometimes add safe dyes to add tint.
There are many myths surrounding traffic jams. Some people think that the coating is rough, monotonous in design, fragile and too porous. In fact, the material is very pleasant to the touch, warm and beautiful. The only negative is that it does not tolerate moisture well.
Manufacturers offer a variety of cork design options. Photo printing technology is often used to create prints on products. Exclusive, exquisite patterns are drawn by hand and the recesses are filled with paint. It turns out an interesting three-dimensional ornament. However, the most popular design option is cork in a natural shade. This floor attracts with its natural energy and discreet appearance, which harmonizes with brighter finishes.
Cork flooring in the interior of a wooden house
Parquet and parquet boards
Parquet is a material made from solid wood. Beautiful, durable and noble finish is suitable for any type of wooden house. Natural patterns on the coating harmonize well with all textures.
Parquet board is a covering made of wooden planks. It successfully imitates block parquet and is the most popular material for finishing the floor in a wooden house.
Piece parquet in the interior of a wooden house
Parquet flooring in the interior of a wooden house
Laminate
A practical material that looks similar to parquet boards and has similar advantages. For a wooden house, it is better to choose a laminate with increased wear resistance. It is suitable for all rooms, but the material is especially often installed in hallways, living rooms and kitchens.
Laminate flooring in the interior of a wooden house
Pristine beauty
Those who make fewer changes will spend less on design.
The deliberate brutality and naturalness of log and plank walls has a special charm, and bare beams and ceilings often look better than a carefully sewn and finished ceiling. For whom: admirers of natural wood and those who, on a limited budget, are not ready to compromise on style.
Decor for rooms in a wooden house
To decorate rooms, you can use any items that fit into the interior. For example, the Provence style is characterized by elegant figurines, textiles with floral prints, wall mirrors in original frames, wicker baskets, and dolls.
The main attributes of the decor of attractive interiors in the shabby chic style are figurines in the form of angels. You can also add miniature boxes, beautiful sofa cushions, and mirrors in stucco frames to your decor.
Framed posters, handmade accessories, and decorative dishes will look great in country interiors. Vinyl records are also useful for decorating rooms. By the way, they will fit into retro design.
Classic-style rooms can be decorated with porcelain figurines, mirrors in massive frames, paintings, and vases with fresh flowers. It is better to avoid too elaborate decor - it will distract attention from the decoration.
A universal decorative option is crafts made from log wood. From this material you can create interesting things that will set the tone for the interior. For example: flower pots, panels, animal figurines, plates, boxes and much more.
Alpine chalet
The infinitely distant Alps will seem close if you see in the Austrian and Swiss shepherd's huts a striking resemblance to our hunting lodges: the same animal skins on the furniture and floor, the same stuffed animals and fishing trophies on the walls and shelves. A fireplace crackles welcomingly in the corner, and the picture of a secluded high-mountain refuge becomes complete.
Who: hunters, fishermen and all those who like to spend time in silence, in the fresh air, surrounded by wild nature.
Interior of a modern wooden house: styles, ideas, photos
A wooden house can be designed in any style. Let's consider the most advantageous trends and fashion trends, with the help of which it is easy to emphasize the attractiveness of natural materials.
Scandinavian
The Scandinavian interior of a wooden house is an ensemble of laconic furnishings, light colors and functional furniture. It is important not to cross the line - the design should not turn out to be too ascetic.
Textiles will become a bright accent in Scandinavian interiors. You can choose a designer carpet and complement the decor with original sofa cushions. Products with geometric patterns or monochrome models in light shades will fit perfectly into the style.
In the Scandinavian style there should not be a lot of decor. Thematic posters under glass, plaster animal heads, and pots with indoor plants can serve as wall decorations.
In Scandinavian interiors of wooden houses, special importance is attached to storage furniture. The decor often contains shelving, cabinets, and compact hinged cabinets. Coziness can be created with the help of small round tables.
Scandinavian interior in a log house
Scandinavian interior in white in a house made of timber
Provence
A wooden house in Provence style is a cozy space filled with elegant furniture, unusual decor and textiles with floral prints. Interesting textures, delicate shades, and bold combinations of accents are welcome.
You can create a Provencal atmosphere in a house made of logs or timber using decor. For example, figurines, wicker baskets, figured jars for spices, vases with fresh flowers. There should be a lot of decorations, but you shouldn’t overdo it with the quantity. Otherwise, instead of the chic of the French countryside, you will end up with a repository of various little things.
Furniture in French-style interiors often includes poufs. It is better to choose models in neutral basic colors or muted shades. And the “carriage screed” design fits perfectly into the Provence direction. Square and semicircular low poufs with this design will become a functional decoration of the room.
Artificially aged elegant chests of drawers are also welcome guests in the setting. Models with miniature drawers and curly low legs are suitable.
Provence interior in a house made of timber
Provence interior in light colors
Chalet
Distinctive features of the chalet style: the presence of natural materials, a minimum of decorative finishing, ceilings made of wooden beams. It is important to recreate the atmosphere of rustic chic without going into country trends. Although at first glance the styles are similar.
Chalet interiors often include accessories made of genuine leather. This material is also suitable for upholstery. An excellent addition would be animal skins on the floor.
To decorate the walls, you can use light-colored decorative plaster. Or do without finishing at all - just varnish the wood.
It is better not to experiment with the shape of furniture - the more laconic the models, the more organically they will fit into the interior of a house made of logs or timber.
Idea! You can introduce fashionable retro wiring into the chalet interiors. Vintage twisted cables are great for masking caulk in the joints between logs.
Interior of a chalet in a house made of timber
Interior of a chalet in a log house
Ecostyle
Natural motifs, natural materials, a minimum of decor and neutral colors are the distinctive features of eco-style. Wooden walls fit perfectly into the concept of the direction, so you can do without major finishing.
Features of eco-style in the interior of a wooden house can be expressed through decor. Ideal decorations would be objects made from logs, simple clocks, pots with indoor plants, transparent glass vases, and stone figurines. It is better to avoid metal and plastic decorative elements - they will not harmonize with the finish made from natural materials.
Wooden models of laconic shapes are suitable for furnishing. Soft products upholstered in leather or fabric in a neutral color are also good. There shouldn't be a lot of furniture. It is better to limit yourself to 3-4 items for each room.
Eco interior in a house made of timber
Luxurious eco interior in a wooden house
Country
Country is an amazing style that embodies all the fashion trends of rustic design. The main principles: high-quality finishing and themed decor with a vintage touch.
There is always a lot of textiles in the interior. Curtains should be in harmony with wooden walls. Designers advise giving preference to thick curtains with an unobtrusive pattern, for example, circles or stripes. If you are planning to buy a carpet, try to find a product that will be combined with curtains.
Wallpaper with a striped print, panels, and lining can be used as wall decoration. However, if possible, it is better to leave the surfaces untouched - simply varnish the logs.
Country style furniture should be massive and original. Chairs with unusual backs often become the accent of the decor. They harmonize perfectly with large dining tables.
We invite you to look at photographs of the interiors of wooden houses in country style. The designs are completely different, but common features are clearly visible.
Rich country interior in a wooden house
Rustic country interior in a wooden house
Classic
Classics are also suitable for decorating wooden houses. If you choose this style, you will have to cover the walls with wallpaper. The second option is to cover them with panels made of fabric or leather. Products made using the “carriage screed” technique are ideal.
Upholstered furniture can also be decorated with a carriage screed. Combinations of sofas and armchairs decorated in the same style look impressive. There is room in the interior for spectacular banquettes and poufs. You can experiment with the colors of objects. Shade options: dark blue, brown, olive, beige, peach.
Also in the classic interior of a wooden house there may be massive wooden chests of drawers, elegant wardrobes, dressing tables and dressing tables. Classic furniture is often decorated with gilding, carved patterns, and painting.
Advice! The stucco molding on the ceiling is a striking feature of the classical trends. However, in a wooden house you can refuse such design. The best option is a laconic white stretch fabric.
Interior in a classic style in a wooden house
Classic interior of a wooden house
Loft
Loft interiors are a maximum of free space, a minimum of furniture, discreet decor and laconic interior decoration. One of the accents of the style is a brick wall. It is not easy to build it in a wooden house, but you can make an imitation. For example, using patterned wallpaper, decorative plaster or wall panels.
The ceiling should be decorated with wooden beams. This finish goes well with traditional style pendant lamps with transparent shades.
Colors in a wooden interior in loft trends: black, gray, blue, terracotta, white. There should not be too bright shades. Sometimes designers make one catchy accent. For example, they include furniture of an unusual color in the decor.
Furniture in the loft style is a combination of comfort, laconic forms and discreet design. The interiors of private houses may include lounge chairs, tea tables, shelving, wide sofas and beds.
Loft interior in a wooden house
Interior of a wooden house in an industrial loft style
Lighting
Properly selected lighting will add airiness to the interior design and help hide minor imperfections.
Ideal lighting fixtures include ceiling chandeliers and spotlights that provide complete lighting, wall sconces and spotlights that highlight certain areas, and floor lamps that create soft comfort.
Room design ideas in a wooden house
The living room is the room where family members will gather most often. Therefore, it is better to divide the room into zones at the design planning stage. Usually the room has a corner for relaxation and a separate space for eating. You can divide zones with partitions, fabric screens, shelving or furniture. A few more ways to visually delimit space:
- Color accents.
- With the help of lighting.
- Textiles.
- The podium.
The relaxation area should have a cozy sofa or armchairs. Nearby you can place a coffee table, a shelf for newspapers and books, and a small chest of drawers for storing small items.
If possible, it is worth installing a fireplace in the recreation area. For a wooden house, a model with a wood firebox is suitable. This is not only a decorative element. This fireplace is suitable for heating the room on cold days.
You can decorate a living room with a fireplace in English style. The atmosphere will be quite conservative and moderately luxurious. To implement the project, you will need massive wardrobes and chests of drawers, sofas and armchairs upholstered in leather and textured fabric. A heavy multi-arm chandelier would be an excellent addition.
Advice! You can make a separate fireplace area in the spacious living room.
The eating area is usually present in the living-dining room. There should be no unnecessary items in the setting - a dining table and chairs, or a bar counter or island is enough. When choosing furniture, consider the number of family members. It is important that everyone can sit comfortably at a table or counter.
Suitable styles for decoration: Provence, country, chalet, retro, classic. The color scheme depends on the chosen direction and type of wall decoration. If you left the wood unpainted, it is better to give preference to shades of the neutral spectrum: beige, gray, brown.
Living room interior in a wooden house
Minimalistic living room interior in a wooden house
Finishing with clapboard and artificial stone in the living room interior
Bedroom design in a private wooden house
It is better to place the bedroom in a room that is located some distance from the living room and kitchen. For example, in the attic, if there is one. Then sounds from other rooms will not disturb your sleep.
A bedroom is, first and foremost, a room for comfortable rest. Therefore, you should not clutter it with furniture. A bed, a wardrobe (if the house does not have a separate dressing room), and bedside tables are quite enough. You can add to this set a trellis or dressing table that fits into the chosen interior style.
In log houses, wooden beds with a low headboard look great. Furniture with forged elements looks no less impressive. Such models harmoniously complement interiors with gothic notes.
Another mandatory attribute of the bedroom is textiles. To decorate windows, it is better to choose beautiful blackout curtains. Such canvases do not allow sunlight to pass through and create a pleasant twilight in the room. Alternatives are roller curtains, blinds, heavy drapes. Also, textiles in the room may include carpets, rugs and decorative pillows. Choose products that resemble each other in color, pattern, texture.
Take care of the lighting. In addition to the main light sources, there must be local ones. For example, bedside lamps, sconces or floor lamps. You can choose an option for any interior style.
Advice! It is ideal if there is a minimum of decoration on the walls in the bedroom. The enchanting smell of wood and natural patterns perfectly relax and set you up for a healthy sleep.
The stylish interior decoration of a wooden house is shown in the photo. Perhaps the ideas of professional designers will inspire you to create interesting projects.
Bedroom design in Provence style
Classic style bedroom in a wooden house
Bedroom interior in the attic of a wooden house
Examples with photographs
Looking for new renovation ideas? Take a look at interesting design projects:
The ceiling and doors match the type of wood
The cabinet is made of the same material as the windows
Place a hanging chair
Save logs in interior finishing
The wood used in the decoration is combined with each other
Example of a Finnish house
Cozy children's room: accents in it are placed through textiles and a yellow chair
A room with an unusual pendant light source
Bath in the attic
Combination of painted wood and parquet
Bathroom in a cottage
Shelves with decorative elements add coziness and attract attention
You can arrange a small table and a sofa on the windowsill
You have the opportunity to make a small kitchen in light colors
Scandinavian practicality
It is not difficult to fill a log cottage or log house with comfort and modern design if you adopt the Swedish, Finnish or Norwegian approach to this issue, that is, hygge. Scandinavians prefer laconic, comfortable furniture, spot lighting, natural materials, subdued colors and stylish but inexpensive accessories.
For whom: a person who keeps up with the times and is ready to seriously invest only in the things necessary for life.
