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When you think of a Mexican kitchen you think of the typical
Adobe style home. The bright colors, lots of tile and clay and
simple design is what comes to mind.
Bright colored tile in Mexican-style motifs are a great way to
start decorating your Mexican-style kitchen. You can use tile on
the counter and also as a colorful backsplash behind the sink
and stove. To complete the look, think about putting some of the
colorful tiles in key spots on an earthy tile floor. This will
add color as well as interest.
Talavera ceramics look great and also add an authentic feeling
of Mexico to the kitchen. You can decorate with Talavera candle
holders, pots, vases and even sinks.
You can find many Mexican style accents for your kitchen right
in your local home decorating store or if the exact pieces you
want are not available there, try shopping online. If you want
something handmade try finding some local. If you are looking
for a bargain, shop the local consignment stores, flea markets
and even eBay. Talavera tiles are usually one-of-a-kind items
that add interest and make your kitchen unique.
Add Mexican flair to your counter tops with few wooden spoons in
a Talavera ceramic pot. Ceramic and Wooden vessels such as
bowls, planters, serving utensils and dishes add to the theme.
When shopping for your kitchen furniture buy rustic looking
Mexican furniture too add authenticity to your Mexican kitchen.
Handmade wood bar stools, tables and chairs that have
hand-carved decorations will add interest and look great. Looks
for woods such as wormwood, pine and mesquite.
Another thing you can use to accessorize your Mexican kitchen is
hammered copper. Installing A hammered copper sink can look
beautiful and will enhance the natural look of your kitchen. A
benefit of a copper sink that many do not know about is that
bacteria cannot survive on copper surfaces. Use other hammered
copper items around your kitchen to give it a warm look. A
hammered copper hood placed above your stove looks great and is
part of typical Mexican décor.
Some other things you can decorate your Mexican kitchen with are
hand-woven baskets, clusters of chili peppers hanging down from
hooks, and open cupboards with colorful Mexican plates and cups
within easy reach.
Finally, check your local pottery shops for stoneware and
handcrafted design elements that have a touch of Mexico. Visit a
nearby flea market and dig for vintage Mexican style accessories
that will add to the feel of Old Mexico in your kitchen. Kitschy
Aztec statues, Mexican souvenirs and bright pottery can add
interest and help tie the decor together.
About the author:
Lee Dobbins writes for A Kitchen
Decorating Idea where you can get more great kitchen
decorating ideas!
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