Decorating Guides
Faux Bois Gives Homes Real Style
Furnishings and accents that only look like wood create an earthy effect in a wide range of colors and shapes
Faux bois (literally "false wood") rose onto the trend scene a few years back, and it isn't falling out of favor anytime soon. From furnishings and accessories to textiles and surfaces, wood patterns add texture and movement to a room and complement a wide range of decor styles. These eight ideas showcase just a small slice of the possibilities.
The faux branches not only give this mirror appealing texture, but they also lend an unexpected, unusual shape to the bath.
A faux-bois bench adds just the right rustic touch to this patio.
A faux-bois rug falls right in step with the woodsy overtones of this space.
Think it's hardwood? Look closer. This bathroom flooring is actually faux-bois porcelain tile — a great solution to the look of wood without moisture-resistance concerns.
A faux-bois paint treatment gives this space much more depth than a flat finish would.
Wood-patterned dishware creates an earthy, lighthearted look for this tablescape.
Faux-bois wallpaper lines the shelves of this dining room and creates a wonderful interplay with the natural grain of the wood.
A painted side table replicates the look of a tree stump.
Faux Bois/Wood Soap Collection
These clever faux-bois soaps would make a chic hostess gift or a fun addition to a guest bath.
Faux Bois Print Tea Towel, Hollyberry by Flock Home
Earthy yet not at all rustic, a trio of tea towels interprets faux bois in a wholly sophisticated way.
Blum Wood Bahaman Sea Blue Floor Lamp
Sometimes the best faux-bois accents are those that don't even pretend to look natural. Witness this vibrant turquoise lamp ...
Stump Douglas Fir Stool/Accent Table
... and this funky chartreuse stool. Paired in a single space, these two would provide double the punch.