French Country Table and Chair Sets

French Country Table and Chair Sets for a Continental Look

French country table and chair sets create a sophisticated but relaxed look in your kitchen nook or dining room. Featuring natural wood in neutral tones paired with lovely and bright fabrics in natural textures, French country table and chair sets can transform your dining space. Determining the amount of seating you desire as well as measuring the space in your kitchen or dining room will help you narrow your buying choices.

Are French country chairs upholstered?

Some French country chairs feature upholstered seats or backs in a natural fabric with a farmhouse look and feel. Not all French country chairs are upholstered. Bare wood chairs are often found within French country table and chair sets.

As with all French country table and chairs, the chairs should feature natural and light wood tones. The style of the chair should be rustic and simple, with no overly ornate carvings or decor. Some French country chairs and tables feature distressed wood styling to mimic an aged and handcrafted look.

Benches with French country table and chair sets

Opting to add a simple rustic wooden bench to one side of your French country table can enhance the rustic farmhouse look this style offers. The bench can be part of the set or crafted separately and added as an additional piece for seating. A bench cushion can be added for additional seating comfort.

What kind of light fixtures style with a French country table and chair set?

The lighting fixture above your French country table and chair set can add to the overall ambiance and style of the room and space. Hanging a wrought iron light fixture or antiqued bronze or copper light fixture will enhance the style of the space with a traditional look.

Do French country chairs need cushions?

As an added feature, you can attach custom seat cushions with ties to your bare wood French country chairs. This allows you to add a traditional colour and fabric to the decor of your kitchen or dining space in keeping with the French country style as well as add additional seating comfort. Typical colours seen in French country design are pleasant neutrals such as sand and blush. A rustic blue shade or a strong russet red can also evoke the countryside of France and offer a visual pop to your room.

Elements that enhance French country decor

Adding different accessories and design elements, such as copper pots and pans, a wrought iron wine rack, or floor-length sheer curtains, can enhance your French country dining space or kitchen nook.