Country Furniture Buying Guide

Country furniture is often called Early American or Colonial. It generally evolved from the more traditional furniture designs of the European continent but adapted to the more rustic and rugged life in the new America. The heavy carvings and ornate features of traditional furniture give way to simple turnings and more relaxed interpretation of the classic traditional designs. Practical function and form are accented by simple carving, turnings, and trim accents. Pine, maple, birch and other softer woods are used in the construction. Fabrics will use patterns of plaid, checks, and country scenes to add to the folksy nature of this category.