The first furniture using reed-palm came from southern Asia and Africa. Today they serve people all over the world, and through various uses of rattan and combining it with other materials, they decorate not only lounge furniture , but also cabinets, dressers and even large closets.
Chest of drawers with rattan doors
Rattan in European countries
The first rattan furniture in Europe, on the other hand, appeared in the decor of English gardens. Their practicality made them extremely popular. They were characterized by a number of advantages, which included lightness, convenience of use and attractive design.
The fashion for rattan furniture came to Poland from Germany, which had no small influence on the expansion of the range of furniture imported from Malaysia and Indonesia. Cabinets, closets, sofas and even beds made of reed-palm appeared, which already decorated not only gardens, but also the interiors of apartments.
Rattan cabinets in a black frame
Advantages of rattan cabinets
Rattan facades of cabinets have simple forms, look aesthetically pleasing and original. They introduce a natural atmosphere and a delicate whiff of exoticism into the interior. They will be a perfect complement to a boho or scandi style interior. In addition, natural versions of rattan have a very interesting shade of light brown, although we can also dye it or cover it with a thin layer of paint.
Narrow rattan bathroom closet and rattan used in bedroom closet design
Rattan is durable as well as lightweight. This makes rearranging the room effortless. This furniture is also very airy, through its clearances in the weave, which in the case of cabinets is an excellent solution. Items and clothes stored in a rattan closet or dresser do not take on the stuffy smell of an enclosed space.
Cabinet with an interesting shape of clearance
Cautions regarding rattan
Thedisadvantage of rattan, on the other hand, is its brittleness when used improperly. Thus, it requires maintenance from time to time. At least once a year we should paint the cabinet with a special impregnator, wax or oil, which will give it a fresh shine.
Rattan pieces will also not do well in rooms with high humidity, such as bathrooms.
Cabinet and dresser with rattan finish
What to combine rattan cabinets with?
Rattan cabinets will go well with natural bedspreads and blankets. A hammock or a rug with ethno patterns can also complete the stylish arrangement.
