Rustic furniture doesn't have to mean old-fashioned or inelegant. In fact, there are plenty of rustic options that work incredibly well as contemporary pub furniture.
That's because rustic pub furniture makes use of some classic characteristics such as simple lines, solid construction and durable materials.
By definition, rustic furniture should be sturdy and hard-wearing, all of which makes it an excellent addition to your pub furniture if you want tables and chairs that will last a long time with regular to heavy use.
Does rustic furniture mean old-fashioned?
Not necessarily. Rustic furniture can be bang on trend - our Hairpin Table is a timeless design, but its hairpin legs are perfectly in step with current fashions in interior design.
Instead of a single column, each leg features three rods arranged in an inverted triangular pyramid shape, which distributes weight for a deceptively sturdy structure.
Dusseldorf Hairpin Stools also feature hairpin legs, teamed with a golden tan suede upholstered seat for a look that is both retro and current.
This is just one example of a 21st century trend that takes its inspiration from the past - a design paradox that rustic furniture manages to bring together into timeless tables and chairs.
Is rustic furniture unattractive?
Not at all. 'Rustic' doesn't mean a lack of elegant design - quite the opposite in fact, as rustic furniture often has minimal construction and clean, straight lines.
Look no further than the Bauhaus-inspired Munich Retro Chair for proof of this.
Their tubular steel frames make use of an iconic and timeless cantilever design, eliminating the need for back legs, while subtle plastic glides protect wood, tiled and stone floors.
The mid-2020s will mark the centenary of cantilever chairs. The shape and materials have hardly changed in the past 100 years, and they're still as popular as ever.
Does rustic mean bare wood?
Natural materials - including wood - are common in rustic furniture, and also in pub furniture, which is one reason why they make a perfect pairing.
But rustic doesn't have to mean hard wood seats. There are plenty of other options, from simple ergonomic wooden seats like our Dalton Chair, to upholstered armchairs.
For a glimpse at the variety offered by rustic pub furniture, take a look at the following options:
These are perfect for a classic or contemporary pub, or a retro feel. Our Autumn and Cappuccino upholstery fabrics are also available on Rimini and Abbruzzo dining chairs to complete your pub furniture with even more versatility.
The list goes on...
These examples are just a snapshot of our range of rustic pub furniture, which caters for every eventuality.
Whatever interior design trend you are following - whether it is current, retro, or a timeless combination of the two - rustic furniture can help you to achieve it.
If you would like to order any of our rustic pub furniture with custom upholstery, please contact our sales office on 0116 2989 835 and we can discuss the fabric options.