Country home decorating is one of today's most popular decorating themes. Like a favorite pastime, visiting the country for a day of peaceful relaxation and a friendly, inviting ambiance, can be as close as your own living room. Because of its warm environment, country living is enjoyed by people living in the country as well as by those who like to visit.

When planning to refurnish a home, or just one or two rooms, you must first decide how you want your home furnished, or choose a particular theme, like country decor. If you do not choose to do a complete home makeover, choose instead one or two rooms. Most people choose the kitchen and living room as they are the most-used areas of the home. Country living encourages a style of simplicity and invites nature as part of the decor. Once you do a room or two, you might wish to continue on this style throughout the whole house.

Country décor is a style that combines clean and bright colors with provincial or rustic-type furniture and accessories. White, pastel yellow, green and pink as well browns can be used to reflect a rustic quality. As long as they do not clash, stencil floral or country animals such as cows or fowl on wall borders. Cows and fowl also add an atmosphere of scenic Americana and can be used as subtle additions to the quaint beauty.

Natural wood trim and flooring is an important material to keep with the country look. However, wood does not come cheap, and you may find you will need to improvise with a less expensive material such as carpeting in light, neutral shading, laminate flooring, flagstone or tile. If you are creative, continue the stenciling theme that you created on the walls to create a floor pattern. The result will be uniquely yours. Offset the beautiful handiwork with hooked or braided area rugs to compete an authentic country home.

To complete your country home theme, light wood or wicker furniture will compliment the decor and reflect the rustic beauty. Floral or checked patterned fabrics add to the look and feel of country decor, but keep in mind that too many patterns will clash.

As previously mentioned, country living encourages a style of simplicity, and nature is an important factor in country home decor. With that in mind, accessorize to create a warm, inviting atmosphere and do not overindulge. Simplicity goes a long way, and less is better. Rustic, yet functional accessories that friends and family will appreciate will greatly enhance your country décor. Use mirrors to add depth and space. Use plain wood framed mirrors and for pictures, plants and scented candles that hint of country essence, as well as lots of ruffles and lace for your window treatments keeps to the country theme. Shutters are also adds to the cozy, inviting ambiance.

Keep your decorating simple, and keep in mind the decor should be warm and inviting. Less is better as clutter takes away from the feeling of peaceful relaxation. Country home decorating creates a relaxing and friendly environment, meant to be warm and cozy.