Design Away with Iron and Metal Brackets and Corbels

Packed with versatile functionality, eye-popping drama, and no-sweat simplicity…..what’s not to LOVE about these muscle-bound architectural rock stars of the decorating world?

BRACE YOURSELF

Undeniably, there are no other decorating elements able to offer such a diverse range of functional and artistic applications for every area of your kingdom than those amazing architectural power players–brackets and corbels. Any room of the home, including outdoor living spaces, can become instantly transformed by the limitless possibilities they offer.

TIME WILL TELL

Architectural elements which have been in use for almost four centuries are most worthy of our serious design attention! Originally created for structural purposes on eaves and gables of buildings, corbels and brackets have similar uses and sometimes can be used interchangeably (corbels are typically wider and primarily constructed of wood, while brackets are thinner and made of iron or wood). Providing timeless style and practical function, the varieties now available to us range from elegant time-worn vintage and cottage chic to European, modern, and industrial–to name just a few. The choices of materials are equally abundant: new and reclaimed wood and cast and forged iron are the mainstays—available in all shapes, sizes and styles to fit any décor.

MASTER OF THE HOUSE

These masterful elements can do it all–from a quick and easy décor punch to a heavy duty structural support application–the addition of such striking accents (using as little or as much sweat equity you wish to apply) will add a new level of eye-catching style to your home. Without breaking the budget on hard to find antique pieces, you are able to replicate the appearance of age-old appeal with the multitude of beautiful new hand-crafted offerings available. At Iron Accents we offer one of the largest galleries of forged metal brackets and iron corbels - in abundant styles, finishes, and size choices.

PURE AND SIMPLE

To begin with, simply think right angles! Do a visual scan of your walls, entrance ways, doors, windows, decks and patio areas. The more you look, the more possibilities you see: Dull door? add iron brackets to the upper corners to create an instant archway. Lack shelving? use decorative shelf brackets and sections of wood to easily add display and storage options. Boring kitchen? try corbels and brackets underneath cabinets for instant style or under counter overhangs for added support.. And don’t forget the garden–easily hang plants, bird feeders and signs from ornate brackets placed on posts, trees or fences for instant appeal.

LET ME COUNT THE WAYS

Once you start the ball rolling, the possibilities are limited only by your imagination. Adding beautiful architectural accents will take your décor to a new level of trendy sophistication. Consider incorporating brackets and corbels into these areas:

• Kitchen islands, Fireplace mantle, Furniture accent, Floating shelving
• Gable accent, Plant/basket hanger, Flower box support, Mailbox support
• Art/sculpture shelf, Décor accessories, Sign Hanger, Window/door arch

Simple Project Ideas:

Window Arch: Install a matching pair of beautiful iron brackets to the top corners of your windows to instantly add a bit of character to your view.

Decorative Bookends: On a sideboard, mantle or bookcase simply place a set of ornate corbels on either side of a stack of vintage books for a quick and easy display.

Wall Medallion: Choose 4 iron brackets of same design and place with straight sides together for an instant wall medallion—perfect for open spaces above beds, mantles, sideboards or ??. These can later
be separated and used individually for other projects as décor needs change.

Speaking about creativity -

Check out our Pinterest board for great ideas using wrought iron brackets and corbels.

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