Using a Rustic Mexican Theme for Your Kitchen

Those wanting to create a Mexican style theme in their kitchen should probably start with brightly colored tile in Mexican motifs. These tiles look great as both countertops and colorful backsplashes. You can add visual interest and tie the whole room together by adding some of the same tiles into an earthly tile floor in key locations.

You can give a home that authentic Mexican look and feel through the use of Talavera ceramics. There are many different Talavera items you can use, including sinks, candle holders, vases, and pots.

While your local home decorating store will probably have a fairly good selection of Mexican inspired accents for your home, you should look online for the greatest variety. You can check with local artists if you are looking for something unique and handmade. Bargain often be found by searching through local flea markets and consignment shops, and checking the online auction site eBay. You can make your kitchen truly unique through the addition of Talavera tiles, which are all one of a kind.

Placing your wooden utensils in a Talavera ceramic pot is another way to add a Mexican flair to your kitchen. You can enhance this theme by incorporating other wooden or ceramic items, such as dishes, platters, utensils, and planters.

You can add to the authenticity of the Mexican look by purchasing rustic Mexican furniture for your kitchen. You can find great looking tables, chairs, and barstools that have been hand carved and painted that add interest and beauty to your kitchen. Some great woods to complement your theme include mesquite, wormwood, and pine.

Hammered copper accessories are another great idea for your Mexican inspired kitchen. You will get a beautiful look from a hammered copper sink, while at the same time making the sink safer for your family since bacteria is unable to survive on copper. Another great hammered copper accent would be a hood over your range.

Other great Mexican touches include clusters of chili peppers hung from the walls or ceiling, delicate hand woven baskets, and open cupboards which display colorful Mexican plates and cups.

You can often find hand crafted Mexican themed items at your local pottery shops. Flea markets are another great place to find vintage Mexican accessories for your kitchen. You can really tie the whole theme together with the addition of bright pottery and Mexican souvenirs.