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You’re planning on finally renovating your out-dated kitchen. It’s far past time, and you’re eager to design the farmhouse-style kitchen of your dreams.

There’s a long road ahead of you as you design and start renovations in your kitchen. You’ll have to select cabinet colors, backsplash tile, and, most importantly, a quality sink.

Just as the kitchen is the center of your home life, the sink could be considered the center of your kitchen.

There are countless options for your kitchen sink. You can have a double or single-basin sink. It could be made of steel, ceramic, or granite. The latest trend for sinks is fireclay due to their durability and ceramic style.

Read on to find out why a fireclay sink would be perfect for your new kitchen.

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  What Is Fireclay?

Fireclay sinks are a type of ceramic sink composed of glazed clay heated at extremely hot temperatures (about 1600 degrees). They can take a hit, and they look sleek and soft in any kind of kitchen.

These sinks are also nonporous and heat resistant. They will also hold up against any scratching or scrubbing.

As a minor downside, however, they tend to be quite heavy, and it’s advised that if you are installing a fireclay sink, you should let professionals take care of the handling.

Fireclay Sink Aesthetic

While fireclay sinks look good almost anywhere, they are especially fitting for farmhouse or rustic kitchen designs.

They typically have a deep basin, and most popularly come in white or off-white, but there are other ideas for sink designs that would work in any kitchen you dream up.

You can add a painted or etched design that aligns with the rest of your interior design ideas. A double-basin sink or one with drainboards can alter the use of space depending on how you like to use your kitchen.

A fireclay farmhouse sink can withstand your family’s kitchen antics without wearing down easily.

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  Fireclay Sink Composition

Fireclay sinks are molded prior to being heated and glazed, so you have the flexibility to create any kind of sink shape that best fits your needs.

They are also easy to clean because of the smooth surface that won’t cling to dirt and grime. While they have a similar sleek look to granite and marble sinks, they are much more affordable.

  The Best Sink for Your Kitchen

Don’t underestimate the power of an amazing sink for your new kitchen design. Since the kitchen is the social hub of your home, the sink will be seen and admired often.

Regardless of the colors and new layout you decide on for your kitchen renovation, a fireclay sink can fit in with almost any design. And it’s bound to receive wonderful comments from your friends and family.

Fireclay sinks are cost-effective, long-lasting, and beautiful centerpieces for a home kitchen. Make it a part of your kitchen while you renovate.

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Neutral fall decor is my favorite look for the season. I know that we are very used to seeing those vibrant orange, red and yellow tones or even rich eggplant and burgundy for the fall season – but if you know anything about my personal taste, neutrals are my style!

What I love about neutral fall decor – is it is so simple to add to your existing palette because very simply – it’s neutral! The fall season is so full of amazing natural textures so by decorating with neutral tones you can really celebrate and embrace gorgeous textures straight from nature (like wood, botanicals and stone).

Neutral Fall Decor Inspo…

Let me share with you some inspiring neutral fall decor home decor images. I always like to seek out new ways to add touches of the season to my own space.

Adding just a touch of a fall hue is a nod to the season but isn’t overwhelming with rich colours. I like to add pumpkins in my kitchen, entry, family room and if I’m entertaining the dining room. I love heirloom pumpkins because their tones are muted and balance well with other soft neutral tones.

I love to play with texture in general but there is something about mixing texture when it comes to decorating for the fall season. Mixing wool with leather (or faux leather), linen and adding those natural elements like (faux) pampas grass or (faux) cotton stems. It adds an immediate feeling of comfort and makes the space feel cozy and welcoming. Again not everything needs to be orange and rusty red just a few pops of those tones will do – or opt for a completely neutral theme.

My top 13 Neutral Fall home decor favorites…

So now that you see why I love neutral fall decor – I have done some of the legwork for you by sourcing out some great pieces available on Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases which go towards supporting content on this blog.

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  1. Warm Cozy candle
  2. Wood dough bowl
  3. Rustic farmhouse 3 tier tray
  4. Ivory cable knit pillow
  5. Farmhouse wood bead garland
  6. Grey-white check blanket
  7. Glass jug
  8. Fall wreath
  9. 3 small faux plants
  10. White faux pumpkin
  11. Rustic lantern
  12. Whitewash seagrass tray
  13. Hello Fall candle

What is your fall decor style? Neutrals? Classics like red and orange tones? Or, rich wine tones?

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Stools are a kitchen island (or breakfast bar) essential! Much like lighting a kitchen bar stool can set the tone and add that needed dose of style into your space.  Stools should be comfortable (of course) but they should compliment your style and add to the room. We all have different elements on our checklist when it comes to furniture but these farmhouse stools that I sourced (likely) meet all of those expectations.

MODERN FARMHOUSE STOOL INSPIRATION

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I love this amazing modern farmhouse kitchen by Becki Owens. I love the blend of clean white cabinetry and the rustic barn beam. The clean flooring and those farmhouse pendants are the perfect balance of clean modern classic and rustic farmhouse.  These stools are the best of both worlds – the warm cognac leather adds that farmhouse cozy factor and the clean lines and black legs give this stool a modern edge.

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I love a crisp and clean white kitchen and these wood and black stools just pop! The copper accents add a farmhouse element.  But the blend of clean lines, simple styling and lighting choices give this farmhouse inspired kitchen a modern edge.

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This kitchen has the clean and classic white shaker style cabinets with subway backsplash in a white marble. The gold tone hardware installed on the horizontal add some bling to this kitchen but also add a modern element. The oversized black pendants also add some personality to the space. These natural wood floors add that warm and natural element – these stools mimic that natural wood tone.  These stools also have great visual interest with their curves!

MODERN FARMHOUSE STOOLS

What I love about the modern farmhouse esthetic is that every modern farmhouse is completely different.  You can play with this 'hybrid' and find the balance between the two styles and make your space your own.  Elements that make a modern farmhouse a modern farmhouse - texture (adding natural textures like wood), Industrial lighting (this is a great way to add black or metal), white (walls and/or cabinets) and warmth (either through colour choices, styling...) The modern farmhouse should look chic and stylish but feel welcoming and cozy.

I've sourced out some farmhouse stools that add that are a perfect mix of style and comfort.

  1. Centiar Bar Stool 
  2.  Barraute Bar Stool
  3. Dovercliff Bar Stool
  4. Gracie Bar Stool
  5. Jasper Bar Stool (or similar stool Wishbone stool)
  6. Bastion Bar Stool

All of these stools embrace that modern farmhouse feel and yet they are all different.  I personally love the mix of materials instead of just one element.  When it comes to purchasing stools be sure to get the proper size.  Not sure what size you need - click here for how to pick the right size kitchen stool.   Stools are not just a practical or functional piece they really are a style element in a kitchen, so find a stool that is both comfortable and stylish.

Which modern farmhouse stool is your favourite?


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