Decorating Tips: Steamer Trunks

Do you remember exploring Grandmas' attic andtrunk gives you a quick and convenient access to
finding that mysterious storage trunk... curiouslystorage without sacrificing style.
examining all those wonderful treasures inside?Or, you can also use a decorative trunk as a coffee
Whether you have this fond memory or not... theretable. This is different because you will not want to
always has been and always will be a wonderfulhide storage items inside a steamer trunk when used
mystery and comforting feeling surrounding steameras a coffee table. Instead, you can hide pictures,
trunks.books, board games, or toys and stuffed animals for
That is why steamer trunks are a must have forthe kids/grandkids. Again, a storage trunk is the
every home owner. A decorative trunk is flexibleultimate piece of living room furniture because it
enough to correspond well with any homeoffers functionality as well as style.
décor, whether you prefer antique and classicUsing a Storage Trunk in the Bedroom
or contemporary and modern.Just as in the living room, a decorative trunk makes
Decorative trunks are also great because, aside fromfor a stylish side table. If you drink water at night, be
their decorative value, they serve many purposes.sure to place your glass on a coaster so you don't
Obviously, you can use a storage trunk for storage...cause any damage. Inside, you can store out of
and there are many things you can do here. But inseason clothing or any other misc. odds and ends.
small homes, apartments, or dorm rooms you canWhile a storage trunk is a must have for small
also use a steamer trunk for a decorative end tablerooms, it is also convenient for larger rooms as well.
or coffee table.A steamer trunk can be used as a rustic style
(If you plan on using a steamer trunk as a table, youseating bench by a window, perhaps covered with
will want to choose one that has a perfectly flat top.antique dolls and stuffed animals to provide a
Many storage trunks may appear flat but actuallycomforting appeal.
have a slight curve.)Using a Decorative Trunk in the Bathroom
To take full advantage of the decorative values aThe last place you would think to put a storage trunk
storage trunk offers... you have to "think outside ofmay actually be the most convenient location. A
the box" (pun intended.)steamer trunk is perfect for any size bathroom,
Using a Steamer Trunk in the Living Roombecause it can be used to store towels and wash
A decorative trunk can be used as a side table tocloths in. If you have limited shelving in your
place a lamp, coasters, and a book on beside yourbathroom, a storage trunk takes little space and
favorite chair. You can also store out of seasonprovides the additional storage needed while giving
items inside, such as curtains, blankets and sheets, orthe most underappreciated (and one of the most
holiday decorations. When used as a table, a storageimportant) rooms in your house a comforting feel.