Last autumn, trendspotters noticed the resurgence of nailhead trim, a classic detailing technique. Sure enough, it’s made its presence known on a variety of pieces seen in the market since. Nailhead trim accents pieces with an urban, edgy flair, giving a manly touch to anything from a classic tufted couch to a modern ottoman. Along with also a convenient DIYer can add nail-head trim to existing upholstered pieces without a lot of trouble. If you are considering adding a little metallic trim to your accessories or upholstery, take a look at the following ideas.

Sofas are great pieces to float with nailhead trim. You add it together the arms, along the top or as a concentrated accent along the bottom. The mixture of gentle, cream tufts with nailhead trim gives this classic sofa a unique attitude.

Brian Watford Interiors

Chairs generally supply a compelling accent to a kitchen table, but the extra detail around the edge will make the table visual appeal that much more enticing.

Brian Dittmar Design, Inc..

Contemporary ottomans receive a twist with a nailhead trim around the top and bottom.

Rachel Reider Interiors

Nailhead trim gives a zebra-print ottoman a finishing detail.

Kristen Rivoli Interior Design

The nailhead cut these Baker coffee tables accentuates the unique shape of the legs.

Tracy Miller/Miller Greene Design Studio

Oversized nailheads provide these seats a modern twist.

Atmosphere Interior Design Inc..

Lining silver-tone nailhead trim around a chair with dark upholstery ends in a modern contrast that feels both stylish and masculine.

Don’t feel as if there aren’t any rules you have to follow when employing nailhead trims to seats. Change up the plan by performing two lines on peak of the chair.

Michelle Hinckley

Have a headboard that could use a punch? Consider following its natural line with nailhead detailing for dimension and interest.

Cristi Holcombe Interiors, LLC

Hightlight the unique construction of a headboard by lining nailhead trimming the side down.

Don’t overlook a table. Should you really feel as if yours can use an upgrade, it can be time to apply the nailheads.

For People design

You can earn nailhead trim as simple or as extravagant as you pick. This console takes it a step further with additional detailing.

Sindahl

Have a chest of drawers or cabinetry that could use some spice? Give it with a unique nailhead design and it will be anything but a bore.

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LDa Architecture & Interiors

Feel free to take nailheads out of their upholstery comfort zone also. What an incredibly chic program on these front doors!

LDa Architecture & Interiors

A nailhead pattern on a string of interior doorways is definitely unexpected.

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