Top 10 Wall Decor Ideas
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If you've landed on this page, it's probably because you're looking for inspiration. Maybe you're even completely lacking inspiration ! Don't panic, I'm here to try to answer your questions. 😊
As you might expect, the decorating process is the final step in interior design. Once the work is complete, wall decorations are incredibly pleasing to come home with. Creating a beautiful environment yourself brings a special kind of satisfaction, you'll see.
If you have some free time and want to create an original design, don't hesitate to let your creativity run wild. I've prepared a selection of modern wall decor ideas that will help you transform your space in a simple and creative way! Welcome to original decor !
1. Watercolor
If you're looking for subtle and light patterns for your interior, watercolors will be perfect for this task. Why? Simply because the translucent spots will subtly fill the space and create a simple, graceful shape.
To apply a delicate decoration, highlight an accent area of a wall. For example, near the bed in the bedroom, the sofa in the living room, or near the workstation. White wallpaper, paint, and plaster will be perfect as a canvas for your image. 😉
The technique of wall decoration does not present any particular difficulties. An excellent effect is achieved by abstractions in the form of spots or splashes.
Take a gouache, well diluted with water and in a muted shade, apply a line underneath, then wash it out with water, and so on for each successive line. Finish with a transparent varnish. This way, you get attractive stains that fill the room with dynamism, but also tenderness.
The watercolor technique is surprisingly simple, yet the results can be truly stunning. Color combinations will also greatly influence the overall impression. You can also create stripes on a section of wall. Use the same thickness and size if you want a consistent effect, or from smallest to largest if you want a fun optical effect.
If you like softness, use pastel colors. The only limit is your imagination. If you used to do graffiti in your previous life, don't hesitate to use spray paint, but you really need to get the hang of it.
2. Garlands
Garlands are an irreplaceable attribute of wall decoration for New Year's Eve, birthdays, a romantic evening or simply a cozy atmosphere .
It's no coincidence that this is the most versatile type of festive decoration . Cozy lamps can be hung in any season, but it's especially relevant to use them in autumn and winter, when natural light is extremely scarce. 👌
It's a well-known fact that light affects our mood. String lights on the wall can provide a kind of light therapy, while still looking great! 😍
There are many options for decorating your walls with garlands:
- There's no need to hang a large number of these elements; even a shimmering thread attached to the wall will add a mysterious magic to the atmosphere. On the other hand, you can also hang a large number of pieces on a single wall. Adapt to the existing ones. For example, very attractive lighting against a white and brick background in Scandinavian and loft interiors.
- Create an impromptu photo gallery. It's simple: arrange the garland in the shape of a snake and attach a photo to it. This way, you'll get reminders of warm moments in your life with a soft light "filter." A simple but effective idea.
- Modern wall decor manufacturers offer string lights with micro-lamps, so don't miss out on this opportunity. Their items are inexpensive but very cute. Most of them are battery-operated, which is very convenient. You can place them in jars, bottles, mugs, lanterns on shelves, etc. Comfort and good humor are guaranteed!
I'm not a big fan of wall lights because I think they look old-fashioned, but you can use garlands of light that will have the same effect: highlighting a part of the room or something on a wall (decorative object, painting, poster, etc.). They will act as accent lights. 💡
3. Metal plates and posters
By decorating the space with this decorative element, a poster, or a metal plate, you can achieve a rather unique design. Moreover, this approach meets the latest fashion trends in decoration.
This style is generally appreciated for parties and evenings of course, but also for everyday use. Our beer theme offers a lot of original ideas for wall decoration .
For example, in a vintage or retro style bedroom decor , or in the living room with a tavern theme or an industrial style. Our products will certainly meet your creativity and a personalized decor if you are a fan of drinks and more specifically beer.
With metal plates, you can use both vertical and horizontal shapes. Breaking the monotony of lines is always interesting and creates a quirky feel. Don't worry, you don't want your wall decor to look exactly like what you see in other people's homes? 😉 The main goal is still to personalize your cozy nest!
For your information, we offer more than 50 metal signs. They all measure 20x30cm, which is about the size of an A4 sheet of paper, so you can get an idea. Some even call them metal posters. 😍
Here's a little preview:
- Vintage plates that you can find by clicking here
- Timeless plaques that you can find by clicking here
- Unmissable plaques that you can find by clicking here
For posters , you will have the choice between playing the humor card or the learning card for your wall decoration ! By the way, a wall poster is also very useful if you want to hide a hole or a damaged wall lol!
You can always try to cover a wall, but that might be too much. 😝 On the other hand, you can create a patchwork style that can look great.
Here is a selection and if you want to find them, just click on the photos of our magnificent beer posters and beer posters :
4. Mirrors
Welcome to the world of Snow White…or not! Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest? That's how the trouble started, and you don't want it to end like this, do you? 😁
The mirror is an excellent companion for creating a fresh and light look in a room. Many people know the beneficial ability of mirrors to enlarge space, but have not yet taken advantage of it in wall decoration .
They are most often used in hallways and bathrooms for purely practical reasons. However, the decorative potential of these surfaces is enormous. Here are some advantages:
- Variety of sizes and configurations: huge products in the wall, round mirrors in steampunk style or broken polygons will be the highlight of any interior.
- Lots of framing possibilities. Sunburst frames are particularly trendy right now.
- Place several mirrors. Three medium-sized mirrors or 10-12 small squares will create a harmonious composition.
- Light effects. Ideally placed, they can reflect sunlight or a lamp onto another surface. This could be another wall, the ceiling, the floor, or even an object, so don't hesitate and have fun!
5. Chalk wallpaper
The name speaks for itself, this original variety of paint allows you to draw directly on the wall. It's a real boon for parents of young artists wanting to create wall decorations , for example. If it can also save you from graffiti with felt-tip pens (preferably permanent, otherwise it's no fun!) on your beautiful white walls... that's even better!
You can choose to cover an entire wall or just a section. Let your imagination run wild and get ready to marouflage, as Valérie Damidot would say! Marouflage seemed to be her hobby.
Chalk wallpaper opens up a wealth of possibilities for creativity . Here are a few examples:
- Write motivational phrases that help you maintain the right attitude and mindset. Another creative idea: liven up your phrases with stickers, posters, or a personalized metal sign like the ones I showed you earlier.
- Create themed pictures in the kitchen: draw fruits and vegetables, or hang soda and olive oil bottles and sign each variety next to or underneath.
- Measure the height of the smallest children in the house
- Count the days until the next vacation, draw flowers, garlands, light bulbs, arrows, in short, anything you can imagine!
The wallpaper alternative is slate or blackboard paint , just like in school days if you're familiar with it. You just need to paint the surface you like. Then, the principle remains the same as with wallpaper, except you'll have to get out the brushes to repaint over it if you want to change it.
You can also simply use beer stickers . Easy and practical, these beer stickers will add a touch of original wall decoration.
If you want a sticker to customize your fridge , we have one that is awesome! You can find it on our website by clicking on the photo.
6. Shelves
An example of the harmony between practicality and aesthetics in wall decoration . Open shelves do not fill the space as much as huge wardrobes and cupboards, but they serve to dress up a wall. If there are many of them, they can hold a large number of objects. 👍
It's up to you whether you'll use them for storage or to display decorative objects like pots, a vase, a cactus, a candle or just candlesticks, or even books. Don't put as many as in a bookcase to keep the airy feel. The whole thing should remain zen and cozy .
In the living room or bedroom, you can create a makeshift library. A sophisticated ceiling design in light or deep black will complement the modern style. Particularly trendy are structures with broken shapes, which have a very original look.
In the kitchen, this part of the interior will be perfect. Instead of a closed set, place dishes, spices, bottles, and glasses here. The shelves themselves can be hung on ropes.
They can be rectangles, hexagons, or cloud-shaped. Choose the appropriate option for a harmonious design.
If you have some crates that aren't too ugly or damaged, paint them and hang them on the wall; it looks good. 😊
Otherwise, you also have the option of choosing a design of a shelf filled with books or something else. It costs less, but the result isn't the same!
7. Stencils
It's very appropriate to decorate a monochrome wall using stencils and add your personal touch by adding posters or... even a blanket for wall decoration !
I'm saying this because we sell a model that represents the American flag. Some of our customers have told us that they have used it as decoration on their wall! They find that it gives a warm atmosphere to their living room. I have seen their photos but I am not allowed to publish them, sorry. 😣
Here is the beast:
Our American Flag blanket that you can find on our site by clicking here
Now back to my stencils . To begin, choose the image. Then, note that its silhouette must be very clear. Draw the ornament yourself or find a better version on the Internet and print it.
These can be simple shapes like triangles or silhouettes like butterflies. For large and complex images, use a grid that's the right scale for your wall decor .
Here's how to apply a wall stencil:
You'll have a sort of rough draft, which will need to be duplicated onto cardboard or plastic. If you're sewing, this is called a pattern. It's best to cut out the design with a sharp stationery knife or, failing that, a box cutter.
If minor mistakes were made during the process, don't rush to throw the stencil away. In some cases, slight irregularities can add a special charm , for example, in rustic, Scandinavian, or loft-style interiors.
That's the magic of decorating, which is an art form. A flaw can create a different or offbeat style. It's up to you to make it look like it was done on purpose!
Ink stamps can also be stylish if the designs are not too childish.
8. A ladder
You might be wondering what a ladder is for, right? Climbing to the ceiling to clean cobwebs? Not really, actually!
A ladder can be used to add depth to a room, hang objects, or even create shelves. Just visit a home decor store and you'll see that ladders are all the rage right now!
The ladder is placed on a wall, so it has its place in a wall decoration . In a bathroom it will make a towel rack with the most beautiful effect. 😉
Choose a wooden ladder instead of a plastic one; it's more eco-friendly and looks better, too. You can also attach the ladder horizontally with screws or hooks. Anything goes!
9. A sculpture
When I talk about sculpture, I mean it in the generic sense of the term! It's not about putting a bust that comes out of the wall (unless you like it, of course)...
If you have, for example, reclaimed wood ( pallets or old furniture) you can embark on the adventure of this original decoration . Recycling inspires many decorative ideas or decorative objects. You can keep the whole thing in raw wood or painted wood, it's up to you.
You'll find plenty of DIY (Do It Yourself) tutorials on YouTube. If you want to cover part of your wall with pallets, here's a tutorial:
Or you can take less risk and buy something that already exists in a wall decoration store!
10. A wall-mounted bottle opener
Aha! You hadn't thought of that, admit it! 😁 I won't talk here about our magnetic bottle openers that will attach themselves to your fridge or any other metal surface.
I'm referring to our models that you can mount on a wall. I can guarantee that some models will add a truly unique decorative touch to your home. The fun aspect is a plus!
You can install our wall-mounted bottle openers in your kitchen, living room, or on your bar if you have one.
Here are some examples of our models:
How to successfully decorate a wall
When you get to the stage of interior design , wall decor is the thing that reflects your creativity and personality. We can deduce your tastes and colors, the reflection of yourself. You have seen in this article that you have several avenues that you can explore. They are not incompatible with each other, by the way.
If you don't feel like using your hands or doing any DIY, you can always take a look at the decor section of our website. You'll get a broader idea of our content and now have more ideas for incorporating it into your own little design!
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