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A large expanse of space, staircase walls deserve some of your decorative attention, and that’s where these staircase wall ideas come in. 

Employing color, hanging wallpaper, or adding paneling can transform plain walls, while artwork, wall sculpture, or other wall-hung displays can equally give this part of your home personality, and make the staircase far more than simply a way up and down.

Here, we’ve put together staircase walls ideas along with expert input to make your hallway ideas beautiful and individual. 

Staircase wall ideas

Make the most of the large blank canvas above and below the staircase with staircase wall ideas for homes both modern and traditional in their style. From staircase ideas that include structural elements, such as paneling, to simple tricks like hanging artwork, these are our favorites.

1. Create a vignette

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Whether you're looking for landing ideas or a way to draw attention to the wall at the bottom of the stairs, there's always an area that can become a focal point with clever styling. 

‘In this particular project, we were bringing a more classic, but sort of stodgy, interior space up to date and refreshing the entry area helped set a better tone for the house all around,’ explains Liz Lapan, showroom manager at In Detail Interiors .

‘After a fresh coat of paint we wanted to keep the feeling clean but offer a comfortable little vignette that featured artwork on the walls (stairwell areas are always a great space for more of a salon-style hang with artwork which means you can use a litany of different styles and sizes of art) and added a foyer table paired with some stools. 

‘When doing this at home think about your sightlines, colors, a mix of frame styles – and don’t be afraid to lay things out on the floor first and use a friend to help hold things up to see how they look and feel before committing to their placement on the wall. ’

2. Make a display

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Wall decor ideas are a great way to create a point of interest and you can easily curate a display on a staircase wall with sculptural objects. These round pieces create a fluid shape but are sufficiently close to one another to make an impact as a group.

These are hung on a backdrop of wallpaper but their shape and texture ensures they’re not lost against the bold pattern. Similar colors and curvaceous lines make the pairing of display and wallpaper cohesive.

3. Make staircase walls surprising

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Unconventional choices can make impactful staircase wall ideas. ‘For an outside-of-the-box idea and application, I added shoes on the walls and ceilings, winding up four flights of stairs in this contemporary home,’ says Jessica Davis, principal designer of JL Design .  

‘By following the steps of the shoes you are led to a rooftop deck for lounging. This unexpected installation creates surprise and delight to those who enter and introduces fun pops of color in the process. ’

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The right staircase wall ideas can make it a destination rather than merely a circulation area – and hallway wallpaper ideas are an obvious option.

‘The stairway in this photo is located in the main entrance to the home,’ says Mark Lavender, principal designer of M. Lavender Interiors . 

‘We were looking for that strong statement as you entered the home and found it with the Shanghai wallpaper from Scalamandré. We decided to go for it and use it on all walls as well as the matching fabric on the Roman shade.’

5. Use paneling for staircase walls

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Paneling ideas are a classic choice for staircase walls and have both aesthetic and practical benefits.

‘Paneling adds depth to this entryway, and dresses up the space,’ says Julie Dodson of Dodson Interiors . ‘On stairs, paneling is nice because it’s wipeable and easy to clean.  

‘This particular home was gutted and restored, and we wanted to create some depth and texture on the wall. You can do this with wallpaper, but that wasn’t the homeowners’ style. They are a little more traditional-meets-transitional, so we chose a more modern paneling with even squares.’

6. Multiply the view

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Consider hanging a mirror in addition to artwork on a staircase wall. Decorating with mirrors can provide a pleasing alternative view of the detail of the staircase and your choice of stair runner or carpet as well as the artwork hung there.

The dimensions of a staircase wall offer the opportunity to scale up a mirror hung there as well as pictures for a look that’s clean lined and unfussy.

7. Be bold with artwork

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Gallery wall ideas are a favorite decor choice for staircase walls, and allows pieces to be enjoyed to the maximum as they’re located in a much-used part of the home.

‘Our client had a very eclectic and robust art collection including these famous prints,’ says Mark Lavender. ‘We chose the basic black and white plaid pattern to serve as a canvas for the more bold art pieces.’

8. Opt for a textural staircase wall 

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For subtle but unmistakeable decorative detail consider a textural finish for the staircase wall. 

‘This is a floating staircase with a stacked stone wall for its backdrop,’ says Missy Stewart, principal designer at Missy Stewart Designs . 

‘The light-up tree is a beautiful welcoming beacon in this entry. We added a replica of a city grate to complete the look.’

9. Strike a balance with architectural features

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When a staircase is a stand-out feature of a home, it pays to exercise restraint when considering staircase wall ideas. 

‘Houston-based Robert Dame did the architecture for this home,’ says Julie Dodson. ‘The wood beams and the asymmetrical ceiling created a moody backdrop for the staircase. Sometimes you have to let the architecture speak for itself when it comes to decorating stairs. Here, it was more about textures than anything else.

‘The artwork didn’t need to be big or overwhelm the space; it’s proportional to the small scale of the staircase. A larger work would have taken away from the architecture and that moodiness.’

10. Play with tradition

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Hanging a classically patterned wallpaper can strike a traditional note for the entrance to a home as well as adding interest to the staircase. However, it can be worth teaming hallway wallpaper ideas with more contemporary decor.

‘We had selected this very traditional damask wallcovering for a stair hall in our client’s home,’ says Mark Lavender. 

As for the choice of stair runner: ‘We liked the idea of bringing in a more irregular modern pattern to run against the strictly traditional wallcovering,’ he explains.  ‘We love the tension these two concepts create with each other.’

How can I make my stairwell more interesting?

To make a stairwell more interesting, treat it as you would the rest of your home, considering paint or wallpaper to change the look of the walls. Adding paneling, meanwhile, makes for a sophisticated finish but it’s also protective, sparing the walls bumps and scuffs in a busy family home.

Consider hanging pictures, whether that’s a themed gallery, or one linked by the color of the picture frames. Objects can create an alternative display on the walls, and since staircase walls can be sizeable, there’s an opportunity to show off larger pieces from wallhangings to more quirky found pieces.

How do you decorate a small staircase?

A small staircase can easily pack a decorative punch despite its proportions. It’s important not to make passage up and down the stairs difficult, so for walls use paint or wallpaper rather than hanging pictures or other pieces if these could get knocked during everyday comings and goings.

Use stair paint ideas to dress up plain treads or consider staircase carpet ideas for color, pattern, and a more forgiving surface underfoot. 

Think about whether to upgrade balusters or change a handrail to a more interesting and tactile material – new staircase railing ideas can have a massive impact. 

Think imaginative staircase lighting ideas, too: hang beautiful pendant lighting, too, rather than sticking with plain ceiling-recessed lights.

Sarah is a freelance journalist and editor. Previously executive editor of Ideal Home, she’s specialized in interiors, property and gardens for over 20 years, and covers interior design, house design, gardens, and cleaning and organizing a home for H&G. She’s written for websites, including Houzz, Channel 4’s flagship website, 4Homes, and Future’s T3; national newspapers, including The Guardian; and magazines including Future’s Country Homes & Interiors, Homebuilding & Renovating, Period Living, and Style at Home, as well as House Beautiful, Good Homes, Grand Designs, Homes & Antiques, LandLove and The English Home among others. It’s no big surprise that she likes to put what she writes about into practice, and is a serial house renovator. 

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So, you've decided to renovate your home. Great! You probably have plenty of thoughts from kitchen décor ideas to bedroom decorating ideas, but there's a smaller space you're probably overlooking within all your design plans: the staircase. For many houses, the staircase is one of the first things you see when you enter your home, so you want to make sure it's beautiful to look at. These staircase ideas will fill you with inspiration, from inspiration for painted floors to expert tricks for hanging pictures. No matter what your style is, there's a plan on this list that's perfect for your preferences and your budget.

For instance, while there are plenty of farmhouse decor ideas, you can certainly find tons of modern inspiration here as well. One of the greatest parts about stair decorations is how a few simple additions can go a long way. Just adding a few paintings or other adornments can completely transform your staircase. Of course, you could go big and completely change the wallpaper (try removable wallpaper for a less permanent fix) or paint color for a bigger difference that will make a major impact. It's all up to you how you decide to implement these creative staircase ideas.

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Dark Paint

Don't be afraid to make a bold statement with your staircase, like this one that's painted an inky gray. Offset the dark with light paint on the walls and warm details with picture frames and lighting fixtures.

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Under the Stairs Pantry

If you're unsure of what to do with a little nook under your stairs, transform it into an adorable and versatile pantry, complete with a hidden door or barn door.

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Decorative Vase

A large vase or accent piece can find a home in the corner of an L-shaped staircase for an easy decor idea.

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Helen Norman

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Old Shutters

Use recycled shutters for a creative wall decoration over your staircase, like these distressed wood shutters that give a rustic touch.

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Print Party

Don't hesitate to mix and match different textures and prints throughout your home, like Mimi Pickard (the owner of this English countryside abode) did. The entry flows seamlessly into a living area thanks to the sisal rugs and walls covered in damask by Peggy Angus for Blithfield.

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Permanent Ladder

When stairs won't do, opt for a sturdy, permanent ladder like this one with an iron railing to make climbing up and down easier.

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Pawfect Portraits

If your furry friend is more like family, consider decorating an area in honor of your pooch. A wall of dog silhouettes and portraits add collected charm to this space.

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Work From Home

Sarah and Russell Bennett maximized every inch of their Monroe, Georgia, farmhouse. The couple transformed the traditionally overlooked space beneath the stairwell into a home office.

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Set up a Scene

Find a few additions that complement each other seamlessly. Along with the rustic wreath and chair, we especially love the shelf displaying miniature succulents.

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Lark and Linen

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Wild With Wallpaper

Turn up a simple staircase's "wow" factor by adorning the walls with a pretty patterned paper.

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Perfectly Polished

This Ventura, California, residence features "sleek architecture with warm materials" throughout the stunning space. The wood stairs—complete with a thin railing and a glass barrier—are a focal point.

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Douglas Friedman

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Plenty of Paintings

Does your artwork hang out in storage because there's no room to display it in your home? Take a tip from designer Ken Fulk, who hung oil pantings all over the place—including above and underneath his staircase.

David A. Land

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Remove and Reveal

Don't worry if you don't like what you see—there might be something even better underneath! The owner of this once-foreclosed Wisconsin farmhouse stripped away old carpeting to reveal yellow and green paint.

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Deliberately Simple

Paul Caddell, the owner of this modest New York cottage, added just a single handrail on the side of his stairwell for a simplistic look. He also installed vertical beadboard to give the impression of taller ceilings.

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Try Ladder Style

Two Tennessee brothers replaced a dilapidated and enclosed staircase and installed this ladder-style solution that matches the rest of the home.

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Go Wild

More is more with this Hampton's saltbox home. The homeowners added a piano, a light fixture, and a boar bust—among other items—at the bottom of their stairwell.

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Rugged and Rustic

This quaint California barn is simple yet stunning with matching wood throughout the entire space. House flipper Laura Parker decided to add some warmth to the area by simply placing an oversized rug at the landing.

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Nothing but Neutrals

Whites, browns, and similar hues will make your entire home look clean—even when it's not! This New York guesthouse takes inspiration from Scandinavian design for a refined look.

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Light Up Your Entryway

The entryway in this restored farmhouse from the 1800s was originally two tones of green and had built-in shelving that made the space feel small. Now a rug and various coat hangers contrast with the bright white to welcome guest in and make them feel right at home.

John Ellis

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Vintage Venture

Antique portraits line the stairwell in this California farmhouse and create a unique look. The quirky lineup is also great conversation starter.

Tria Giovan

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Pattern All Over

The tranquil shade of the wallpaper and stair runner creates a coastal vibe that is equal parts fun and elegant. Try this and other fun summery ideas for your lake house decor.

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Stair Runner

Lay down a stair runner to add pattern and interest to your steps. The well-worn stair runner at this 18th-century farmhouse is a fond reminder of guests who have come and gone.

Gridley and Graves

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Beach Vibes

If you didn't know you were near the ocean before entering this house, the sea-foam green staircase might be a huge clue. Built in 1855, this Maine home embraces its history and geography with pastel colors and vintage signs, and the picnic baskets add to the summery theme.

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Timeless Black and White

Before the renovation of this 1850s New York home, the stairs were covered in oriental carpet, and the walls were a bright salmon pink. Now, crisp white walls complement the dark steps, and a simple Moravian star lights up the entry.

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Wall of Art

Art lines this entire staircase wall, adding pops of color to the white and mushroom-colored space.

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Bold Wallpaper

As firm believers that there's no such thing as a "pass-through space," the owners of this Catskills home planted floral wallpaper up the stairwell, which continues into the bedroom.

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Faux Planked Walls

To create the look of planked walls without the hassle or expense, the homeowner of this rural Connecticut farmhouse drew horizontal lines with pencil in the stairwell.

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Hardy Materials

When it came to building materials, country superstar Ronnie Dunn opted for hardy, can-take-a-beating options in keeping with the barn aesthetic in his Tennessee barn home. Among those selections: 12-inch-wide white oak plank floors that provide a striking contrast below the staircase.

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Nautical Vibe

A Garnet Hill rug and porthole-shaped mirror reinforce the nautical vibe of this family-friendly New York home's staircase, painted in Benjamin Moore's Big Country Blue. The trunk was a flea-market bargain.

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Black and Polished

The slick painted banister, along with a few other black touches, grounds the space and prevents the red, white, and blue palette from feeling kitschy in thisTexas home.

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Wall decoration ideas.

DIY wall decor. Original ideas and photos. Unusual wall decor in the living room

Ideas for decorating the wall. DIY wall decor. Original ideas and photos. Unusual wall decor in the living room

Wall decoration is usually the final stage of construction work. In such a situation, even at the design stage, a color and stylistic solution is determined, materials are selected, and the necessary blanks are made. If we are talking about the need to change the old interior that has become boring for several years, or to transform the appearance of one or more walls without carrying out large-scale repair measures, you can use creative ideas and independently introduce original notes into the decorative solution of the room. How to decorate the walls with your own hands, based on fashion trends, later in our article.

Wall decor with improvised materials

If you have the skills to work with scissors and paints, quickly make wall decor with your own hands can be made from ordinary items.

Decor from toilet paper rolls
  1. After collecting the cardboard rolls left after using toilet paper, they are slightly flattened and cut into equal parts, each of which will later become a flower petal.
  2. Now, from the cut pieces, you need to make a single composition. To do this, all the elements are glued together with side planes, then they are given the necessary shape and painted in the desired color. Graceful paper wall decor is ready.

Important to know! Unusual wall design in a classic house is always popular. Even with minimal financial investment, you can recreate a noble atmosphere in the interior or hallway by making cardboard bricks and painting them in the desired color.

Textured wall painting

Textured wall painting is used to give them relief and create a bright accent in the interior. During the work, it is possible to use various technologies with which you can transform any room in accordance with your taste.

When using the technology of texture painting, the surface does not need to be leveled, thus, the replacement of a certain section of the wall is possible at any stage.

Here are some practical tips to help you decorate your walls quickly and with great results.

Preparatory work

For best results, before starting work, the walls are puttied in one layer, well are stripped then are painted is emulsion based. Texture paint is applied to the surface in three ways.

Texture painting technology:

  1. To begin with, the walls are cleaned of the old paint composition, all cracks are repaired, the place of puttying is polished, after which the surface is covered with a special primer.
  2. Next, to create a tint tone, a base coat of paint is applied. Usually acrylic paint is used for this in light colors (light gray, beige or white). The paint is applied with a conventional roller, which can be purchased at any hardware store.
  3. After application, you need to wait for the paint to set and only then proceed to create picturesque textures.
  4. Apply the glaze to the wall with a fly brush, pressing the tips of the bristles into the fresh coating, so that a clear structural mark is left on the surface. In order for the deep drawing not to be smeared, it is recommended to clean the bristles of the brush as often as possible.
  5. Depending on preference, the brush can be replaced with a fabric whose fibrous structure will change the texture of the wall, giving it an interesting and unpredictable pattern. Particular attention should be paid to the corners, they must be perfectly even. For butt finishing, it is best to use small brushes.
  6. After the glaze is completely dry, it is necessary to apply varnish in several layers or cover the surface with a transparent glaze without its texturing. Processing the strip from floor to ceiling in one step, it is recommended to do it together.

Even amateurs can do this type of work, but it will take perseverance and patience to achieve an excellent result.

Wall photo gallery

Decorating one of the walls with photographs brings a feeling of family unity into the interior, creates a special mood, awakening the kindest and brightest feelings.

These can be large portraits, genre scenes or everyday shots. Collage looks great, allowing you to fit a lot of images. If desired, it can be made thematic by dedicating it to a significant event, anniversary date or one of the family members. 9Photo frame in different sizes and shapes give the interior a modern dynamism. For example, the space makes the space more conservative and static - the design of the wall with rectangular frames, which are arranged along a strict horizontal line in one or more lines. Unites this composition into a single whole - the color shade of the frames.

You can move away from the usual way of posting photos by decorating the wall with a stylized image of a trunk, successfully placing portraits of household members on its branches, creating a whole family tree.

Photographs, not framed, but pasted on thick cardboard in rich colors, echoing the color motifs of other objects, will help to give the interior sophistication and originality. They are fixed on stretched cords, fishing line, chains.

Wise quotes, important wishes, monograms, written on high-quality thick paper in an elegant font and framed by a gilded frame, will be emphasized and romantic. They are placed next to photographs or on an adjacent wall, thus creating a rhythm-filled space.

Important! If the wall area is small, it is not necessary to create a large composition. You can place one photo on a narrow glass shelf, highlighting it with beautiful backlighting.

Volumetric elements

Architectural decor completely changes the surrounding space, becoming the center of the entire room. Having a free wall in a spacious room, with the help of volumetric elements, you can turn it into a cozy relaxation corner, combining it with an exhibition of your favorite collectibles.

Having equipped a shallow false wall, they construct a built-in decorative, small niches with glass and soft lighting. Objects placed in such niches attract attention in such lighting. A portal with antique semi-columns and imitation of stucco will help to decorate the fireplace.

In order not to disturb the harmony, the color scheme of the facade planes is matched to the overall style of the interior. The color stylized as noble marble looks advantageous.

Frames as an element of decor

Create an amazing world of aesthetics with frames that remove glass and paint cardboard in bright colors. The material and color scheme of the frame is selected for the specific style of the room.

  1. Strictly shaped rectangular products made of precious woods will easily fit into the classic surroundings.
  2. Provence looks harmonious with smooth lines and rounded corners.
  3. For eclecticism, you can choose frames of the same shade, but of various shapes and configurations.

Another option for decorating the walls will be a single frame shape, but with different colors and textures of the material.

Empty frames are assembled in various combinations and shapes. They can create strict horizontals, verticals, move diagonally. From small frames create geometric shapes or dynamic curved lines.

An interesting stylish image arises if several frames are fixed on one image, breaking it into several fragments.

Using paintings

Paintings, which have long been a win-win option for wall decoration, create a certain mood .

Wall decoration in style will be supported by images with clear ordered lines on an achromatic background. They should have a simple frame without unnecessary decorative elements.

Important! If several small posters are selected, they are aligned in one line.

Noble, ancient Provence style suggests the presence of paintings depicting idyllic rural landscapes or genre scenes, and frames stylized as solid wood with impeccable varnishing and carving will add more attractiveness to the interior.

Modular paintings bring a touch of modernity to the interior, allowing you to create compositions in accordance with your own preferences. Stylishly combines red furniture and black and white paintings. Adherents of calm elegant solutions will suit floral motifs in beige tones.

Mirror fantasies

Mirrors are especially respected by designers, especially when decorating interiors, as they visually expand the space. When fixed under the ceiling along the entire perimeter of the wall, the mirror border creates the impression of a significant increase in the height of the room.

You can bring a feeling of celebration and freshness into the room, if you place small mirrors framed by frames stylized as aristocratic marble or mysterious malachite on a free section of the wall. Place them randomly or in a clear order. Free layout brings swiftness, makes the interior more dynamic.

Soft decor

Soft panels allow you to create an expressive image of the room, bring coziness and comfort into it. Their surface is created from textiles, leather or faux fur. Adds volume with environmentally friendly padding.

These decorative elements are most often used on the wall at the head of the bed.

It is possible to create a subtle and refined interior in the living room if you wrap plywood sheets of the required dimensions with noble fabric. Brocade or velvet with bright colorful ornaments will add an unusual oriental accent.

Such panels, placed on the wall, visually highlight the guest area, where chairs and a table are placed. A decorative fireplace will also fit perfectly there.

If you know how to sew, you will succeed decorative wall element in timeless patchwork technique ( patchwork ). Exclusive knitted products are crocheted or knitted. Openwork or multi-color patterns, well-chosen to the main interior style, give the room a complete author's look.

They are stretched over a round or rectangular base and create a planned compositional pattern. If necessary, use to enhance the overall perception of the frame.

Decorative paper elements

Walls can be skillfully decorated with butterflies, flowers, created from paper - corrugated, writing, papyrus. Light parts are fixed with double-sided tape and are easily restored or replaced with other decor. On a wall painted in a neutral color, the thinnest paper details form lines - horizontal, diagonal, broken, curved, concentric, vertical and others.

You can make them in joint creativity with children. By fixing circles on the fishing line that change color saturation from yellow to orange or from blue to purple, it is possible to create a special dynamic atmosphere.

Use of plates

Special charm and sophistication for interior wall decoration have wall plates. Collectible items with paintings are quite expensive. However, it is possible to make the kitchen solemnly elegant if fragments of the ornament are glued onto ordinary porcelain or plastic plates. It can be the splendor of refined Gzhel or majestic Zhostovo painting. You can decorate the kitchen surroundings with bright Gorodets motifs.

After spending a little time, you can decorate the plates with elegant pastel or contrast ornaments using decoupage technique. It will add mood and emphasize the special style of the room by transferring the ornament present on the curtains to the plates. For these purposes, individual fragments can be cut out of the remnants of the fabric and, using a transparent varnish, fix them on a plywood mug.

Important! Plastic products from varnish can be deformed, so PVA glue is used to work with them.

Vinyl stickers

You can quickly update the interior if decorate the walls with ready-made vinyl stickers . Among the extensive assortment, you can choose images with various color combinations, shapes and sizes.

For example, a picture of a window expands the room. The same purpose is served by the appearance on the wall of a road stretching into the distance, fields and meadows, or boundless outer space. A nautical theme would be great in a bathroom. Dark scenes are not suitable for home interiors.

Important to know! Vinyl stickers are easy to replace if you need to freshen up the interior or add new notes to it.

Wall painting

Since ancient times, painting has been the most popular method of decorating walls. In order for the final result to turn out to be honed graceful, it is necessary to have not artistic abilities, but also a rich imagination.

Drawing is done with tempera, acrylic, water-based, oil paints. Having mastered certain skills, you can use an airbrush, spray cans with mother-of-pearl, fluorescent paints (Fig. 1).

Creative ideas for wall decor
  1. 3D drawings add amazing expressiveness and depth to the wall , for which, at the first stage, relief semi-volumetric images are made from the plaster mass. Then they are beautifully painted. (fig.2)
  2. The easiest way to give plain walls an unusual color sound is to apply stripes . The edges are sealed with masking tape, which allows you to get perfectly even edges of the image. You can vary the width, color, direction of the stripes. (fig.3)
  3. Connoisseurs mural even without mastering artistic techniques, it will be possible to bring a special mood to the interior, if you use stencils . They do not need to be made on their own, as a wide range is presented in specialized stores and salons, allowing you to choose the planned pattern. (fig.4)
  4. It's even easier to decorate wall planes with stamps. Pre sketch in progress and markup is done . This will avoid mistakes. Rubber is used as a material for stamps. There are foam rubber and wooden products, as well as in the form of a roller. For home use, simple stamps are cut from ordinary potatoes. (fig.5)

Beautiful DIY wall decor is the end result of a lot of work, patience and perseverance.

(Fig. 1) Beautiful wall painting made by hand

(Fig. 2) 3D image of a musical violin, which remains to be beautifully beaten with a pattern

(Fig. 3) Bright stripes on the wall wall

Flowers in the interior

Fans of home floriculture often place plants on the walls using planters. If ampel varieties are selected for these purposes, forming entire waterfalls of shoots descending, covered with foliage and flowers, then it will be possible to create a magnificent vertical that enhances the perception of homeliness and comfort.

The graceful shape of the pots serves as a decorative additional element that allows you to place flower arrangements on narrow, almost invisible glass shelves. In such situations, priority is given to compact flowers, picking them up according to the shades of the petals.

flower beds. You can enhance the effect with the help of mirror elements placed on the wall behind the pots. This technique expands the space, makes it unusual and mysterious.

Video: how to decorate the walls in the house

There are a lot of ways to decorate the walls. Some of them are easy to do on your own, allowing you to quickly update them with improvised materials, and some will require certain skills. Good luck with your changes.

How to decorate a wall in a room with your own hands

What is created especially for decorating walls? That's right, wallpaper. They do not have to be glued at all, you can, for example, place large cuts between plastic panels or insert a particularly beautiful sample into a large frame.


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You can cut a few rectangles out of a roll of beautifully printed wallpaper and paste them into smaller frames to create a series of abstract paintings that can be hung just the way you want.



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If you don't have the rest of beautiful wallpaper on hand, consider another traditional way to decorate your walls - a carpet. We do not call for hanging a heavy grandmother's inheritance on the wall, but suddenly on the mezzanine you have an unusual scarf, a vintage tapestry or a large embroidery. Fasteners can be made from improvised materials: take an example from the mistress of this house and use, for example, trouser hangers.



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Do you really want to hang your favorite, but small picture, which will obviously be lost on a huge wall? Make her a huge passe-partout. It is not even necessary to re-frame the picture, just find another larger frame, and paint over the empty space or fill it with colored paper, as in this house. The picture can be replaced with a mirror, as artist Dana Gibson did.



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Do not go out of fashion, but for the purposes of this article, it is not so much their relevance that is important to us, but the fact that many of these images are available for download in good resolution. More and more museums are scanning and making archives available for free, so you can easily find illustrations to your liking.




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We continue to develop museum collections. Create your own mural by printing your favorite painting on adhesive paper. You can also use plain paper, then the picture will have to be attached to the wall with buttons or wallpaper paste.



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Abbey Nova dining room walls decorated with many children's drawings in the same bright frames. Super cheap and the most touching option.



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The author of the Nalle's House blog shares a master class on how to beautifully hang a cut of any fabric on the wall. You only need four wooden planks, a few screws and a rope. You can paint the fabric yourself, find it in a store or buy a ready-made decorative canvas.



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DIY wall decor. Walls are perhaps the most significant part of any interior. This is the largest surface of any room, which primarily attracts the eye.

Today, in any store selling finishing materials, you can find a wide selection of wallpapers for any interior. In addition to wallpaper for wall decoration, you can use decorative plaster , paint, wall panels and more.

But what if the entire assortment presented does not satisfy the tastes of the owners of the apartment? You can always use DIY wall decoration - this is a good chance to show your creativity and give the interior a personality.

Many professional interior designers decorate the walls by hand when designing room decor. There are many ways to give the interior originality - from decorating the walls with photographs within and ending with a large-scale hand-painted .

DIY wall decor options

Walls can be decorated in many ways. Designers are constantly creating new decor options that emphasize the overall mood of the room. Wondering how to decorate a wall? We offer the most interesting decor ideas that you can implement in your home on your own.

The most original can even make a cage. For those who find this method too simple, painting with acrylic paints is suitable. This painting is suitable for a nursery, living room, bedroom or trendy kitchen. If you don't have artistic talents, you can always hire a decorator to do any painting on the wall.

When choosing a painting, you should be guided by a plot suitable for the interior. DIY photo wall decor is made much easier - decorate the walls with the happiest moments of your life.

Photographs can be made into large collages and framed. Another option for individual decor is decorating the wall with a family tree with photographs of all family members. The tree itself can be painted with paints.

Well-thought-out wall decor not only fits into the design of the room, but also creates a cozy, homely atmosphere. Try to create your own original design that everyone will like. About everything in more detail later in the article.

DIY

The easiest way to decorate with your own hands is to use wallpaper. The monophonic version looks trite, with its help it does not emphasize the originality of the design.

Photo wallpapers produced today are different from the Soviet ones. Technologies allow creating images in 3D format, making them voluminous, attractive, and of high quality. The advantage of this decor method is the ability to create an individual pattern.

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3D wallpapers based on photos look original. The captured frame from real life creates a special comfort, homely atmosphere.

Classic is not suitable for creating an original effect, but as a basis for further decoration. To decorate the room with paintings, lamps, and other attributes, classic wallpaper will be a good basis. They are performed in bright colors, if there is a drawing, then it is uncomplicated.

Euro wallpaper - the opposite of the classic, they are decorated with rich ornaments, often in silver, gold shades. They will not look harmonious in every room . Unsuccessful will be the use of euro wallpaper for a country-style bedroom, Provencal cuisine. Their main use is for living rooms, halls.

Vinyl wallcoverings are often used to decorate rooms to make them stand out. This is an independent, bright element of the interior, usually in bright colors. The advantage of vinyl wallpaper is that it can be adapted to most types of design.

Decor stickers

There is a variety of themes for interior stickers, most often they are used to decorate bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens. They are made from vinyl.

Those who have already tried to decorate a room with this option highlight its advantages:

Stickers look original in kitchen decor. Look beautiful:

With the help of stickers you can freshen up the monochromatic interior of the kitchen, hide minor flaws.

Decor with wood

Wood in the interior has not gone out of fashion for many years. Some wood decor options are expensive, others are cheaper.

The following options are in demand:

Previously, decorating a room with wood was perceived as decoration for country houses. This perception of this material is a thing of the past.

Flowers

You can make flowers yourself, which will save you money. You can make many small buds or several large ones, flower arrangements of different sizes also look beautiful.

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To make the decoration look voluminous, you can make petals from hearts folded in half.

A more complicated, expensive looking option is to create a frame around or inside which flowers are placed. They are hung not just in a chaotic manner over the entire surface area, but wrap around the frame around the edges or evenly fill it. The white panel, decorated in this way, looks original.

Putty

As a result of using putty, you can get:

To begin with, we prepare the composition by preparing the necessary materials in advance:

Work begins with standard surface preparation - removal of debris, application of a primer, start. Then putty is applied with the chosen technique. To get a relief, we apply the prepared mixture on the wall so that the layer thickness is 2-4 cm, squeeze out the drawing with a spatula.

Another way is to extrude the image by "drawing" it with a spatula. The solution is applied in different directions. To get granularity, you need to treat the entire surface with a hard washcloth immediately after applying the solution.

Kitchen options

If you want to get creative with your kitchen walls, consider these options.

Plates

Often one part of the kitchen can be decorated with beautiful saucers, plates. They can be vintage, collectible, plain white, painted. The main thing is to securely fasten them.

Boards

Ordinary cutting boards look ordinary on the table, but if you hang them up, it will be original. It is better to use boards decorated with any painting, you need them to be combined with each other. You can supplement them with unusual forms for baking, trays.

Message Board

To update the interior of the kitchen every day, hang a slate or chalk board on one of the walls. The hostess can use such a device for practical purposes: write a menu, a list of products for purchase, and other notes. For children, the board will become a favorite place in the house, they will definitely find a use for it.

Art painting

Looks rich and has been on trend for centuries. Handmade in any room looks elegant. Drawing can be beautiful, funny, motivating.

For the living room

Enough time is usually devoted to the design of this room, since it is intended for receiving guests. Each living room decor option has its own advantages:

If you want to change something in the design of your rooms, wall decoration is a good chance to personalize the interior and show your creativity. Today, in any store you can find various finishing materials, such as photo wallpapers, paint, decorative plaster, wall panels and much more. You can also decorate the walls by hand.

Below we present a selection of ideas to help you inspire your creations.

Horizontal stripes on the walls will visually expand the room and emphasize the overall style

Before you start painting the walls, arm yourself with chalk or a simple pencil, a construction tape measure and a level. Choose two different shades, one of which will be the base. It should be lighter than the other color. If you are going to paint a wall with stripes of the same color, but with different textures (glossy and matte), matte should be used as the base paint. An alternative to stripes can be stencils with which you can create an original composition.

DIY patterns on the wall

You can also use a cloth, napkin, sponge or putty to create unique textures. One has only to turn on the fantasy, and you can create a real masterpiece!

Original DIY wall decor ideas

The use of a stencil is considered the most convenient for applying an image. It can be made of plastic, cardboard, plywood or paper. The main thing is to skillfully choose a pattern and style. Before you start painting, prepare the wall. It must be perfectly clean, free of dust and dirt. Then attach the template as tightly as possible. This is very important, because if the stencil does not fit snugly against the wall, paint can flow under it. At the end, leave the filled template to dry completely and remove the stencil.

Unusual wall decor in the living room

Due to its simplicity, the use of decorative blanks has become the most common. Often, wallpaper is purchased for this purpose. Now it will not be difficult to find wallpaper with a ready-made applied ornament. Recently, photo wallpapers are in demand. In this case, you will get real paintings, landscapes and create a panorama of your favorite city in the room.

Original Wall Decor Ideas

Triangles are a modern art trend. When choosing this wall design, use soft pastel colors, limiting yourself to a small number of colors.

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