What to hang over bed in master bedroom
19 Designer Worthy Ideas For Over The Bed Decor
Decorating a bedroom is something I think gets frequently overlooked. I’m totally guilty of not giving our bedroom the time of day because I’d rather spend my time, energy, and money decorating the parts of our home that get seen more frequently by guests.
Since we moved into our new fixer upper, I’ve been thinking about how to decorate our master bedroom…even if we haven’t really started much in terms of actually decorating!
I’ve definitely been thinking about potential options for above bed decor, how to decorate above our bed, and even how to make our bedroom storage more functional.
I promise, bedroom, I’ll get to you someday soon (UPDATE: We’re done with our master bedroom now, check out how it turned out here!). Until then, I’m always following my own advice of trying to stick to one room at a time!
When it comes to decorating a bedroom, something that I think a lot of people struggle with is how to decorate over their bed.
It’s such a big blank wall that it can definitely be overwhelming! I decided to look to some of my favorite fellow bloggers for some inspiration and ideas. Here are 19 designer-worthy ideas for over the bed decor!
Table of Contents
- Hang a farmhouse sign
- Add a mirror above bed
- DIY wood planked wall
- Stencil the wall
- Hang a shelf
- Add a boho wall hanging
- Hang a gallery wall
- Add some wallpaper
- Make a wood plank headboard
- Hang a large flag
- Hang vintage plates
- Install board and batten
- Hang large scale words
- Hang large typographical prints
- Put a wreath above bed
- Layer frames on wall
- Add a neon sign
- Hang wooden art
- Add eucalpytus hanging
- Related – more bedroom ideas!
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Are you ready to see these awesome ideas for over the bed decor??
Hang a farmhouse sign above bed
You guys know how much I love the farmhouse style, so of course, one of my favorite above bed decor ideas is to hang a farmhouse sign above the bed.
One of the easiest ways to decorate above your bed is to hang a large sign – front and center.
Lauren from Bless’er Home does a great job styling this gorgeous blue cottage-style guest bedroom.
This farmhouse sign really stands out and gives the room that farmhouse charm. You can purchase this exact farmhouse wood sign here! It’s just perfect for a guest bedroom!
Here are some other farmhouse signs to put above your bed:
Put a mirror above bed
This inexpensive bedroom mirror that the DIY Playbook hangs above their bed adds so much to the big blank wall (which by the way, looks awesome covered in shiplap!).
Mirrors always make rooms look bigger and brighter…in fact, adding a mirror is one of the tips that I mentioned in this post about how to make a small room feel bigger.
There’s just something about the reflection in the mirror and seeing “more” room that really makes an impact and makes a room feel larger.
You can purchase this round brass mirror above the bed here! If you’re feeling like a DIY, you can even make your own DIY sunburst mirror to put over your headboard!
Looking for some other ideas for a mirror for above bed decor? Here are some cute options:
Install a DIY wood planked wall behind bed
How cool is this DIY wood planked wall that my good friend Amanda at Love & Renovations came up with?!
I love the rustic and unique look of the charred wood planks she used on the wall behind her bed.
The tutorial is really easy to follow. This project was so simple that Amanda was able to do this by herself in just a few hours, which makes this definitely a good weekend DIY project!
Related – If you love this DIY wood planked wall, check out these other DIY wood accent wall ideas.
Stencil the wall behind bed
Wall stenciling is definitely becoming more popular. I love the look of this stenciled wall behind bed done by Kristi at Making it in the Mountains. It has such an awesome farmhouse style to it!
Kristi mentions that she, too, thought that wall stenciling was going to be hard and it seemed so daunting. But she discovered that it was actually a really simple DIY!
She shares some really awesome tips for wall stenciling in her post! You could also make your own wall stencils like this!
If you’re interested in stenciling the wall for over the bed decor, here are some great stencil options:
Hang a shelf above bed
Liz Marie really hits it out of the park with this adorable farmhouse shelf above bed! I also love the shiplap accent wall of course (check out my faux shiplap tutorial & my shiplap accent wall tutorial in my living room)!
Her farmhouse shelf above bed makes a great place to add personality to your bedroom.
You can easily swap out the decorations on the shelf when you get tired of it or if you want to switch it out for the seasons. Here’s a similar style we still do farmhouse sign if you’re looking for one!
Here’s some great farmhouse shelf ideas:
DIY a boho style wall hanging to put above bed
I’m really loving the boho look that is becoming pretty trendy. In fact, if I really had to “define” my own style it would be modern boho farmhouse…is that a thing?!? Well even if it’s not, I’m going to make it one.
I’m really loving the idea of hanging a boho style wall hanging above your bed! A Beautiful Mess walks you through how to make this boho wall hanging. It looks like SUCH a fun DIY project to take on!
I even tried my hand at a yarn wall hanging above my little one’s crib in her nursery and it was so fun and easy!
If you’re more a “buy” than a “DIY” person, here are some similar boho style wall hangings for you to buy for over the bed decor:
Hang a gallery wall for above bed wall decor
Gallery walls are great ways to display personal photos of your family or travels.
It’s important to be sure your home decor reflects your memories, so incorporating pictures is a great way to do this.
I love this gallery wall that Amanda from Domestically Creative added to wall above her bed.
If you’re completely lost on how to get started designing a gallery wall for your above bed wall decor, you can check out my favorite gallery wall tips here, check out our modern grid gallery wall and this post how to plan your gallery wall layout.
If you want to buy an easy kit for your gallery wall above your bed, check out these fun options:
Add some wallpaper for wall behind bed
If you haven’t heard, wallpaper is making a full force comeback as a DIY wall treatment option! The dramatic wallpaper that Lindi added to her modern master bedroom is perfect, don’t you think? She also added a mirror above her bed, which is one of my other tips for above bed decor.
A lot of the wallpaper that is gaining in popularity the peel and stick wallpaper that is completely removable.
Yep, gone are the days when wallpaper was super hard to remove. This also makes it great option for how to decorate your bedroom if you’re a renter.
Here are some other great options for wallpaper for wall behind bed:
Make your own wood plank headboard
It’s true…sometimes having an awesome headboard is decor enough for your bedroom. Shannon from Home Made Lovely make this easy wood plank headboard really adds a lot of character to the bedroom. I love how she has added the cute banner on the headboard too.
Since you’re going to make the headboard yourself, you can decide how tall you want it. You could even take the wood planks all the way up the wall! That would a fun and dramatic idea for over the bed decor.
Hang a large flag above bed
Speaking of wooden bed frames, this one looks awesome with a large vintage American flag hanging on it. You don’t necessarily need the pallet wood frame here either.
You can hang the large flag right on the wall.
This is a much more casual and laid back feel to the bedroom from A Beautiful Mess, but I love it.
If you’re looking for an awesome vintage American flag for over the bed decor, Etsy is a great place to look!
Hang vintage plates on the wall above bed
Collections are so fun to display in your home decor. I love the idea of hanging a collection above the bed, like Jami from An Oregon Cottage does here with her vintage plates.
It’s not only super cute, but really unique! Her post walks you through all the steps for hanging a plate wall.
Install a board and batten wall behind bed
I LOVE the look of board and batten accent walls, especially when it comes to bedrooms! Adding a board and batten wall is such a fun and easy way to add a ton of character to a room.
We recently made one in our daughter’s nursery, you can check it out here if you’re looking for how to install board and batten wall.
I love that this one is painted dark too! You’re totally going to be shocked with the before and after pictures of this DIY Playbook bedroom makeover.
Hang large scale words for above bed decor
Hanging some large scale words on the wall above your bed is a great way to really make it yours! Just think of all the different words or letters that you could add.
The possibilities for word wall hangings for above bed decor are endless. I love this Mr & Mrs hanging from Crafty Monograms on Etsy, don’t you?
Another option is a make your own wall stencils for the words, like I did here or make your own wooden letters with an X-Carve CNC machine, like we did here.
Hang large typographical prints above bed
Much like the large words, hanging large typographical prints above your bed is a great idea for adding a focal point.
These “be still, my soul” prints are perfect for adding dramatic above bed decor. These script style prints can be purchased on Etsy here.
Put a vintage window and farmhouse wreath over the bed
I love how Emily from Small Stuff Counts has decorated above her bed here with a vintage window and magnolia wreath.
In fact, I had a similar set up like this in our old living room hanging this DIY farmhouse style wreath over a vintage window on the wall above our TV.
I’ve been able to find good options for buying vintage windows at yard sales or even on local Craigslist or Facebook buy/sell groups. You can also buy vintage windows on Etsy, but it typically makes it hard to ship them so I’d recommend looking locally first!
If you need a good wreath to go above your bed, check out these options:
Layer frames on wall with large wood sign as focal point for above bed decor
This Hello Love sign by CraftMeUpDecor on Etsy really makes a great focal point for above bed art. I LOVE how they have layered the white frames on the wall behind the sign.
It creates great depth and dimension. If you’re trying to figure out how to make a layered frame wall like this, here’s a good tutorial.
Add a neon sign above your headboard
LED neon signs are all the rage, so why not add a trendy neon sign to your bedroom? Not only is it a great way to add a simple nightlight to your bedroom, but you can customize a neon sign to add your favorite quote!
If you want a neon sign for your bedroom, check out these fun options:
Hang wooden art above bed
Bringing in natural wooden elements to your bedroom adds a sense of warmth that designers love.
Why not add some wooden art above your bed?
Because there are endless options for wooden art, you can bring in whatever style you want in your bedroom. Whether you go with a geometric option to bring in the modern style or something ornate and carved for a more vintage or boho look, wooden art is always a good idea.
If you are looking for creative wooden art to hang over your bed, you’ll love these ones:
Add a natural eucalyptus hanging above bed
Not only is eucalyptus a beautiful greenery, but if you go with a real eucalyptus hanging, you’ll benefit from the aromatic scent that can help promote a healthy immune system.
Eucalyptus leaves are high in antioxidants and the scent of eucalyptus can help promote relaxation and detoxify the air in your home. Yes please!
If you’re looking for real dried eucalyptus wall hangings for your bedroom, check these out:
Decorating that big (kind of scary) wall above your bed doesn’t have to be so overwhelming! Every single one of these 16 designer worthy ideas for over the bed decor can be taken and implemented in your own bedroom.
There were DIY projects and simple things you can just buy and hang for over the bed decor.
Instead of getting overwhelmed by how to decorate above your bed, give it some thought and think about how to infuse your home decor style and personality into the decorations you put up there.
Which one of these ideas for over the bed decor was your favorite??
27 Over the Bed Decorating Ideas That Work for Any Style
Sarah Fultz Interiors
Clueless on what to do with that teeny space above your bed? Should you go bold or neutral? Flat or spiky? Pattern or plain? It depends. Decorating your bedroom starts with setting a focal point. For most bedrooms, your bed is your focal point (and what you put over is just the icing on the cake).
Focal points matter. Without them, a space can feel disjointed and scattered. Even though there aren’t any hard and fast rules on decorating over your bed, it’s always a good idea to pick décor in line with your bedroom theme— and attach it securely, of course.
But the good news is that there are an infinite number of over the bed wall art ideas you can pick from (no matter your style or color palette).
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Brexton Cole Interiors
Whether it's a portrait of you, someone you love, or a complete stranger, placing a striking face above your head is a distinct décor choice. And regardless of whether or not this style resonates with you, it's definitely a conversation starter.
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Casa Watkins Living
Window or not, hanging curtains behind your bed adds just enough interest without being too over the top. Plus, curtains provide a soft backdrop to your bed, giving your entire space a soothing feel. To achieve a look that’s easy on the eyes (as shown in this bedroom), pick a neutral hue that blends with the rest of your color palette.
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Alvin Wayne
Add inspiration to your space with eye-catching art. We especially love how this blooming art panel evokes a sense of movement and cheer in this bedroom (thanks to its vibrant splatters with seemingly every color on the color wheel).
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Reena Sotropa
There’s no doubt—wallpaper can make any space stylish. The best part: once you’ve wallpapered the area behind your bed, you’ve eliminated the need for anything else. And with peel-and-stick options, you can DIY this piece of décor every time you grow tired of it. We appreciate the wallpaper above—its whimsical lines lend this bedroom a modern tone that’s still playful.
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Doris Roberts Interiors
If wallpaper isn’t enough, add a piece of art that spans the height and width of your over the bed space. Before you commit to anything, be sure to scout a piece of art that complements your wallpaper (or vice versa) so they make a chic design pair.
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Anne Sage
For a show-stopping look, style your space with a custom mural. Whether you bring in a space theme, a backdrop of trees, or pink flamingos is completely up to you. This trick is guaranteed to draw the eye upwards, which is ideal for small spaces that could benefit from the illusion of a little extra height.
And if your artistic ability starts and stops at stick figures, use decals and peel-and-stick mural options instead.
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Gail Davis Designs
The general rule of thumb for placing artwork over your bed: pick a piece that’s about two-thirds the width of your bed. This creates the perfect scale. But, for a dynamic focal point, you can also pick a piece of art that spans the full width of your bed. We love this modern piece of artwork etched in a black matte.
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Arbor & Co.
If boho-style design interiors inspire you, try a shaggy handwoven tapestry to layer in some texture into your space. For this space, this wall hanging is woven in neutral shades of camel and black—a two-toned look that will pair well with most wall colors. Plus, it's an easy way to warm up and elevate your bedroom.
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Blakely Interior Design
Double-raised paneled walls are timeless; a style that will never tire. For a subtle look, paint your wall in a neutral shade or match it to your white trim.
For something more daring, paint it in a dark or bright hue.
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Ashley Webb Interiors
Why not have a custom wooden headboard that doubles as a work of art? If you’re handy, this may be a great DIY project to tackle. Bonus points: it will certainly add interest to any stark white wall.
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Becca Interiors
If you don’t have brick architecture built in, you can always apply realistic faux brick veneers or 3D brick wallpaper that looks (and feels) just like the real thing. This brick wall naturally acts as a piece of art. Topping it off with a pretty mirror adds a nice glow too.
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Britt Design Studio
For a decidedly more subtle statement, install a horizontal trim over your bed. It’s a simple way to add something overhead that will go with just about anything you throw its way. Think: paint changes, patterned sheets, or bright paint colors.
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Black and Blooms
For a zen over the bed wall art idea, weave in a little piece of nature.
Lack a green thumb? This is your time to shine. Just use a photo or print of nature and pop it in a pretty frame. For a “gallery-like” look, choose a frame with an oversized matte. Or, collect and dry your own blooms and frame them instead. You can also buy pre-made naturally dried botanicals and display them in a stunning case.
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JLA Designs
Your headboard can moonlight as wall décor too. To get the look just right (and add some drama to your space), look for headboard on a regal scale. These tall iterations come in every look, from pleated, tufted, and plain to curved styles and shapes. For the ultimate height, aim for headboards that peak at 75 inches tall (or more). Taller headboards can look gorgeous in large rooms (especially those with high ceilings). For smaller rooms, it may be best to stick to shorter styles to create more visual space. Average headboards fall at about 59 inches.
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Chelius House of Design
This skinny rectangular piece of art showcases a black and white sketch of a landscape.
Landscape art can run the gamut from two-toned sketches to photorealistic images to abstract iterations.
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Twelve 15 Design Studio
For a creative way to purge your space of boredom, install custom woodwork over your bed. This design reminds us of paint drips or digital sound waves cut in half. How about you? Let your imagination run free.
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Gray Space Interiors
Poster or canopy beds add enough interest and depth to your bed area, eliminating the need to put a piece of décor above. For this bedroom, you'll notice how the bed’s back end forms a crisp line straight across.
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Nile Johnson Interior Design
Rattan is a naturally growing vine. But there are also seagrass, cotton, and jute woven baskets you can hang right above your bed. This is an easy (and cheap) way to decorate your dream bedroom. Plus, it's eco-friendly.
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Sarah Fultz Interiors
Sleek, abstract canvas art is a surefire way to add substance to your space.
On the fence about dealing with a pricey art tag? Paint your own free-form piece instead.
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Yael Weiss Interiors
If you’re ready to plunge into a unique design territory—try adding sculptures over your bed. It's an artful decorating idea and a great place to think outside of the box.
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Forbes Masters
This natural grape wood branch makes a striking piece of art over this pleated Chanel-style velvet bed. If you like this look, but want a slightly different variation, search for driftwood panels or tree branch art pieces. With dozens of options out there, something's bound to catch your eye.
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Hannah Tyler Designs
Seize the opportunity to use every vertical inch of your over the bed space with a gallery wall. With this over the bed wall art idea, you'll not only add another layer to your bedroom design but get a chance to dress up your space with memories. Plus, you don’t need to stick to framed art.
Try displaying your collectibles here too for a cool, eclectic feel.
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If Walls Could Talk
Curtains make this list twice—only this time, it’s all about color. Here, these curtains feel and look like a large-scale piece of art (or accent wall). We don’t mind its function too. The thicker the curtain, the more light blocked for a restful slumber.
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This brass ornate mirror doubles as a piece of art. You can also take out the mirror and display the frame itself (as shown in this space). Plus, mirrors come in a myriad of sizes, shapes, and colors, so it’s an easy way to add a pop of beauty to your bedroom.
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JK Interior Living
Deck out your walls with a standout framed agate crystal set. Pick crystals that complement your bedroom's color palette.
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Katie Hodges Design
It’s never a bad design decision to add art with a personal touch. Whether it’s an iPhone photo or a professionally photographed snapshot, pick a photo that means something to you.
We love this beach framed black and white photo displaying soothing waves.
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Afro Bohemian Living
If all else fails, you can always choose to have a bare wall in a hue that complements the rest of your bedroom design. Your wall itself becomes a full-size piece of art (without the extra stuff).
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What to hang above the bed in the bedroom? 10 Cool Ideas
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Modern designers offer a lot of ideas for decorating the interior, and the question of what to hang above the bed in the bedroom should not cause difficulties. In this article, we have collected some of the most relevant and original solutions.
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- Pictures in the bedroom above the bed
- Molders or empty frames
- Carpet
- Mirrors
- Shelves
- Lights
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Bedroom paintings above bed
Framed images are the most common type of interior decoration. There are both budgetary ways of decorating (posters, photographs, large-circulation prints on canvas), and more expensive solutions (works of art). This can be one large picture, two or three in a set (diptych and triptych), or a composition of several images united by a common theme.
If the room is small, do not break it up with small details - it is better to choose one large image, for example, a landscape.
The picture above the bed should fit harmoniously and complement the atmosphere of the room. Moldings or empty frames
You can decorate your bedroom without much expense with relief. There are two options for decorating the wall above the headboard:
- Glue the planks to the surface, carefully considering the arrangement of sections and furniture placement.
- Hang empty photo or picture frames, pre-painting them in one tone and making a harmonious composition.
By decorating your bedroom in any of these ways, you can get a sophisticated yet unobtrusive décor. It is appropriate in both modern and classic interiors.
Carpet
Many have abandoned the tradition of hanging a carpet on the wall: this element has long been considered a relic of the past and often appears in collections about antitrends. But admirers of eclecticism and fusion still love the colorful carpets that adorn the head of the bed.
Particularly appreciated handicrafts, giving the interior of the bedroom a special comfort.
Instead of a carpet, you can use drapery in a suitable shade: the fabric on the wall always looks original and textured.
Mirrors
A mirror sheet is a functional item that visually expands a room. Reflecting light and space, the product adds air and depth to the room. An interesting and practical look is a wide mirror that occupies the entire wall above the headboard - this is a great technique for a small bedroom. Also, one or more mirrors of an unusual shape or in a fancy frame are suitable for decoration.
Shelves
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Another way to make your bedroom useful is to hang a shelf over your headboard. It is used instead of a bedside table for storing small things, lamps are hung on it, frames with posters and books are placed. The shelf is good because its content changes without much effort.
If there is not enough storage space in the bedroom, closed cabinets can be hung above the headboard. This idea is suitable only for those who are comfortable sleeping under heavy structures.
Lamps
Sconces and pendants are not only necessary elements for lighting the bedroom, but also excellent additions to maintain the chosen style. The warm light of the lamps allows you to read a book before going to bed, sets you up for sleep and creates an intimate atmosphere.
When choosing fixtures, it should be taken into account that some fixtures look like an independent element of decor and do not need additions in the form of paintings or mirrors.
Macrame
The finest homes of today are decorated with knot weaving. Macrame creates the feeling of an exclusive thing, made by hand or to order, which means expensive. Openwork weaving gives the bedroom a cozy, homely atmosphere. Macrame looks most appropriate in Scandinavian, boho and eco-style.
Garlands
Lights, picturesquely hung over the bed, are good not only for the New Year. Garlands with warm light give a sense of magic and set in a romantic mood, and also serve as a night light and look great in a child's room.
Wooden saw cuts
Wood is a natural material with a unique texture, subtle aroma and relief that is pleasant to the touch. Lacquered slabs are often found in expensive interiors. Whole slabs or saw cuts fixed at the headboard add color to the room.
Art Objects
Items that can be hung over the bed must be safe and secure. Everything else is a matter of taste. Abstractions, compositions made of origami, porcelain or metal can serve as decoration.
The main thing is that the decor should not stand out from the general style of the interior and please the owners.
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What to hang above the bed in the bedroom: the most unusual ideas
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What to hang above the bed in the bedroom? Despite the apparent simplicity of the solution, the question is quite important, and there are many answers to it.
You can use the universal technique by hanging above the bed, for example, a picture. And you can approach the task more consciously. How this interior solution is implemented depends on how comfortable you will be in the bedroom every day. If you believe in the flow of energies and the influence of surrounding objects on fate, use the principles of feng shui. If you are closer to Western culture, follow the advice of professional designers. Both those and other solutions are described in detail in our material.
What to hang above the bed in the bedroom: the most unusual ideas
Without what is it impossible to imagine a bedroom? Of course, its key object is a sleeping place. Most of us want the bedroom not only to fulfill its immediate function, but also to look harmonious and attractive. This simply requires a competent approach to decorating the recreation area, in particular, the area of the head of the bed. If you approach the issue creatively and reasonably, then the entire interior of the room, whatever it may be: complex or minimalistic, can sparkle with new colors.
This can even delay repairs. If you are tired of the old look of the room, just change the accents in the headboard area to make the whole space seem updated and fresh. The walls, painted or pasted over in one tone, will allow you to realize any fantasy.
Work on the design of the bed area can go in several stylistic directions.
- Flat design. In this case, the changes concern only the color and texture of the wall above the bed. No additional items or details appear.
- Volumetric design. With this approach, additional volumetric elements are used, for example, a niche or, conversely, a shelf protruding above the wall. The space above the bed is filled with objects and seems completely different than before, although the color background may remain the same.
- Classic. Involves the use of classic design elements: photographs, posters, paintings. Recently, a mirror that can be hung in the headboard has been included in the same category.
These items create accents in the bedside area, and the image is selected in accordance with the general style of the room and the preferences of the owner. - Creative. This category includes everything unusual, non-trivial, something special that attracts attention. You can use whatever you like - hang on the wall, put on the floor. Playing with light - please, an unusual art object - as much as you like. The only condition is not to interfere with the functional purpose of the bedroom.
But what if you leave the headboard as it is and do nothing? Then, unfortunately, the interior will look faded, unprofitable. Do not leave the wall empty, it is better to hang something on it. Let, if pretentiousness disgusts you, it will be some strict minimalistic details, but they are already able to give the whole room a unique style.
What to hang above the bed in the bedroom? The painting is a very popular solution for the bedroom.
However, in order not to make a mistake with the choice, you should take into account some details:
- when choosing an image, you need to take into account the opinion of a partner if the bedroom is not for one;
- do not choose paintings with scenes of violence, war (even if you really want to hang them) - find them another room;
- the bedroom is not the best place for a portrait of the dead.
If text, inscriptions are used in the design of the room, the translation of words or phrases should be clarified.
The use of mirrors is also a very common and very stylish technique. At the same time, the mirror does not carry a functional load, but can help visually change the impression of space. Be aware of safety requirements and do not hang the mirror too low. The optimal distance will be from forty centimeters and above above the surface of the bed.
For romantic natures, the use of fabric for decorating the bed is an excellent choice. In this case, you can hang a full-fledged canopy or a light veil. One way or another, such a solution looks good in spacious rooms, making the interior softer, more streamlined.
Quite spectacular and unusual looking wall tiles, which can be both large and small, up to the mosaic.
If you like the combination of comfort and convenience, then the use of niches is undoubtedly your choice.
No more thinking about where to put your phone, glasses or book while you sleep. The depth and height of the openings should be comfortable, be sure to consider this point at the stage of planning changes. Perhaps the only disadvantage of this design is the natural decrease in the area of \u200b\u200bthe room due to building up the wall. To make the niche look more interesting, do not litter it, add decor items and mount the backlight.
In addition to the above options, you can hang a screen over the bed, place family photos or even print photo wallpapers. Everything depends only on your imagination.
What picture to hang above the bed in the bedroom
When we have decided what to hang above the bed in the bedroom, we have to think about the nuances of the chosen object. If we talk about the picture, then it is worth considering the ratio of the dimensions of the room and the parameters of the work of art.
Here we adhere to a simple rule: a large picture looks good in a spacious room, and vice versa.
There are few exceptions to this rule. One of them is a canvas standing against the wall on the floor. Under certain conditions, it can visually increase the volume of the room. Small pieces of art can get lost if hung on a relatively large wall, thus losing all the salt of the interior.
The vertical lines of the canvas above the bed add height to the bedroom, while the panoramic, horizontal, stretched lines add width. You can use this technique if you want to correct the flaws in the layout of the bedroom.
Of course, the style of the composition should not contrast sharply with the overall design of the bedroom. Unless you want to play on contrasts, but even here you need to take into account the harmony of the visual range. For example:
- interior in classic style will be logically completed by canvases in a frame with gilding;
- in modern styles, you can be more daring: the loft goes well with the works of abstractionists;
- modern style will be successfully complemented by urban landscapes, but reproductions of Monet and Kandinsky will look out of place here;
- in ethnically decorated rooms it would be nice to hang appropriate items;
- unusual macro photographs of natural objects or spectacular dynamic urban scenes (bridges, statues, skyscrapers) will perfectly complement a high-tech room.
According to professional interior designers, there are several simple tricks:
- The principle of overall harmony between painting and interior. There should not be a sharp dissonance in the style of the bedroom.
- When combining multiple art objects, keep in mind that watercolors and photographs, for example, don't mix well when hung side by side, and pencil sketches get lost in the company of abstract canvases. The dimensions and shape of the objects must also match.
- The ideal placement of a painting or photograph above the bed is not at eye level.
- The bedroom is not a place for fusion and mixing of styles. You should not hang a classic portrait in a frilly frame in a minimalist hi-tech, just as you should not decorate a safari-style bedroom with a photograph of the Tower.
- Psychologists do not recommend getting carried away with small objects above the head of the bed. They distract, strain the tired brain at the end of the working day.
A person will involuntarily want to study the details of interior objects instead of sleep, which will have a bad effect on the quality of rest.
What can be hung in the bedroom above the bed according to feng shui
What does the ancient oriental feng shui teaching advise us about decorating the bedside area - what can be hung above the bed in the bedroom? The sages of the East do not recommend aggressive images of wild animals as decoration in this room, this enhances negative energy. It is also worth abandoning the scenes of feasts and photographs from corporate parties and holidays, as they do not contribute to peace and relaxation.
Pictures of pain, death, cataclysms are contraindicated for obvious reasons. So let The Last Day of Pompeii remain in the Russian Museum, refuse such reproductions in order to avoid the accumulation of negativity and sleep disturbances.
Despite the fact that the turbulent rivers and streams of water shown in the pictures have a positive effect on financial well-being, the place for such landscapes is in the work area or living room.
There, their potential will manifest itself in full force. It is worth refraining from the desire to hang them over the bed. What can be hung above the bed according to Feng Shui? Pictures for the head of the bed should fill the soul with tenderness, peace and tranquility. Such interior items will attract well-being and contribute to a good rest, comfort and coziness. Choose neutral soft subjects.
Flowers are a great idea for a feng shui room. Peonies are a famous symbol of love and passion. The picture will contribute to the establishment of romantic relationships in a couple and reduce the likelihood of contention.
Plants such as gerberas, violets, orchids, azaleas also bring good luck and positive. In this case, the shape of the object does not matter. It can be both images on a canvas or a plate, and flowers in a vase.
Joyful, smiling faces of loved ones in a family photo collage are more than appropriate in the bedroom.
But portraits of political leaders can seriously spoil the emotional connection in the family. Decor items that you want to hang on the wall should not have broken lines or sharp corners. Give preference to soft forms.
To enhance the effect of the image, orient to the cardinal points.
Each color has its own direction:
- north represents water and attracts black and blue colors;
- south is a symbol of fire, use red and yellow on the south side;
- the east and southeast of the Chinese are green and correspond to the tree;
- white, silver and gold colors correspond to the west and northwest, their symbol is metal;
- the southwestern and northeastern parts of the room should be decorated in brown tones, corresponding to such an element as earth.
The canvas frame should not stand out and be too bulky and intricate.
Many modern design ideas do not correspond to the teachings of Eastern wisdom, so they have to be abandoned by Feng Shui adherents.
It is worth familiarizing yourself with the list of items prohibited in the bedroom:
- old periodicals and family archives can accumulate someone else's energy, it is better to store them in a place intended for this;
- potted flowers and other plants are also prohibited;
- a mirror in the bedroom, of course, is not an absolute evil, but it cannot be hung opposite the entrance, and also positioned in such a way that it reflects those in bed;
- the symbols of cash flows already mentioned above - rivers, waterfalls, fountains are not recommended;
- the aquarium has a bad effect on the physical health of the inhabitants of the room, taking away their vitality;
- wild animals and their images, figurines and photographs;
- electronics, televisions, computers, and all electrical appliances in general.
What is better to hang above the bed in the bedroom: designers' advice
People have been decorating the head of the bed since ancient times.
The empty wall in the bedroom was a sign of deep poverty. Currently, the painting above the bed is the key art object of the room and the main decoration of the headboard. The imagination of modern designers knows no boundaries and limits, it can surprise even the most demanding client.
In the world of decorators, generally accepted norms and standards for choosing headboard decorations have long been developed:
- The color of the object that you want to hang in the bedroom should match the palette of the room as a whole. Objects with repetitive, cyclical and not too contrasting color variations will be ideal.
- The style and theme of the art objects should be combined with each other and correspond to the overall theme of the bedroom. For example, prints should not be placed next to family photographs.
- Try to exclude small details from the interior of the bedroom. Involuntarily, we fix our gaze and attention on small objects, which often makes it difficult to fall asleep and relax.
