Wall design can be varied and depends on imagination and preferences. This could be a finish in delicate colors that promote relaxation, or, conversely, an emphasis on bright colors and eclectic patterns. There are many options for wall decor in the bedroom and they all depend on the type of finish and color.
Painting in a different color
The first option that will definitely come to mind is to paint the walls. It is not necessary to cover all the walls with the same color; you can design a bedroom with different walls.
However, it must be remembered that the colors that are chosen should not be too bright and saturated. In such a painted room, it may be difficult to rest and fall asleep.
Types of wallpaper for the bedroom
Almost any wallpaper is suitable for a bedroom, because this is not a bathroom, a kitchen or a hallway, where they constantly get dirty and need to be washed. Therefore, you can safely focus on your aesthetic preferences and interior ideas.
Paper wallpaper
Paper wallpaper is the simplest and most budget option, which pleases with a rich palette of shades. They are not very durable and can fade in the sun, but they are quite enough for the bedroom. Especially if you regularly do cosmetic repairs at least once every 5-7 years.
Vinyl wallpapers
Vinyl wallpaper is denser and perfectly hides small surface defects. They are easily glued without bubbles or defects, so you can handle the repair yourself. The variety of designs is not inferior to paper ones.
Non-woven wallpaper
Non-woven wallpaper has a variety of textures and is suitable for painting, but they are more expensive. But they are easy to wash, and can be repainted on average up to 15 times. This is a great option for those who like to constantly change something.
Textile wallpaper
Fabric wallpaper is expensive, but stylish, original and elegant. They are ideal for luxurious classic styles and fit into modern eco-trends. But keep in mind that working with them is more difficult.
Photo wallpaper
Photo wallpapers have long become classics, because you can put absolutely any drawing or photograph on them. They are especially good for accent walls and decorative compositions.
Exotic wallpaper
Exotic options include cork, quartz, metallized, and bamboo wallpapers. The new modern fiberglass coating looks good under painting. And liquid wallpaper brings fresh variety to the range of decorative plaster.
Wall decoration behind the bed
No matter what bedroom wall color you choose, it's always worth thinking about the surface behind the bed (behind its headboard). Why? Because the bed is most often placed in such a way that it is the center of attention, the main emphasis is on it. Everything else is just an addition that emphasizes the primacy of this piece of furniture.
The wall behind the bed can be highlighted by painting it a different color than the other walls, or the same color but a darker shade. Using paints you can also optically change the shape of a room when it is non-standard.
Examples:
- A small high bed (which is often found in apartment buildings) can be “lowered” - to do this, paint the walls with horizontal stripes or use a darker color up to 1/3 of the wall height (from the floor), and a lighter color above it;
- In a narrow and long room (created, for example, after remodeling an apartment), you can paint the walls in vertical stripes or divide the room by color into 2 parts - paint one at the entrance with a lighter color, the other with a lighter/darker shade;
- Rich colors and lots of patterns in a small bedroom will make the room seem even smaller.
The best way to visually enlarge a space is with a mirror. In the bedroom it can be placed on the closet door or on the wall above the bed.
Painting bedroom walls becomes more complex when you need to use multiple colors to create geometric patterns, for example. You shouldn’t be afraid of this, but you need to be well prepared so that the result matches the plan.
- First of all, you need to pay attention to the design. They start by choosing patterns, a style and planning how to implement it.
- If it is going to be a geometric composition, you will need a good masking tape, which will help to achieve aesthetic edges and will not damage the plaster when it is pulled off.
- When planning the arrangement of individual elements of the painting, you need to remember about the furniture.
- It is important that after finishing the work it does not turn out that the most beautiful part of the wall decoration is, for example, hidden behind a cabinet.
- How else can you get interesting patterns on the wall? Stencils with various patterns (geometric shapes, flowers, butterflies, etc.) are suitable.
- Attach them to the wall in a chosen place using tape (small fragments in several places are enough) or hold them by hand if the template is small.
- The paint is applied to the wall in spots.
- To do this, use a special brush - bristles with a flat cut or a sponge brush (treated with a piece of sponge).
Interesting objects
Have you found an art object that strikes your imagination or an item that is extremely dear to your heart? Perhaps his place is above the bed.
Several commonly found wall objects: a panel with fresh flowers, branches, illuminated panels or curtains, compositions of mirrors and a half-canopy.
Wallpaper or photo wallpaper
Another idea for decorating a bedroom wall is to use wallpaper or photo wallpaper. You can also combine both methods and paint three walls with paint and decorate the fourth with wallpaper.
As with dividing a wall with a different color of paint, it's best to choose the wall behind the headboard. As for photo wallpaper, you can buy a version with a ready-made design or order it with the required image. It could even be a photograph.
Living room
In this room, an accent in the TV viewing area, where you can place or hang a plasma, will look beautiful. They also often draw attention to the affected area by completely changing the color of the wall behind the sofa or by sticking a wide strip of contrasting wallpaper in the middle of the wall.
If the living room area is quite impressive, then in this case you shouldn’t highlight the entire wall; it will be enough to focus on a small space. They can serve as a workplace, a section of wall near a bookcase, etc. An impeccable look is created by the accent in the fireplace area.
Brick wall behind the bed
The term “brick wall” most often means tiles that imitate brick. It comes in different colors, but most people buy it are white and red. Previously, brick was associated with facade decoration.
Today, thanks to Scandinavian and industrial styles, it is being used again in wall design. This type of wall design combines interestingly with the window in the bedroom.
Briefly about the main thing
Artistic painting, painting with oilcloth or fabric, stamping ready-made sketches - there are many ways to create an accent wall. The choice of something specific depends on what the goal is before using such a decoration technique. In general, the interior will look harmonious if one golden rule “60/30/10” is followed. 60% is the color of the main decoration of the room. 30% accent. 10% decor in the form of textile design and additional accessories. When such proportions collapse, the overall impression of the bedroom design becomes negative.
Wall covered with wood
Attaching boards to the wall requires certain skills and knowledge, so this decoration is relevant, first of all, for professionals or DIY enthusiasts. Those who are not confident in their skills can try an alternative - wallpaper or photo wallpaper, stylized as wood.
There are also various types of decorative stones that look like wood available in the market. Another option is laminate. Theoretically, it can also be laid on the wall.
Finally
Whatever you choose - classic wallpaper for the wall, modern panels, laminate, textile or natural covering, paint or plaster - know that the main thing is harmony and restraint in everything.
Don’t forget about the decor, because cute paintings, compositions, mirrors and photographs, as well as shelves and lighting fixtures decorate and create a separate coziness.
But don’t go overboard and clutter the walls with decor and various functional rubbish. Everything should be in moderation, everything should have a composition and its own purpose.
And then your bedroom will be irresistible and unique!
Straw mat
Another idea that was once popular and a little forgotten today is to buy a straw rug and hang it on one of the walls. You can even place a number of items on it (in moderation, of course).
This could be, for example, favorite photographs that bring back pleasant memories, a dried flower, or even a few dried lemon or orange slices.
Laminate
Becoming increasingly popular as wall material. A large selection of shades, ease of installation and durability will make it easy to create an unusual interior.
Decorative wallpaper
When it comes to bedroom wall design, one cannot fail to mention wallpaper. The number of options available can be dizzying. And the bedroom is meant for relaxation, so you shouldn’t waste time studying everything that is on the market.
- Instead of product catalogs, it is better to look for inspiration, for example, on the Internet using photos of beautiful bedroom wall designs - it will be faster.
- What patterns and designs are in fashion now? Floral motifs (flowers and leaves) in modern graphic forms and geometric patterns.
- Each of them is presented in different versions - delicate and rich colors, with small patterns or large format.
- Therefore, such variety allows you to follow fashion when adjusting wallpaper to the shape and size of the bedroom.
Architecture of the premises
Sometimes, especially in private houses, non-standard architecture of premises is found. This could be a broken or curved line of walls, an attic floor, or a bay window. In such cases, it is better not to overdo it with wall decor, but to give architecture the right to play a major role in the project.
In a bedroom with complex space geometry, it is better not to experiment with decor, but to choose a modest design. Project author: Marina Poklontseva
In a bedroom with complex space geometry, it is better not to experiment with decor, but to choose a modest design. Project author: Marina Poklontseva
Stickers
Wall decals, like stencil painting, are a quick way to decorate a wall in an interesting way.
- Stickers have an advantage over stencils - no paints or brushes are needed, and there is no risk of splashing the wall.
- On the other hand, placing a sticker (especially a large one) is not as easy as it might seem.
This must be done very slowly and carefully so as not to stretch the elastic covering too much (it may become deformed) and not to allow too much air to get under it, otherwise bubbles will appear.
To prevent this from happening, it is enough to “rub” the glued fragments with a dry cloth.
