To make the kitchen more comfortable and revitalize its interior, many use a variety of decorative elements. Wall decoration - a technique that can help owners zoning the space, get rid of some room flaws and design errors. There are many different decor options, from creative plates to elegant painting. To choose a wall accessory, you should consider all the nuances.
Rules for decorating empty walls
There are several principles that will help decorate the walls beautifully. It is best to design piers located between the windows, the space above the dining table, the place that is above the headset, as well as above the sink. It is worth paying attention to the wall above the hood and any furniture standing in the distance. You can also use the space in the niche and on the ledge.
The principle of symmetry is something that should not be forgotten. When planning the placement of wall decor elements, it is worth remembering that a large number of details can make the interior cluttered, especially if it has many complex details. This rule must be followed by the owners of small rooms. It is better to use not too many elements.
For decorations to blend in seamlessly, you need to consider the style of design and the color palette of the design. It is important to pay attention to the shade of the wall that you are going to decorate, to the objects that surround it.
Some more useful recommendations:
- a variety of paintings, posters and other elements of this type are best placed at eye level;
- if there is something in the design that is knocked out of the general palette of design colors, you should select decor elements in which there are basic shades of the room and the color of this item;
- if the owner does not know how to hang any element that does not completely fill the wall section, he can combine the decoration with other small accessories to create an interesting composition.
How can I decorate?
To decorate the walls, many things are used that, at first glance, are not suitable for this. All kinds of plates, stickers and even boards will help to make the interior brighter and more interesting.
Vinyl stickers
This option is most often chosen by people who do not want to spend a lot of effort and money on decorating monophonic walls. They are very easy to glue, as well as peel off when necessary. They leave no traces.
There are a variety of design options for such jewelry. Some choose images of vegetables and fruits, mouth-watering dishes or drinks. Others choose stickers for the style of the interior, choosing creative bouquets, various shapes and other, no less interesting decorations.
Painting
Drawings and inscriptions are an idea for those who want to make the decor unique and create something beautiful with the help of their talent as an artist. Art painting is another popular option for decorating free walls in the kitchen., since it will only require acrylic paints, an interesting idea of the drawing and a lot of inspiration.
Not only professional artists, but also beginners (using stencils) can create an amazing picture on the wall.
This will be the perfect decoration of the interior, as well as a business card for guests. You can use images from the Internet or books and invent your own.
Plates
Such decorations will be a good option for the owners of the kitchen in a traditional style. It must be remembered that ceramic saucers should be in harmony not only with other elements of the decor, but also with the interior as a whole. If you want to somehow combine a variety of plates that have different shapes, you should choose dishes of the same color or saucers with similar prints.
It is recommended to maintain an equal distance between the plates. You can form any shape from them, place them symmetrically or, on the contrary, randomly. Some place plates around any central item. It can be a huge dish, an unusual watch, a picture or a medium-sized mirror.
Pictures and photos
As a decor, many use traditional portrait photographs or still lifes, but quite often they can be replaced with a variety of posters, illustrations from books and reproductions of street graffiti. It is better to select photos and paintings that will reflect the interests and hobbies of the owner of the kitchen. In this case, he will enjoy them.
Photos are placed within the framework, but you can try to decorate the wall with photos without them. It will be an interesting solution. You can also compose a variety of shapes, panels and compositions that will enliven the interior and make it more modern.
Mirrors
They look spectacular and can enhance lighting, as well as increase a small space visually. That is why this idea of decorating walls is the best idea for owners of narrow and dark kitchens. Mirrors fit into both modern interiors and classic designs, so they are a universal option.
You can hang mirrors all over the wall or arrange a small area from floor to ceiling. Some hang them in front of the window so that there is more natural light in the room.
Do not forget that if the mirror is large, the effect of increasing the room will be stronger. It is not recommended to place mirrors close to the working area, as in this case you will need to clean them daily.
Boards
Ordinary things that few people look at in everyday life can become a beautiful decoration that will help the kitchen find beauty and incredible comfort. Cutting boards made of wood, aged and hung with loops are exactly what creative and extraordinary people need. To dilute the composition of the boards, you can hang wooden rolling pins, metal trays, various baking dishes and other items.
You can hang them in the same way as other elements. They can be located independently or can be any composition that is understandable only to the owner. You can lay out a whole story that will pleasantly surprise guests and households.
Sockets
Jewelry made from polystyrene foam is quite beautiful, besides the variety of models allows you to choose exactly what a particular person needs. They are not too expensive, they are easy to stick to the wall and can be painted in any color. This allows you to design any interior with sockets. A wall with a relief is an interesting effect that is obtained by painting outlets in the color of the walls.
But it is worth remembering that sockets must be carefully looked after. It is better not to place them near a stove or countertop, as the material is extremely easy to damage. The outlet has a large number of recesses and depressions, which are quite difficult to clean. Ideal for the location of such jewelry - height at eye level.
Before decorating the wall, it is worth covering the sockets with acrylic, and then arrange the necessary composition on the floor. After the elements are applied to the wall.
Panel
A panel is a picture that is created from any volumetric elements in different techniques. When choosing a decoration for a small room, it should be remembered that it should also not be too large. In spacious kitchens it is better not to use small paintings. This element of decor should be medium in size, in which case it will look organic and attractive.
There are several options for murals. It can be glass, ceramic, modular and others. Many use improvised tools to create interesting paintings. Compositions are laid out from fabric, cereals and other materials. It turns out unusual and stylish gizmos.
Other options
Slate boards are a good idea for creative people. You can also paste over the wall with chalk wallpapers and create works of art on them every day. The option is especially good for families with creative children who like to draw. You can write beautiful quotes and slogans, decorate the wall with drawings, as well as poems and songs. The design of such a kitchen will be atypical and stylish.
Another idea for wall decor is interior letters that create a mood for all households and revitalize a boring design. You can compose a variety of words that can be both motivating and funny.
If the owner of the kitchen is a lover of retro and atypical room decor, signs, signs and signs will come to the rescue.
You can decorate the wall with real elements, but decorative ones will add some zest to the interior.
How to choose a decor for the style of the interior?
To make the decorations look organic and decorate, rather than spoil the interior, you should choose them, taking into account the general design of the room.
- Pictures, photographs and panels with floral images are an excellent decoration for Scandinavian-style kitchens.
If the room is decorated in light shades, such decorative elements will become an interesting and unusual bright accent.
- The kitchen, decorated in a traditional style, choose decorations with the image of nature.
- In modern kitchens, an abstraction is placed that emphasizes the individuality of the interior.
- Decorative stickers are also a decoration of modern design, but can also be an ideal element for traditional cuisine due to its diversity. You can choose the finished option or order stickers.
- The panel made of fabric (patchwork and patchwork) fits well into the design, decorated in a rustic style.
- Decorative plates will decorate the interior in the style of classic, country and Provence, as well as any other, if you select the right texture.
Beautiful examples
Present to your attention some interesting ideas for inspiration.
- Ceramic plates of different shapes and sizes in white and blue shades look perfect on a light wall. The interior looks airy and unusual.
- Saucers are an interesting bright accent that creates a cozy atmosphere. This design is the best option for kitchens decorated in a traditional style.
- A beautiful and graceful composition of plates will enliven the design and add refinement to it.
- Mirrors, as an element of decor, are a chic idea, as they will not only decorate the room, but also visually increase it.
- Slate boards are a functional decoration that brings joy not only to adults, but also to children.
- Stickers in the style of minimalism, depicting shelves with various kitchen utensils, do not look too catchy, but at the same time interesting.
See how to decorate the walls in the kitchen in the next video.