A Guide for Large Wall Decor
Before you go about buying wall art, you should know that large wall décor is not just about the decorations or photos you have hanging on your wall. It also includes basics like the overall theme of the room, the type and size of furniture, the shade of paint on the wall, and of course the lighting.
If you want you can cover a big portion of a large wall by placing big furniture in the room, but make sure to arrange the furniture in such a way that it accentuates the wide wall, it’s better to situate them at right angles to the wall in order to create space.
When looking at colors to paint a room, consider light shades. Painting should be done with importance to the strokes, as vertical lines tend to attract gazes from up and down whereas horizontal lines tend to attract gazes from side to side. Now you can the lights, select the light source area carefully as lighting tend to produce shadows that make a large wall seem even bigger.
One of the most convenient and applicable decoration for large walls is wall stickers, wall papers and appliqués, since they do not require much effort to put up and are easy on the pocket. There is a huge selection to choose from, therefore making the task of selecting a sticker quite difficult. However, on the upside, you can easily change the theme of the room if your child grows out of a phase or replace the stickers if you get bored of the first ones.
Another common and economical large wall décor is a photo display. You can do countless things with your favorite photos; make a photo medley or collage, arrange them in a step ladder fashion, or use contrasting frame colors.
Coming to costlier large wall décor, big clocks and mirrors are a unique choice. Mirrors can be found in many shapes and designs, often with metal work holding the glass in the center. These give a very classy look to any wall. But, you should keep in mind that if you decide to decorate your wall with a mirror the lights would have to be adjusted as you already know mirrors reflect light. As for clocks, antiques would be your best choice for something different.
Lastly, paintings and tapestries are obviously good large wall décor. Wall hangings of animal skin or printed quilts depicting some historical scene are a definite eye catcher. Even metal decorations, such as intricately designed or themed grilles, not only take up wall space but actually make it look good too.
Glass Shelves are Wall Art or Convenience
Of the many wall art options out there, glass wall art is one that is unique as they add class and a certain vibrancy to an area, whether an office or a home. They make a huge impact on the feel of the room.
There are many decorative glass items that can be used to make any room in the house look considerably better, these pieces are a definite eye catcher. There’s just something about glass décor in general, that catches the eye of anyone. Maybe it is the amazement of how such a sharp and dangerous material can be so beautiful or the way it reflects light in a spectrum of colors.
Thankfully, emerging technology makes it possible to have items that are decorative as well as useful. Therefore, allowing you to revitalize your home with glass wall art without crushing your budget. Glass wall shelves are an example of such a product.
They give an elegant and graceful look and can be placed in your bedroom, living room and even bathroom. They are great for storing stuff that usually clutters center tables. They also allow for floor space, as things you would otherwise store on a normal floor shelf you can now place on these wall shelves.
However in doing so, you must consider the objects you will be placing on these shelves, as the thickness of a shelf relies on the weight of the object. A light object can make do with a thin glass shelf, while weightier ones require a thicker glass. Once you’ve picked out the right shelf, get good quality hooks, brackets, or mounts for long term and safe usage. Speaking of safety, it is best to place glass wall art on the average height level, low placed pieces are vulnerable to easy breakage, and obviously harmful.
Other than its practical use, a glass shelf can be used for decorative purposes. They can be painted, stained, designed and etched. You can also adorn them with stickers of your choice for a quick, cheap and attractive decoration. Of course the shelves need not be plain sheets of glass, they can be found in many shapes, sizes, and designs. Some have rounded edges, whereas others have a wavy or zigzag pattern throughout their length. Different geometrically shaped shelves can be grouped together for a unique and larger, yet practical decorative piece.
Moreover, considering the facts that that they are easy to clean and repairable, glass shelves make a good choice for glass wall art, whether you need to organize your bathroom toiletries or showoff your trophies. So bring class to your home with some glass.