How to decorate the wall of the room with your own hands

One of the rules of successful interior design says: "There should not be bare walls in the house." An undecorated wall has a dull and depressing look. Someone will think: "I'm not a designer, how can I decorate the walls with my own hands?" But it's not difficult at all. If a person has at least minimal building skills and is not deprived of creative talents, then success is guaranteed to him. The most important role is played, of course, by the appropriate attitude, a great desire to bring the work begun to the end and a creative approach.

DIY wall painting

It is clear that to create a beautiful wall painting with your own hands in the form of an image of a picturesque landscape, cityscape or frescoes only a professional artist with considerable talent can do it. It takes years to acquire these skills. Especially for those who want to quickly decorate the walls of their home, many hardware stores offer a wide selection of photo wallpapers. In this case, it will take a minimum of time to achieve a given goal.

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How to decorate a wall with your own hands using a stencil

A stencil is an image cut out on any dense material. There are several options for decorating a wall with a stencil:

1. Plain painting in one color.
2. Combination of different techniques.
3. Creation of a three-dimensional drawing.
4. Decorating in the technique of "reverse" stencil.

Even if the drawing is quite complex, it will take quite a bit of effort and time to achieve a spectacular result. What you need to have on hand:

• stencils on vinyl film;
• scissors and a knife;
• paint of a suitable color;
• finishing plaster;
• a brush or sponge (if the paint is in the form of a spray, you can do without it);
• stencil glue.
  

  wall decor with stenciled inscriptions

In any building supermarket you can find many models of stencils on vinyl film. If the buyer is not satisfied with the design of the drawings presented for sale, then there is always the opportunity to order the manufacture of a stencil according to the selected sketch. Moreover, it is quite possible to make such blanks with your own hands.

Before you start decorating the wall with your own hands using a stencil, consider such a design that at least some of the image elements are connected to the base or neighboring details.. Therefore, it is extremely important to create such jumpers. This is necessary so that in the process of work, pieces of the pattern do not fall out of the workpiece. If your own imagination is not enough, you can find many ready-made sketches for every taste on the net.

Action algorithm:

1. The selected drawing should be enlarged to the required size.
2. Carefully transfer the enlarged image onto the prepared material: vinyl film or cardboard.
3. Recheck if all the details of the drawing are holding.
4. Carefully cut out all the elements.
5. Immediately before work, it is advisable to try to make an impression on paper or a piece of old wallpaper. So you can see if the result corresponds to the taste of the owner and correct the shortcomings.
6. Then the stencil is attached to the wall surface with glue or masking tape.
7. It is necessary to draw a minimum amount of paint on a brush or sponge and evenly color all elements of the image. If a spray is chosen for painting, then it is necessary to ensure that the paint does not get beyond the borders of the stencil.

If it is necessary to create a gradient effect, then with the help of white and black paint, the main color is diluted until the desired shade is obtained. The created shades are carefully applied with a sponge from light to dark.

Multi-color stencil makes it possible to create a real work of art. To do this, paint is applied according to a certain scheme.

Convex images also look beautiful. Making them is very easy. True, the base of the stencil must be made of thick material. The stencil should be attached to the wall and filled with finishing plaster. It is necessary to wait a while until it seizes. The film is carefully removed. After complete drying, the drawing can be painted with acrylic paints.

The technique of applying a "reverse" image is quite simple. An image impenetrable to paint is attached to the wall, and a halo of the desired shade is applied using a spray paint. The main thing is to calculate the density of paint application and the optimal halo width.

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Painting in the "oriental" style for beginners

In illustrations for Arabic tales, one can often see beautiful images of clouds and puffs of smoke. How to decorate a wall with your own hands for a person who is not familiar with the art of drawing? Very simple, because to apply such an image you will need a minimum of materials:

• electrical tape or masking tape;
• a brush of sufficient width;
• paint roller;
• two shades of paint.

Action plan:

1. The selected wall should be painted with the main paint.
2. After waiting for drying, draw a picture of clouds with a simple pencil.
3. Stick masking tape (duct tape) along the drawn lines.
4. Next, you need to apply a thin layer of paint of a different color on the wall - this will be an imitation of a half-worn layer.
5. You don't have to wait for the paint to dry completely. After applying the second layer, the tape must be removed and the walls painted with the same paint again.
   

   unusual clock face with paintings will decorate the wall in any room

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Imitation bamboo wallpaper

Not everyone has the opportunity to purchase high-quality wallpapers made from environmentally friendly materials, but everyone can use improvised materials to imitate such an expensive decoration of the room. A big plus is that you can choose shades and colors in full accordance with the overall color scheme of the room. Before decorating the wall with a DIY imitation, prepare:

• 5 cm masking tape;
• a can of white paint for the base;
• paint of three additional shades (olive, brown-green, gray-green);
• toothed scraper;
• ruler (more authentic);
• simple pencil;
• paint roller;
• brush.
  

  imitation of bamboo wallpaper in the interior of the bathroom

Stages of work:

1. The walls must be painted white.
2. Divide the walls vertically into sections with a width of at least 0.9 m and stick masking tape or electrical tape on the borders.
3. Prepare additional shades. The paint is applied to the area in a certain order horizontally.
4. You don't have to wait for the paint to dry completely. Use a scraper to draw horizontal lines.In the process of work, there is no need to rush, the main thing is that the line is not interrupted anywhere.
5. To blur the sharp outlines along the lines, you should walk with a dry brush in the opposite direction.
6. The decor of the remaining sections is carried out in the same way. After the paint dries, the adhesive tape is removed, and the resulting white stripes are tinted with a sponge to the desired shade.
   

   Bamboo bathroom wall painting

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Panels - a fashionable way to decorate walls

“Before you decorate the walls with your own hands using panels, plan their location: the panels should in no case be hung randomly”

This method of decoration is good because a beautiful panel can be made from any materials at hand. For this you need:

• different pieces of fabric of any color;
• rectangular frame made of foam or plywood;
• any adhesive;
• stapler;
• decorative strips, baguettes or moldings.

With such a simple and at the same time spectacular decoration, you can revive a boring interior in an instant. A plain wall is the best background for a decorative panel. In order for the decoration to be combined with the style decision of the room, it is necessary to choose shades that complement the color palette of the interior.

Another option is also good - decorating the walls with the help of baguettes, moldings and unnecessary remnants of wallpaper. Pieces of wallpaper of a certain size are glued onto the wall, and the borders are decorated with decorative strips. This frame is perfect for decorating stencil drawings. Many people put beautiful large-sized photographs inside such frames.

Design options can be varied. You can order exclusive frames for artists in the workshop and simply hang them on the wall, leaving free space inside. You can also creatively beat the framed part of the wall. Inside you can put:

• mirror;
• a smaller frame
• letters cut out of cardboard, fabric, wood;
• children's drawings (for a children's room);
• composition of dry flowers and leaves;
• beautifully designed recipes for cooking your favorite dishes (relevant for the kitchen).

By the way, in the latter case, you can use metal baking dishes instead of decorative strips.

Before you decorate the walls with your own hands with the help of panels, plan their location: the panels should in no case be hung randomly. Such an ill-conceived heap will not decorate the room. A collection of decorative panels needs a certain rhythm and sequence of arrangement, so the composition should be well thought out.

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Photos are a great way to decorate walls.

“Before you decorate the wall with your own hands, you need to carefully select photos, and when choosing pictures for decorating a room, you should consider the atmosphere and overall design of the room”

This type of wall decoration gives the room a pleasant atmosphere of comfort and hospitality. It is not only beautiful, but also beneficial for the inner state of the soul. Staying in such a room cheers up and adds strength, because each photo captures the faces of loved ones and the most pleasant life moments.

Of course, the design of the room dictates the style of posting photos. No need to buy a dozen of the same frames for all the images and place them side by side on the wall. It's boring and uninteresting. A composition of round and rectangular frames of different sizes looks much better.

The form of the composition can be any. The collection of photographs, designed in the form of the sun, looks great. Making such a composition is easy. All you need is clothespins and a large circle cut out of cardboard. Such a sun can be supplemented with various postcards, notes and other little things that are memorable for you.

In the matrimonial bedroom, you can hang a big heart above the bed and attach your best shots to it. Such decoration will constantly remind you of the wonderful moments spent together. Of course, you constantly need to update and supplement the "exhibition" with new photos.

Wonderful extraordinary options - a decorative tree with a photo and a composition of pictures in the form of a clock.

Before you decorate the wall with your own hands, you need to carefully select photos, and when choosing pictures for decorating a room, you should take into account the atmosphere and overall design of the room. Romantic photos are a good option for decorating the walls of a bedroom, a living room is the best place for family shots together, and photos that sparkle with fun will decorate a children's room.

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Decorative plates on the wall

Now in any decor and interior store you can find a huge variety of decorative plates for the exclusive decoration of the room. The range of thematic drawings on the plates is quite wide, which makes it possible to decorate any of the premises with them. This decor looks especially beautiful on the walls of the kitchen, dining room and living room. But offices, conference rooms and creative clubs are not taboo either.

Decorative plates can be made with your own hands, using the remains of dishes from the sets of grandmother's times and acrylic paints. If you do not know how to draw, copy the image onto a plate using special paper. Those who own the decoupage technique are especially lucky, they can create real masterpieces.

It is not recommended to place decorative plates in one line. Bright compositions from plates of various shapes and sizes look harmoniously. Among the most popular forms, compositions resembling a cloud, a flower, a rhombus or a clock predominate.

The color scheme of the plates should match the interior of the room, and the chosen style should be repeated in other decor elements.

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Shelves for decor

Everyone in the house has a myriad of little things dear to the heart and overseas souvenirs. Why not use them as decoration on your DIY decorative shelves?

The main trump card of decorative shelves is an unusual shape. It can be a labyrinth, a circle with crossbars, a triangle, a shelf in the shape of a butterfly. An interesting option is a decorative shelf in the form of a frame with a built-in stand for a flowerpot or souvenirs.

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Mirrors - functional room decor

Not a single house can do without a mirror, and if a representative of the fair sex lives in it, then there can be a lot of such interior items. Therefore, women are very attracted to the idea of ​​decorating the walls with mirrors.

They can be placed in several lines horizontally or vertically, hung in a chaotic manner or decorate the entire surface of the wall with them. Get started and inspiration will come. It is not necessary that the mirrors have a strict geometric shape. The use of mirrors of different sizes and shapes is encouraged. They can also be placed in decorative frames. For a girl's room, the most suitable option is a collection of elegant mirrors on strings or chains.

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Decorate corners? No problem!

Corners should not be empty and faceless. But those who have ever tried to decorate wall surfaces on their own come to the conclusion that corners are the most difficult place to decorate. You should not worry, many professionals fully agree with this point of view. But this is a winning place for any decor, and the right details will make an unremarkable corner an original part of the interior. Designers offer the most original ways to decorate corners:

• corner photographs;
• decorative baguettes;
• tile;
• a rock;
• shelves.
  

  stylish floor lamp as a corner zone decor

Such elements can be arranged in a spectacular composition or used separately. A small gallery of paintings or photographs will enliven an empty corner. But do not overdo it. It's better to leave the corners a little empty than overloaded.

Conclusion

Now you know how to decorate the walls of your house with your own hands. Many people think that the help of professionals and a lot of money are required to bring different design ideas to life, but, fortunately, this is not at all the case. A person who possesses elementary skills in handling the simplest building materials and tools can create a unique decoration with his own hands.

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