Breathe new life into your living room with these wall art ideas

If you have a rogue blank wall or two in your living room, especially around your TV, it can be hard to know how to fill it and even harder to know where to start. There are so many possibilities and sometimes it just becomes easier to leave it as is. To provide some inspiration and help you find a way to fill the gaps, we created a list of wall art ideas with some fab finds online.

First know your style

Before we begin to look for wall art, it’s a great starting point to look at the style you’re rocking in your living room and more so, the style you want to achieve. Maybe you want to keep it calm, collected and minimalist with symmetry reflected in the walls? Cosy, homely and snug as the hub of comfort in the home? Abstract, sporadic with clashing prints and bold colours to reflect your fun personality or wild side? There are so many styles to choose from that you’re sure to find the one for you.

If you need a little inspiration to find what you like and what you’d want to see on the walls in your own living room, look on social media for some ideas. We’ve listed some that we've found and love:

Wall art ideas

Now you’ve found your inspiration, use this to inform the wall art and décor you want to see in your living room. We’ve listed a range of options so no matter your style, you’ll find an idea that suits you.

Framing ideas

Adding frames to your walls is an easy way of filling the space, but the frames you choose can radically change the look you're going for. Have them matching for spacial continuity or use frames of different shapes and sizes to make a statement. Use antique style frames for a glam or ornate look or bare wooden frames for a more cottage core vibe. Frame art, photos, pressed flowers, vibrant wrapping paper and much more to outline the walls and pieces themselves.

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Art ideas

Putting artwork on your walls might seem like an easy filler but we think it's actually one of the hardest things to choose! You can choose between canvas art, prints and posters and then again choose the art that calls to you, whether that be a painting, illustration, cartoon, photograph or text art.

You could have so many favoured designs and pieces of art that limiting it to a handful can be tricky. If so, why not create a gallery wall? Fill a wall with your favourite art and switch in and out new pieces as and when you please.

Mirror ideas

Mirrors are not only great for decoration. By hanging a mirror opposite a window to reflect the landscape outside your home, you can Feng Shui your living room as well as reflect more light around the space. Mirrors are also a fantastic way of making your living room space look bigger which is always a plus in our eyes! You can choose a mirror with practicality in mind, with an ornate design or with statement features that make it a decorative highlight on your wall.

Shelving ideas

Shelving may seem more practical for storage than as an idea for wall art but with the right type of shelving, you can cover your wall with style. Buying an art ledge shelf is a great way of stacking arts and prints along your wall, or invest in a cabinet or bookshelf to show off your impressive book collection or trinkets. You could even stand a ladder up against your wall as a means or storing beautifully cosy blankets on display, keeping them off the floor and in rustic, hygge style.

Wall décor ideas

Wall art isn't limited to paintings and pictures. There are all sort of decorations you can bring to your living room walls that'll add personality and depth to your space. Hang up a tapestry or wall hanging for a soft, textured touch, hang antiques such as plates or cover a blank wall behind a shelf or TV with adhesive wallpaper for a feature finish. We've shared some of our favourites below.

Personalise your living room

The living room is where you and your family will be together the most, so why not add a personal touch? Add photographs, reminders of your loved ones or some homely additions.

Make your own wall art

Feeling artsy and want to make something of your own for your lounge? Try some of these creative and beautiful DIY wall art features that are sure to wow and really bring your room together.

DIY yarn wall hanging

For a beautifully soft and on trend wall art idea, try making your own wall hanging. All you need is a branch, a mix of yarn, scissors and a hanging cord. Make as small or as large as you like and play around with colours and textures to suit you and your living room.

Fluid painting

If you're looking for a simple and super effective canvas art idea, this is just the DIY for you. All you need is acrylic paint, a canvas and a cup and you can create these fun and dynamic fluid art pieces. Experiment but be prepared to get messy! You could also try drip painting by allowing paint to trickle down from the top of the canvas, or flick painting for a more minimalist approach.

Upcycled large wall canvas

Have a large wall space to fill in your living room and have limited funds? You can create a huge wall canvas using wood for your frame, an upcycled decorative shower curtain as your designed print and extra fabric for upholstery. Follow these easy to follow steps with a power tool free method.

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