To help your family get the most out of this room, it’s a good idea to have family members contribute a wish list of the features they’d most like to see in their family room. A family room is functional but a fun place for children and adults alike. Creating that balance and neat look is difficult but doable. Get everyone involved and, most importantly, be creative. Remember this room is a great place to hang out, enjoy some popcorn and reminisce.
When it comes to decorating the walls of the family room, there are no set rules. Family room designs vary from home to home and also from region to region. Some designs have kitchens or open spaces that flow directly into the family room. Some homeowners are lucky enough to have a fireplace as the focal point of the room. Some Family Rooms have entire walls lined with built-in cabinets that house the room’s entertainment center. There is likely to be at least one wall that you need to decorate. You need to get the whole family together and come up with a theme that best suits all of you.
With the way the economy has been lately, most of us are on a strict budget. For an inexpensive idea, you can make the theme your family. You can choose photos of your family in balanced or candid shots. They can be enlarged to poster size and can be photographed in black and white. Another idea for your theme could be architectural designs or photos of flowers and gardens. With today’s technology, any digital image can be turned into a work of art. The most intimidating part of decorating your walls with art is choosing the right frame to complement both the image and the décor. Often a thin black frame is the most complementary to both the artwork and decor. Think simple and watch your walls come alive with exuberance.
The family room can tend to have too much energy around it. With wallpaper you can have a calming effect with soft colors and patterns that create a feeling of air and will be indicative of the mood you want to capture. Another trend seems to be decorating with decorative vinyl or letters. Wall decorating quotes are a quick and easy way to add that special touch. Personalized lettering transfers your thoughts to your walls without the mess, sweat, or expensive trips to the home goods store.
Wallpaper murals are a quick and affordable way to dress up your walls. They have become very popular due to their classic and modern styles. They are easy to hang, but you need to make sure your walls are clean and straight. Most murals come pre-pasted and usually include easy-to-follow instructions to help make your experience a breeze. Stencils can bring out the best features of the mural, and you don’t have to be an artist. There are many stencils available for decorating that only require a simple rubbing technique and stick easily to the wall. Wall murals can complete a decorating theme and complement accessories and other wall decorations.
Using your imagination and the materials you already have around the house can be an inexpensive way to turn that drab, boring wall into one full of your personality. For my own family room, this is what happened. I was surprised by my husband’s unique display on one of our walls. My husband likes to build and play with lots of materials, you could say he is a top fixer. He had so many tools lying around the garage that we couldn’t park the cars inside. He realized that he had to do something to order and so his creative energy overflowed. Many of the tools he acquired over the years were antiques and had unique features. He first sketched out a design on paper and then transferred his tools onto the family room wall. This screen has given the wall texture and is a talking point for all who see it. This display has succeeded in removing the clutter from the garage and now we have ample parking space and a beautiful wall to show off.
To add some finishing touches to your family room walls, decorate with wall mirrors. They give you style and functionality and will add warmth and beauty to the room. They can make small spaces seem larger and add a glow that lights up the entire room. They are available in many sizes, styles, finishes, and materials. With innovative hanging options and frames of all kinds, your options are limitless. There are mirrors to fit anyone’s budget and decor. They start at less than a hundred dollars and you can find mirrors with leather to metal finishes that will match your furniture and accessories.
Flexible lighting is a must in a room as multifunctional as the family room. Most require a combination of wall and table lighting. The lighting will help create the mood you are looking for. Especially popular for home theaters are wall sconces that provide soft, glowing light. Wall sconces combined with black ceiling lights can resemble the night sky.
It seems there is never enough storage space for the family room. This room often contains books, games, DVD’s, computer software and sports equipment that need to be stored away somehow when not in use. With the help of wall shelves, built-in bookcases, and cabinets, you can customize the storage space you need.
Recently, wall hangings have enjoyed a surge of interest from people looking beyond traditional wall décor options, especially when it comes to decorating the family room. Although there are more and more contemporary works of art, traditional designs from the past are the most popular. The main draw is its connection to history. The range of layouts and themes is vast, including themes so diverse that they can easily fit into anyone’s personal style. Each tapestry due to the weaving process is a unique work of art like no other. With the ever-growing range of consumer options, the options have never been better.
The many examples of family room wall décor that I have discussed today lead to this one conclusion. With his specific interests and inspirational guidance, this will allow you to come up with wonderful wall decorating ideas that he will be proud of.