If you’re looking for fresh, new and artistic ways to add style and revamp your walls, here are seven easy cost-effective ways to do so.
Wall Murals
Wall Murals make a fantastic, effective and captivating piece of wall art. Position them anywhere to add creativity and drama. You can also make your own mural by using acrylic paint. Choose a picture you would like to make, and copy the design directly onto your wall. Be artistic and accessorize your mural by adding jewels, diamantes, beads, ribbons and bows. If you don’t want to make your mural permanent, make your own mural sticker. Draw your design onto some transparent contact paper, and use approximately 3 layers of acrylic paint. When dry, simply peel and stick to your wall. Stand back and admire your own non-permanent wall mural.
Wall Transfers
Wall transfers, also known as “Decals” or “Wall stickers” are one of the most popular and well-loved wall décor solutions of the 21st Century. Choose from a range of colors, designs, styles and sizes to suit your particular tastes. An inspirational wall quote can really personalize your home, and capture your mood. Wall stickers can also be combined with other wall hanging to add extra flair and creativity.
Stencil
Use stencil or spray paint to add fun and creativity to your walls. Stencil a fun design onto a battened board, or simply stencil directly onto your walls. You can also add a stencil design to what you currently have, or make a large stand out stencil to cover an entire wall space.
Portraits
A home would not be a home without a few special family portraits. Portraits give a special, unique and personalized feel to any home. Create a modern portrait montage by enlarging black and white photos and mounting them onto four square battened boards. Hang them either as a block, or perhaps place them ascending on a wall by your stairs.
Framed Scrapbook pages
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If you, or someone you know loves to scrapbook, use this hobby for decorating your walls. For a cluster effect, frame several pages and place them in a row above a sofa or in a square design over a mantle.
Mirrors
Initially, you may think mirrors only serve one purpose; to view one’s reflection. However, mirrors not only give an illusion of space, but can also be used to create beauty and drama. Mirrors are available in many different sizes, styles, shapes and designs, and can accommodate any budget or decorating style. Group smaller tile mirrors together to create a collage of mirrors; or simply choose one tall mirror and hang to an unoccupied wall space. Choose frames and styles which work well with your existing décor. You’ll be surprised at just how eye-catching and decorative mirrors can be.
Canvas
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Canvas is a great material which can be readily purchased from most DIY and craft stores. Use them to create your very own decorative wall art feature. Use stencils, flowers, jewels, beads and ribbons to decorate your canvas. Add a colorful frame and you have your very own DIY masterpiece!
Author Bio: Alison is a keen guest blogger, and has a passion for artistic wall décor. Alison is writing this article on behalf of wallart2u, a website specializing in decorative Wall art.