A Wall of Frames

Few people prefer the look of blank walls. To make their homes more cheerful and attractive, they hang pictures. Don’t feel limited to just one or two. You can create a wall of frames that stands out as one of your home’s defining characteristics.

Choosing Frames for an Eclectic Look

Try to choose a variety of frames that you can put together for an eclectic look. Get different sizes, shapes, and colors. Then you can arrange them on your wall for a unique decoration. You don’t have to spend a lot of money buying frames. New frames are often expensive, but you can usually find affordable options at thrift stores and auctions. If you have the opportunity, buy them in bulk for a better price. In many cases, you’ll get pictures with the frames. You can discard them if they don’t fit into your design idea.

Frames With and Without Pictures

Your frames don’t have to include pictures. Hanging a frame by itself draws attention to the craftsmanship that goes into making these items. In some cases, you might want to put pictures in your less-attractive frames, leaving the best frames open by themselves. You can also create wall patterns by putting pictures into some of the frames while leaving others empty. It’s kind of like making a musical beat out of physical items. You can decide to have a steady beat where you leave an empty frame between pictures, or you might make a more complex beat that looks erratic at first glance.

Choosing a Room for Your Frames

When you become serious about decorating with frames, you stop thinking about which frame looks right in your room. Instead, you start thinking about which room brings out the best in your frames. Most people choose living and dining rooms to display their walls of frames. It’s less common to find them in bedrooms and private areas because owners want other people to see their collections. Ultimately, though, it’s up to you to decide where you want your wall of frames. You could make it a central element of your home’s decor, or you could put it in a place where only you will experience it.