What paintings can be hung in the bedroom above the bed according to Feng Shui, what is better to hang in the bedroom

Decoration is an integral element of the interior of any room, and the bedroom is no exception. In addition to the style and harmoniously selected decoration of walls, furniture, textiles, the comfort of the bedroom is influenced by the details of decoration. Quite often paintings are used as decoration. They not only give the interior a complete look, but can also influence a positive attitude in a person’s life.

Large watercolor canvas above the bed in the bedroom

Following the ancient teachings of Feng Shui, the correct choice and placement of objects in the house will bring harmony and good luck to its owners. In order for the painting to fit harmoniously into the interior of the room and fill it with positive energy, it should be hung in the correct place, according to teaching.

Modern tendencies

Previously, large oil paintings depicting people and landscapes were used to diversify the bedroom interior. Over time, preferences have changed, and now the following options have become the most popular:

1. Modular compositions - simply put, one large picture is divided into parts of different sizes. Modules of three/four parts are suitable for the bedroom. Too many pieces will clutter the space, making the room look like an art gallery.

2. Macro photography - an enlarged image of insects and plants with a blurred background. This option not only looks beautiful and unusual, but also calms.

3. To create a romantic atmosphere, it is better to use a framed fabric embroidered with beads.

4. To decorate a child’s room, a suitable option would be the child’s appliques and drawings with a bright plot, which can be placed in a frame and hung above the bed.

5. To improve the modern style of the bedroom, photo wallpapers depicting beautiful places, buildings, and attractions of various countries are suitable.

6. Works written in pastels (soft colored pencils for drawing). Paintings with gentle colors are calming and create a relaxing atmosphere.

7. Compositions made of fabric with the addition of lace, velvet, and silk are becoming quite popular. This version of paintings for the bedroom is most often used for the “Modern” or “Provence” styles.

8. Works painted in watercolor - the technique of creating such paintings is very complex and short-lived, but despite this drawback, they are still gaining popularity when complementing the interior in classical and English styles.

9. Paintings made with brushstrokes using oil or acrylic paint are becoming trendy today. It looks lively and bright, but is suitable for large bedrooms, since the entire image can only be seen at a long distance.

10. Paintings of different sizes, randomly distributed on one wall, will look beautiful and stylish.

As you can see, there are many options, but you should choose only one in accordance with the design of the room and your preferences, so it’s up to you to decide which paintings to hang in the bedroom.

Baguette as a connecting link

The framing of the picture deserves special attention. An attractive canvas can be visually lost in the overall interior of the bedroom if you do not pay attention to its frame. A luxurious wooden frame, which is preferable for oil painting, will look out of place in a modern style. Likewise, a metal baguette will look ridiculous in a romantic or Provence style.

To maintain a balance between the painting and the interior, it is necessary to use a connecting link - the frame. But the important condition here is to maintain the dominance of the painting over the baguette. In other words, so that the frame does not overshadow the picture itself.

Modular compositions, collages and mini compositions are framed with the same frames. Watercolor landscapes will perfectly complement the mat, with the help of wide or narrow fields the image on the canvas will come to life.

Paintings in different frames in the bedroom

Graphic images in the bedroom interior

Pictures above the bed in black and white frames

How to hang a picture in the bedroom?

In general, it’s interesting that this question is even asked. It seems that everything is simple. But! In 100% of cases, our clients ask us how to hang a picture correctly. Now we will talk about technical issues, so if they are not interesting to you, just skip it!

First, you need to understand that there are several ways to hang a picture. We will go through everything and comment on convenience/inconvenience, pros/cons.

If we talk about some more or less professional suspension systems, we’ll start with them. There are many manufacturers, but in the end the hanging of paintings looks like this:

The advantages of such systems:

there will be no holes left on the wall, the system is mounted at the junction of the wall and ceiling;
It’s easy to rehang pictures, change places, etc.

Minuses:

From an aesthetic point of view, this is a very questionable decision. It looks frankly not nice.
from the point of view of additional meanings, everything looks as if you are a tenant of this property and the owner does not allow you to drill holes in the wall))

Conclusions: indeed, it is better to use such systems where it is “not allowed” to make holes - in rented offices and rented apartments. But in this case we lose in aesthetics.

In our opinion, this solution is mostly for offices and some exhibition spaces. And to a lesser extent for residential premises.

Next on the list are Velcro hooks. Special hooks for hanging pictures. Such hooks are sold in hardware stores and supermarkets and are ranked depending on the weight of the painting - from 100g to 3-4kg.

Advantages stated by the manufacturers:

no need to drill walls;
the hooks can be removed without a trace (by pulling the adhesive base tape in a certain way);
ease of use.

Disadvantages that we have identified in our practice:

hooks do not always withstand the declared weight;
they cannot be used on all surfaces (for example, paper wallpaper or a textured surface is not suitable for such hooks);
Such hooks are not designed for large paintings;
if the hook does not support the weight, the picture falls, the hook tears out a piece of the wall “with meat” (either with a piece of plaster, or with a piece of wallpaper, or the paint is peeled off).

Conclusions: you can use it if the picture is small and, accordingly, has little weight. Not suitable for large paintings.

Well, the last option is with holes!!!)

It should be noted right away that this is the most reliable option that can be used for large paintings and large weights.

The painting can be hung on a steel cable (which is usually attached to the back of the painting either by the artists themselves or specialists from framing workshops), or it can be hung simply on a wooden stretcher. That is, there is a nail/screw in the wall and the picture is hung directly on this nail using a wooden stretcher.

The only addition is that it is better to hang it not on one nail/screw, but on two - this way the painting will always hang perfectly evenly.

Well, as for the features of mounting the painting in the bedroom. The situation when the painting is placed above the head of the bed deserves special attention. Here you need a very decent margin of safety and a very reliable suspension system. Because if 5-6 kg of modern painting falls on your head at night, it’s not fatal, but it’s unpleasant.

You need an even greater margin of safety if you have small children and they like to run into your bedroom in the morning and jump heartily on your bed) To prevent the painting from being a source of scratches and bruises, fasten it securely!

Placing paintings on cabinets, consoles and chests of drawers does not require any fasteners. The painting simply leans against the wall with a slight inclination. But - again - if there are small children in the house, we recommend that all paintings be mounted on the wall.

We hope that our guide on the topic “Which painting to hang in the bedroom” answered all your questions as much as possible and was useful and interesting.

All paintings in the photographs are for sale in our gallery.

Even more paintings can be seen on our website in the “Paintings for the Bedroom” section.

Where to hang the canvas?

How to choose a place for a painting? The most common and optimal place to place a painting in the bedroom is above the bed. Most often, pastel-colored canvases with a light plot are hung here. And if the material and color of the frame matches the head of the sleeping bed, then the interior will acquire integrity and completeness.

Paintings are rarely placed opposite the bed, since this place is usually occupied by a TV. However, Feng Shui is clear on this issue - there should be no devices that produce electromagnetic radiation in a vacation spot. By the way, official science is of the same opinion. It is much better for your emotional and psychological state if, when you fall asleep and wake up, you admire your favorite work of art.

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You can hang a lot of paintings - this will be a relevant and stylish solution. Canvases may vary in style, size and theme. This way you will introduce polyphonic variety into the interior, which will distract attention from the bed. This move is suitable for both a classic-style bedroom and country-style decor. If you like the idea, we advise you to pay attention to modern modular paintings, which, thanks to their functionality, endless variability of subjects and durability, have become a real trend in recent years.

What not to hang in the bedroom: signs, feng shui, designer recommendations

Modern psychologists have long been studying the influence of paintings on a person’s psychological and emotional state.

This is very important, since how well and efficiently a person rested during sleep will depend on his mood and performance throughout the day

Experts do not recommend placing in the bedroom paintings depicting noisy festivals and fun, aggressive wild animals, extreme sports and life-threatening natural phenomena (volcanic eruption, severe storm, avalanche, lightning strike, typhoon). Even a fleeting glance that you cast at such a picture before going to bed can ruin your mood and deprive you of a restful sleep.
Feng Shui experts and famous designers do not advise placing a lot of paintings in the bedroom, especially on every wall. The energies of different paintings will mix and the result may be a not entirely favorable environment.
According to Eastern teachings, mirrors should not be in the bedroom, as they can destroy the relationship between spouses. This decorative element is a guide to other worlds and can release ghosts and spirits. If you cannot do without it, then at night you can cover the mirror with a blanket so that sleeping people are not reflected in it.
The bed should not be placed opposite the door, with the head of the bed facing the window, or against sharp corners of furniture in the room. All this carries negative energy.

Whatever option you choose to decorate your bedroom with paintings, photographs or mirrors, the main thing is that the resting place is always comfortable and cozy. This room is considered special. The energy from the paintings should only be positive. Waking up in the morning, a person should feel completely rested and full of strength for a new working day.

Theme picture

The canvas can not only complement the interior, but also be in the “theme” of the room. For the country style, cute little animals or flowers are suitable, for the classics - bohemian scenes, miniatures from the Raphael era or images of ancient streets.

Painting in Provence style

How to choose a painting for the bedroom depending on the size and style of the room

Some consider paintings in the interior of a room an outdated design technique. Not everyone can afford expensive works of art, and cheap reproductions will only spoil the entire aesthetics of an apartment or house. But there are good works by young artists that are sold at low prices. You can also find original abstracts, inexpensive posters or reproductions.

You can decorate your bedroom not only with expensive paintings, but also with high-quality reproductions or interesting works by young artists

They will be appropriate in different rooms, including the bedroom.

But it is important to make sure that the chosen painting matches the style of the interior, the parameters of the room and the preferences of the residents. The wrong painting can make the bedroom feel uncomfortable.

But its main purpose is to make a person’s stay in the room calm and relaxed.

The larger the bed, the larger the artistic canvas should be, but its height does not matter.
The image in the painting should be pleasing to the eye. It is better to exclude dark colors, as they will create a depressing and harsh atmosphere. Before going to bed, a person should see only beautiful landscapes, still lifes and other rainbow-colored paintings.
If the bedroom is small, you should not hang a picture that is too large or too small. It is better to choose a medium-sized canvas that will be in perfect harmony with the size of the room and its design. The contrasting bright colors of the picture go well with the same palette of bed linen.
When choosing the theme of a piece of art for the bedroom, you need to be guided by the preferences of the people who will spend most of their lives in this room. If a person is interested in equestrian sports, you can purchase a canvas with horses running in an open field. For pet lovers, images of kittens or puppies are suitable. And those who are interested in flora will enjoy the floral still life.
If the size of the bedroom allows, you can hang the paintings in a certain order and mix different types of art. So, on one wall you can place several small paintings or photographs instead of one large one. You can hang the canvases, placing them diagonally from left to right or vice versa, or simply in a chaotic order, if this does not contradict the interior design.
Above the bed, the artistic work in style should be a complement and continuation of the bedroom set.
In a room with several different areas, it is best to place paintings that will be far apart from each other and serve different purposes. A canvas with a light storyline, made in warm pastel colors, will look great in the recreation area. And in the work area you can hang a picture in a brighter color scheme.
If the selected picture depicts unknown hieroglyphs, then you must definitely find out their meaning. Hanging a canvas that has a secret meaning is very risky in terms of energy.
Abstract art does not carry a deep meaning, so it will not negatively affect people in the bedroom at night. Such pictures are more neutral than positive.

Icons installed above the bed

You can hang not only pictures above the bed in the bedroom, but also holy images. But unlike paintings, icons need to be hung only in a certain place. This should be the red corner. It is usually located opposite the entrance to the room, and the person who worships the images of saints at the entrance should face the east. This is what many priests recommend and our ancestors did – let’s honor traditions. Although there are no clear recommendations and strict rules, so if your heart tells you to hang icons over your bed, you can do it.

You can hang not only pictures above the bed in the bedroom, but also holy images.

There are no clear recommendations or strict rules, so if your heart tells you to hang icons over your bed, you can do it.

Many people wonder how logical it is to hang icons in the bedroom, since this is such an intimate place? Following logic and God's instructions, the manifestation of love between a husband and wife in a legal marriage is not considered a sin. Therefore, if you want to hang icons in the bedroom, there is nothing stopping you from doing so.

This is what many priests recommend and our ancestors did – let’s honor traditions.

If you want to hang icons in the bedroom, there is nothing stopping you from doing so.

Recommendations for various premises

So, the general recommendations are known, now it’s worth talking in more detail about the decor of various functional premises - both residential and office. For example, for the office of the head of the office, canvases depicting well-being and status are suitable. Behind the back of a modern leader, photos of cars, yachts, and beautiful houses are appropriate. In the negotiations, pictures depicting the harvest will become a symbol of success in all endeavors.

Hallway

The first thing guests see when entering the house leaves the most vivid impression

Therefore, it is important to properly arrange the hallway from a Feng Shui point of view. This place accumulates and distributes energy throughout the house

Paintings with landscapes, still lifes, non-aggressive animals and birds contribute to this. To attract money to the house, hang an image of a money tree opposite the front door. In a small hallway, the painting should take up no more than a third of the free space on the wall. If the entrance room is a corridor, then modular paintings are appropriate here.

Living room

The main reception area can accommodate a large canvas or several small paintings. For a better choice, you can place several pieces of fabric of different colors in turn on the intended place of the painting. The plot can be as follows: a hearth or fireplace, a cozy house with garden trees, a snowy hill with children skating, a stream, a river (but not a waterfall). Spiritually enlightened people can hang pictures with religious themes.

Vitally active people select paintings for their interior that depict the movement of animals, people, birds - these are flows of positive energy and the desire to move forward. Those who need symbols of tranquility choose landscapes, symbols of abundance - butterflies and flowers.

Bedroom

It is very important what subjects the paintings depict: there is no place for swamps and stagnant water in ponds, no proud petrels in a stormy sea, no tsunamis or destructive waterfalls. You cannot post photos of one person if the bedroom belongs to a couple or you would like a couple to live here

It is not recommended to place any paintings above the bed to avoid family problems. The most common recommendation from Feng Shui experts is to hang a panel with peonies in the bedroom; this is a symbol of hot feelings, passion, and new relationships.

Orchid is a flower of family comfort. It helps to restore feelings, as well as improve health (if the painting hangs in the eastern sector) and make a career (in the northern sector). You should not try to cover all the walls with diverse paintings - this will mix the energy of the paintings and lead to an imbalance of flows.

Children's

The choice of drawings for a nursery depends on the psycho-emotional state and character of the child. The apathetic person needs to be cheered up and given energy. Choleric - calm, relax the nervous system. Therefore, the paintings should not hang at the head, but in the field of view of the beloved child. It is advisable to consult and identify the child’s color preferences. But explain why there is no need to hang posters with aggressive cartoon and movie characters in the room. The most popular for younger children are drawings with the sun and sunflowers. These are symbols of the fight against evil spirits.

Kitchen

There is a lot of space for kitchen design according to Feng Shui: still lifes with all kinds of fruits and berries, spices and aromatic coffee, flowers, landscapes, fire in various versions. The main condition: the pictures must be positive, no pictures of a dirty tavern or broken dishes. A kitchen apron over a countertop with photo printing is perfect as a large artistic canvas. The view of the evening city, the receding road, street lights - all this relaxes and creates a romantic atmosphere.

The use of red and green colors in canvases attracts financial flow. Therefore, there are a lot of natural themes here: forest, plants, red flowers. But water with a light wave, fields with golden ears of corn are appropriate. The picture should hang so that it is visible to everyone entering the kitchen.

Toilet

Pictures, posters, panels depicting the desert, sunset or dawn, bright burning rays of the sun are not suitable for the toilet room, because all these works are made in the colors of the fire element: yellow, orange, red. And this room needs muted cold tones: snowy mountain peaks, frozen lakes, flying snowflakes - silver-white, blue-blue, a little black. The most typical drawing is the sea element, but without the sultry beach.

Types of paintings

Color and theme are important when choosing decorative designs for walls. Based on these two parameters, paintings and posters are divided into the following categories:

The painting-rhyme repeats and combines colors in the interior. The shade of sofa cushions, curtains, bedspreads, and chair covers can be duplicated on the canvas. With this choice, the image merges with the decor of the room into a single whole, making the interior complete and complete.

An accent piece above your headboard will make your bed the most prominent piece of furniture in the room. The brighter its shade, the more significant the accent.
A style painting will also help complement the interior. If the room is decorated in a country style, then the image of a spring village landscape will be an ideal stylish addition.
The theme picture makes you think about a specific theme for decorating the room. Thus, an image of a lavender meadow, enclosed in a white frame, will hint at Provence, and a hot African safari will hint at the corresponding ethnic style.

The mood canvas will create the mood in the room that you think should prevail. Most often these are endless meadows, lush green forests, evoking a feeling of freshness and coolness on the street after the rain.

When choosing a painting, pay great attention to its frame. Plastic and metal will absolutely not fit into a classic bedroom interior, but they will look very organic in a modern one.

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If there is an image of objects in the picture, then there should be two of them

An excellent solution would be paintings with a paired image. For example, peonies captured at the peak of their bloom will add passion to the love relationship of spouses.

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People in love will become a symbol of a long and strong relationship. In particular, such canvases are recommended to be hung at the head of the bed for lonely people. To quickly find your soul mate.

The depicted pair of animals is a symbol of fidelity and devotion.

Three objects in the picture will attract the betrayal of one of the spouses.

Landscapes

This is one of the main options for “picture” decor. The most neutral and calming. Landscapes with mountains shrouded in misty haze, a small forest clearing flooded with sunlight, or a road stretching into the distance are liked by many people. They don't want paintings with harsh, toxic colors or pictures of cities filled with high-rise buildings and cars. Images of natural landscapes look great in any interior - classic (with an expensive gilded frame), Provence (with amazing simple village landscapes, imbued with warmth and light). Scenes of medieval hunting and sea panoramas are suitable for the Empire style. The African style will forever captivate with its heat and heat: animal painting, landscapes decorated with fur or leather are appropriate here. The African theme looks great on the carpet, which can also be used to decorate the headboards of the beds.

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What should feng shui paintings depict for a bedroom?

When decorating their bedroom, many people do not think about the meaning of decorative items. Very often, paintings that hang in the bedroom carry only an aesthetic meaning. However, the apartment owner himself may think so. In fact, the images in the painting play an important role in the life of an individual.

Many people do not think about the fact that desires can unexpectedly materialize in a very real way. To do this, a visualization method should be used. Paintings in the bedroom should depict ideas about the desired future.

Sample images:

To improve and establish your personal life, you should hang a picture of lovers in your bedroom.
To expand the family and if they want to have a child, a couple can hang a picture of children.
To maintain and intensify passions, paintings depicting plants, especially peonies and red poppies, as well as orchids, are suitable.
For a couple who has been married for many years, paintings depicting calm views of nature are suitable. This will help maintain inner harmony.

Photo gallery of options

Calm and comfort reign in such an interior.

Paintings with plant motifs are suitable for eco-style

An example of a painting that rhymes with bed

Pop art for a modern bedroom The painting can be painted to order

The placement of the paintings is carefully thought out

Several different images unite the interior

Bright painting - for a Scandinavian-style bedroom

Three paintings form a bright accent

The picture almost merges with the interior

This picture is refreshing and echoes textiles

An abstract painting also looks good in the bedroom.

All three images are color matched to the interior

For decoration, two identical reproductions are often used

Interior

The ideal shape of a bedroom according to Feng Shui is a square or rectangle, but even if the room has sloping corners, niches and other irregularities, you can adjust its shape with the help of furniture, decor and draperies.

The shape of the bedroom is not entirely favorable. The environment around the house, as well as smooth lines in furniture, wall and ceiling decor, compensates for this and attracts Shen Qi energy.

Mirrors

According to Feng Shui, mirrors should not be placed in the bedroom. The same applies to any reflective surfaces, such as mirror lamps or furniture. Mirrors negatively affect the energy of a sleeping person and cause discord in family relationships. If you cannot do without a mirror, then you need to follow a number of rules when installing it:

Sleeping people should not be reflected in it. Mirrors should not be placed opposite the bed or at the head of the bed. Mirror ceilings are strictly not recommended.
It is better to leave a full-length mirror for the living room, and use small ones for the bedroom, for example, from a dressing table. At night, such mirrors can be covered with a cloth or screen.
The mirror in the bedroom, hanging opposite the entrance, reflects all the incoming energy. It is better to place this item in the corner, so Qi will circulate freely around the room.
You can’t hang two mirrors opposite each other, it disrupts sleep. It is believed that mirrors form an astral corridor and spirits can enter the bedroom.
Mirrors consisting of small parts such as tiles or mosaics are especially not recommended.

If you really want to, you can still decorate your bedroom with mirrors. There is a categorical requirement: sleepers should not be reflected in them. It should also be taken into account that mirrors change the direction of the flow of Qi energy

Paintings and photographs

You can hang paintings and photos in the bedroom, but not every image is suitable for this. The main thing is that the picture should evoke only positive emotions; it could be a family photo or a masterpiece of painting. If a couple wants to have children, then a picture of a happy child is appropriate, although photos of other people’s children should not be posted. You should not hang pictures with wild animals in the bedroom, they can attract trouble. Paintings and photos depicting autumn, water, and natural disasters are also not suitable for the bedroom. They can negatively affect family relationships. It is also better to refrain from flowers, although a photo of bright peonies can improve marital relations.

The ideal decor for a headboard in a bedroom is plotless. The same rule applies to decorative items opposite, at the foot of the bed.

If the bedroom is exclusively a place of relaxation, then the picture should be peaceful and relaxing. These can be all kinds of panels, neutral photos, landscapes in muted colors. Paintings and photos with a dynamic plot are not suitable for the bedroom. The same goes for negative images: sadness, loneliness, tears, some kind of tragedy. Paintings or photos of deceased relatives or strangers should never be hung in the bedroom.

Neutral and small-scale painting on the wall at the head of the bed

It is not recommended to place paintings above the head of the bed, as they can disrupt energy flows during sleep. The frame for a photo or painting should be wooden, which will help maintain harmony in the bedroom.

Openwork masterpieces created using wood carving are good for maintaining harmony in the bedroom

Keep your bedroom clean and get rid of unnecessary things on time. Do not place the bed close to a wall that has a doorway

It is not recommended to keep electrical appliances, indoor plants, books on open shelves, various sources of water in the bedroom: aquariums, fountains, etc. If their presence is necessary, then you must place these items as far as possible from the bed. But elements such as candles, curtains, dim lamps, figurines must be present in the bedroom, as they help create favorable energy.

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Rules for placing paintings from the point of view of Feng Shui

Place pictures of flowers in your apartment that bring good luck, for example, azalea, hibiscus, gerberas, orchids, violets, etc. Flowers can be placed in the painting either in vases, in mugs, or on plates.

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In the bedroom you can place photographs of people dear to you. The main thing is that the people in the photo are not sad. Under no circumstances should you hang pictures of politicians in your bedroom. This will absolutely destroy your connection as a couple and bring discord.

Paintings with portraits are suitable for a bedroom decorated in classical, baroque or rococo style

Avoid compositions with sharp and clear outlines. Such as corners, arrowheads, teeth.

Using a compass, determine the cardinal directions and make sure that the prevailing color schemes correspond as follows:

north – black and blue (water element);
south – red, yellow (fire element);
east and southeast – green (wood element);
west and northwest - white, gold, silver (metal element);
southwest and northeast – brown (earth element).

According to the teachings of Feng Shui, the picture frame should not be too large and convex.

What is a modular painting?

This is a picture consisting of several separate parts - modules. There are only 2 types:

More often this is one image divided into parts (segments), like a puzzle.
Less often - several images united by a plot, color or stylistic solution.

Triptych in your bedroom

There can be from two to ten segments (there may be paintings with a large number of modules, but the author has not encountered such ones. The most common are paintings of three, four or five parts. They have their own names:

2 modules – diptych
3 modules - triptych
4 modules - quadroptych
5 modules – pentaptych

Usually the first two names are used - diptych and triptych, and paintings with a large number of segments are called polyptychs.

Modules can be placed horizontally (usually) or vertically. Sometimes you can find paintings of 4 or 9 segments arranged in a “square”.

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In terms of execution technique, modular paintings do not differ from ordinary paintings. These can be works done in oil, watercolor, pencil, etc.

You need to understand that hand-painted modular paintings will be significantly more expensive than most segmented images sold in stores.

Most of the modular paintings offered in stores are photo printing with special paints on canvas. There may also be simpler options on a paper, vinyl or non-woven basis.

Paintings on canvas are more beautiful. The texture of the canvas is visible. She looks more like the real thing.

Sometimes manufacturers coat it with varnish. This is done manually with a brush with short and stiff bristles. There are grooves on the surface, marks that make it look very similar to a “real” oil painting.

There is nothing wrong with using such paintings for interior decoration. They are much cheaper, and only a professional artist or interior designer can distinguish them from the “real” ones.

Only fairly rich people can afford furniture made from solid natural wood or flooring made from real parquet boards. We usually use furniture made of chipboard, linoleum, laminate and countertops made of stone chips.

What doesn't belong in the bedroom?

A perfectly selected, harmonious and stylish interior can be ruined by an incorrectly selected painting. Let's look at what should not be hung in a room intended for rest and relaxation.

The selected image should not have dark, harsh tones.
Feng Shui does not recommend choosing paintings of battles, scenes of violence and cruelty, or wild animals for this room. Such images seem to invite aggression into your home and spread the breath of death.
A photo or portrait of a celebrity, idol or relative who has long passed away can be placed in the office, but not in the bedroom.
When choosing paintings with hieroglyphs, be sure to find out what they mean; the hidden meaning of a painting in the bedroom can be negative.
Waterfalls, seas and oceans fascinate and attract the eye, but they should not hang in the bedroom, because proximity to this element is unfavorable for the health of a sleeping person.
Autumn landscapes are calming, but the rules of ancient teaching prohibit adding decorations to the bedroom interior during this sad time.
Images of crying, loneliness and sadness are also inappropriate, as well as a noisy holiday or feast.

Paintings for the bedroom: general recommendations for choosing

First of all, it is worth noting that there should not be too much decor in the bedroom. Otherwise, the interior will be overloaded, which can negatively affect morale and quality of sleep.

As for paintings, there should be no more than three of them above the bed. Moreover, it is desirable that they have a common theme and color scheme. Modular paintings are ideal for this. This means that one image is divided into two or three parts. They are placed on the wall with a slight indentation from each other. But nevertheless, the picture looks very beautiful, and most importantly, holistically.

For those who plan to place several paintings in the bedroom, we recommend that you think through the layout in advance.

Also in this case it is very important that they are the same size and shape. But under no circumstances choose paintings with too small details.

This is especially true for those who suffer from insomnia. The fact is that sometimes, instead of relaxing, a person focuses on the subject and examines it. In this case it could be paintings. Therefore, try to choose larger designs.

Also, you should not purchase large paintings if you are decorating a small bedroom. They will simply not be appropriate, and the interior as a whole will seem tasteless.

Before purchasing one or another option, evaluate the overall style of your bedroom. This will determine how appropriate the picture will be. Lovers of classic design should choose paintings of the same style. These can be reproductions of famous artists, family portraits and other works.

Modern, functional bedrooms are becoming increasingly popular. This design is based on maximum comfort and free space. As for additional decor, it is not used at all or only in small quantities. Therefore, the picture can be either in tone with the main style or in a more saturated shade. The most popular options are, of course, images of parks, skyscrapers, and landscapes. Macro photography is also common. That is, enlarged dew drops, rose petals, snowflakes and much more. This solution looks quite original.

Fans of high-tech or modern style in the bedroom know that in this case the best solution is paintings with abstraction

Moreover, it does not matter at all what color scheme is used to create them. Such products look most attractive above the head of the bed.

Due to this, they decorate the overall appearance of the bedroom, but at the same time do not interfere with falling asleep and relaxing. After all, it is precisely because of their location that they are not conspicuous.

The loft style in bedroom design is not so common. But still, it is chosen by creative, extraordinary people and lovers of experiments. Often paintings are not welcome here. However, you can always choose an option that suits your style. For example, abstract and unusual paintings are an excellent solution for such a bedroom.

Wall decoration also plays an important role. If there is wallpaper with a pattern on the walls, then you should not hang pictures. Otherwise, the bedroom will look overloaded. In addition, after a hard day at work, such a design can only irritate and interfere with relaxation.

However, if the pattern on the wallpaper is not too active and colorful, then you can choose a picture that suits the style. It looks really very beautiful. But still, the ideal option for a bedroom is light walls. Almost any image will look good on them. No matter which option you choose, try to place it at eye level.

Useful tips

Consider the size of the room. In a small bedroom with a low ceiling, it is better to place several small paintings, as a large one will look bulky. It is better to place a large painting on a “bare” wall. A vertical image visually makes the ceilings higher, a horizontal image makes them wider. To make a long room seem shorter, a bright painting is placed on the end wall.
Beauty is in simplicity. You shouldn’t overcrowd the bedroom interior with art - something above the bed, something opposite will be enough.
Family photos. It is better to place them in the living room, because the bedroom is an intimate place, and no one will see them there.
Emotions or calm? Paintings or panels in pastel colors are calming, while bright and provocative ones can cause excitement.
Should there be a frame? Many paintings can be hung on the wall without a frame, but if there is one, it should match the color and style of the room.
Horizontal. When decorating a composition of several paintings on the wall, their lower part is lined up in a strict horizontal pattern.
Height of hanging paintings. It is desirable that the center of the picture is located slightly below eye level, which is about 150–160 cm.
The place for the painting should be monochromatic, without bright or contrasting texture.

Varieties

A bedroom is not just one of the living rooms, but a real cozy corner where you can have a good rest, sleep and escape from everyday problems. Such a room should be as cozy as possible so that it is comfortable to be in it.

To create a pleasant and beautiful environment, you need to select suitable finishing materials, pieces of furniture and, of course, decor. With the help of the last details you can radically change the mood and atmosphere in the room.

You can transform your interior with the help of correctly selected paintings. They can have different sizes, tonality and texture. The choice of suitable options depends on the basic style of the bedroom decor and the personal preferences of the owners.

There are several varieties of these decorative elements:

Relief paintings have an original and attractive appearance

They attract attention, especially if you resort to a spectacular play of light. The relief in the image may be slight or pronounced

The second option is more noticeable and can play the role of a bright accent in a cozy bedroom.

Graphics as black decor

Black graphic images and pencil drawings can be used to decorate a minimalist bedroom (the most commonly used interior design for small apartments). It differs in that it has practically no objects that strongly emphasize attention. Furniture is usually multifunctional, often built-in. The color scheme is calm, sometimes almost monochrome.

Images of animals, drawings of flowers, city landscapes, in which no more than 2 or 3 colors are used, fit organically into the decor and give the room an orderly and strict look. In loft-style bedrooms, you can use metal frames for pictures. They are often placed on a shelf located above the head. Paintings with abstractions and images of urban landscapes, equal in size to the width of the bed, will perfectly complement the concrete and metal decor characteristic of this original style. Sometimes graphics are applied directly to the walls.

Themes of paintings for the bedroom

Classic landscapes, pastorals of rural measured life, canvases depicting flowers, birds, city streets and landmarks look good in the bedroom. They distract from negativity, mentally transport you to the edge of an ancient forest or to a blooming spring garden, and remind you of travel and family vacations together. But it’s better to avoid images of aggressive battle scenes, predatory animals, natural disasters or bright asymmetrical abstractions

When choosing a painting for your bedroom, you can listen to the advice of psychologists, who endow each color with certain properties. Thus, green and blue shades perfectly calm and relax, pink, beige and chocolate - allow you to tune in to a lyrical mood, orange, blue and purple - invigorate and lift your spirits. In any case, you should like the purchased work. Then you will feel comfortable, relaxed and peaceful in the room.

Picture-style

Purchased to highlight the style of the room. Its appearance is not just suitable for the room, it is an integral part of the new space. Paintings for bedroom interiors belonging to this type are not purchased as a separate value or work of art, but solely as decor.

Painting material

Until the 17th century, painting was done with oil paints and a simple pencil. Now the list of thematic consumables has expanded significantly, and you need to choose each of them, guided by the following points:

Style – modern and neutral trends welcome bright paintings done in acrylic oil or pencil graphics, while in classic interiors you can use subjects painted in watercolor, gouache, oil and acrylic;
Luxury - the respectability of a plot largely depends on the quality of its execution, but do not forget that oil painting is always at a premium;
Durability - acrylic paint is the most wear-resistant, second place goes to oil, gouache and watercolor fade over time, are easily subject to mechanical damage, and also wear out from high humidity.

To make paintings on the bedroom wall last longer, they can be ordered varnished or laminated. The last option is suitable for modular designs. The subframe can also be covered with mineral or organic (plastic) glass. The mineral version breaks, but does not become scratched at the slightest contact with another object. Organic glass has the opposite effect.