If you are looking for decorating ideas to fill the blank wall space over your bed, there are a variety of options for every style and price point.
Add texture, personality, and a finishing touch to your bedroom with mirrors, art, lighting, picture ledges, wall hangings, plants, decorative baskets, and more. Anchor your bed with an affordable DIY project, decor repurposed from around the house, or thrifted pieces for a budget-friendly refresh.
Check out these easy and stylish ideas for decorating over the bed.
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of 66Woven Wall Baskets
Decorating with baskets is a budget-friendly way to add texture and warmth to the blank wall over your bed. Michelle Berwick Design hung an odd-numbered grouping of varying sizes to create an organic feel in this bright modern space.
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of 66Pop Art
Hang a cheeky piece of pop art over your bed for an uplifting feel. Dekay and Tate Interiors layered a framed pair of lips over wallpaper in this eclectic space.
How to safely hang art over the bed
Choose appropriate wall hooks that can support the weight of the artwork that you are hanging. Use sawtooth hooks for larger pieces and attach picture hooks to wall studs to provide maximum stability. For safety reasons, prioritize hanging lighter pieces over the bed that will do less damage if the worst happens and they fall.
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of 66Wall-Mounted Plants
@leafandlolo / Instagram
Create a natural feel by hanging wall-mounted planters over the bed. Fill them with a variety of your favorite bedroom-friendly plants, like this all-white space from Leaf and Lolo.
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of 66Moroccan Tray
Accent with gold to add warmth, light, and bling to the blank space over your bed. Michelle Boudreau Design hung a hammered brass tray above this bed styled with a mix of textiles in this Moroccan-inspired room.
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of 66Black-and-White Photography
Decorate a modern guest room with black-and-white photography of anything from travel scenes to local landmarks. Desiree Burns Interiors hung a pair of photos with white frames and mats to match the wood trim in this neutral space.
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of 66Textile Wall Hanging
Complement a midcentury modern bedroom with a textile wall hanging over the bed. Erin Williamson Design matched the jewel-toned blue background color with bedding and a vintage lamp for a cohesive feel.
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of 66Hat Collection
Lea Johnson for Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sage E Imagery
Display a collection of hats over the bed for a casual feel. This space from Lea Johnson for Emily Henderson Design has a mix of sizes in neutral shades and similar styles to complement the decor in this spacious bedroom.
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of 66Round Mirror
Hang a round mirror above the bed to bounce around light. Brexton Cole Interiors hung a small brass-framed mirror and matching sconce on the walls of this black-and-white bedroom that complements the curves of an antique bed frame.
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of 66Juju Hat
Hang a feathered juju hat over the bed to add texture and character to a modern bedroom. Michelle Berwick Design chose a black-and-white design to complement white walls and black furniture and lighting.
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of 66Neon Sign
Hang a neon sign over the bed to add a quirky element to a neutral space. Interior designer Alvin Wayne floated a neon sign above an extra-tall tufted gray velvet headboard in this small New York City apartment bedroom.
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of 66Wall-Mounted Canopy
Swap a standalone canopy bed for a wall-mounted bed canopy to add flair to your bedroom. Mary Patton Design channeled 1980s bedroom style with a green-and-pink canopy that mixes florals and checks and complements ruffled bedding and blush walls.
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of 66Picture Ledge
Design by Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Keyanna Brown
Add a picture ledge above the bed that can be styled with a rotating selection of photos, art, and objects. In this space from Malcolm Simmons for Emily Henderson Design, the ledge is placed on top of a wall-to-wall wood slat headboard.
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of 66Multicolored Artwork
Pair a black bedroom accent wall with a large piece of multicolored art centered over the bed for a striking look. Interior designer Alvin Wayne dressed the bed in white linens and chose a pair of mirrored nightstands and matching table lamps to create a dynamic modern look in this New York City apartment.
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of 66Abstract Resin Art
Decorate a soothing gray bedroom with bright accents. Mary Patton Design hung an abstract tinted resin on wood panel artwork by Bay Area artist Lola on the color-drenched walls of this space for a modern feel.
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of 66Fishing Net
Style the blank space over your bed with anything that strikes your fancy, sourced from anywhere including the attic, basement, or shed. Home Consultant suspended a repurposed fishing net from the ceiling to create a budget-friendly anchor for the bed in this minimalist space.
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of 66Colorful Gallery Wall
Design by William Hunter Collective / Styling by Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Decorate the wall above a daybed to give your guest room a welcoming feel. Hang a series of colorful paintings in various styles, frames, and sizes on a blush pink wall that will add a hint of color while allowing the artwork to shine.
How to arrange art over the bed
You can arrange art over the bed in a number of ways to suit your preferences and style. Center a single piece over the bed, or position it to one side for an off-kilter look. Hang a single or double row of art in matching frames for a polished feel. Stagger a trio of colorful framed posters around a curvy headboard for a dynamic look.
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of 66Macrame Wall Hanging
Create a boho-style bedroom feel by hanging a large macrame wall hanging over the bed. K Shan Design paired it with beige walls, a light wood and cane headboard, and sky blue bedding for a breezy feel.
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of 66Wood Slat Wall Accent
Save space while elevating the decor in a small bedroom with a combination wood slat accent wall and headboard. Desiree Burns Interiors floated the wood slat feature on the wall above the bed and attached a nightstand and sconce for an airy feel in this Japandi-style space.
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of 66Midcentury Modern Wall Art
Hang sculptural midcentury modern wall art above the bed to add intrigue to a modern bedroom. Forbes + Masters decorated this space with a brass Birds in Flight wall sculpture designed by Curtis Jere in the 1960s.
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of 66Tiny Painting
Play with scale to add interest to the wall decor above your bed. Erin Williamson Design floated a tiny painting in a gilded frame on a sage green wall in this bedroom that complements the four-poster bed and floral print curtains.
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of 66Draped Fabric
Hang a scrunched up piece of fabric in a natural material like burlap or jute to add texture to the wall above twin beds, like this space from Kate Marker Interiors. This budget-friendly idea will help to visually unite the sleeping space in a small room with two beds.
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of 66Colorful Capri Hat
A colorful Capri hat doubles as decor in this bedroom from Studio Peake. If your bedroom includes a statement headboard, hang decor off to the side over the nightstand to add decor without detracting from the main event.
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of 66Still Life Scene
Give a farmhouse bedroom a vintage feel with a still life painting. Ashley Montgomery Design chose a simple table scene to warm up vertical shiplap walls, and hung a pair of aged brass sconces above the headboard to provide reading light.
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of 66Wire Shelving
Install lightweight wire shelving over the bed to display or store items such as paperback books and plants, like this space from Fantastic Frank. Contrast mustard yellow walls with soft white shelving and bedding for a pleasing balance of warm and cool tones.
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of 66Half-Moon Mirror
Hang a modern mirror over your bed to complement an eclectic space. Gray Space Interiors hung a large-scale half moon mirror with hand-painted silk tassels designed by Ben & Aja Blanc in this earth-toned space full of texture and pattern.
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of 66Small Off-Center Portrait
While it might be your first instinct to center decor over the bed, consider shifting your perspective for a more unexpected result. Hang a small off-center portrait over the bed to create an effortless and more surprising feel, like this farmhouse bedroom from M Starr Design.
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of 66String of Wooden Beads
Emily Bowser for Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Scour flea markets, antique malls, and online marketplaces for one-of-a-kind finds. Emily Bowser for Emily Henderson Design draped a string of oversized vintage wood beads over the bed in this primary bedroom for a personal and playful feel.
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of 66Architectural Salvage
Add texture to the walls with architectural salvage pieces, like this modern farmhouse guest bedroom from My 100 Year Old Home. Source anything from old windows to porch railings, old signage, and more at flea markets, architectural salvage yards, or online.
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of 66Color Photography
Tyler Karu Design and Interiors / Photo by Erin Little
Decorate white walls with color photography for an instant boost. Tyler Karu Design and Interiors decorated this midcentury modern bedroom with period furniture and a color photo centered over the bed.
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of 66Bleached Driftwood
Add a zen feel to a neutral bedroom with natural elements. Forbes + Masters hung bleached driftwood on the ice blue walls of this soothing space to fill the space over the bed with an organic touch.
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of 66Vintage Poster
Hang a framed movie poster over wallpaper to create a layered feel in a moody bedroom like this space from interior designer Alvin Wayne. Choose contrasting shades to make the framed artwork stand out from the wallpaper.
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of 66Neutral Textural Art
If you find paintings or photographs too distracting for the bedroom, add texture to your walls with neutral artwork. Michelle Boudreau Design paired an abstract piece with raised dots on a saturated black wood slat accent wall for a dramatic contrast and a mix of shapes and forms.
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of 66Small Antique Mirror
Design by Marie Flanigan Interiors / Photo by Julie Soefer
Couple a small antique mirror and craved wood bed frame to add elegance to a modern bedroom. Marie Flanigan Interiors paired the ornate gilded mirror with modern wall sconces to anchor the bed in this lofty space, adding lampshades to soften the quality of the light.
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of 66Tall DIY Headboard
Design by Vanessa Scoffier / Photo by Hotel Henriette
An extra-tall headboard will draw the eye upward, making a tiny bedroom feel more spacious. Interior designer Vanessa Scoffier placed painted French double doors above the bed in this room at Paris‘ Hotel Henriette that make the room feel grander, an easy idea that you can emulate with an upcycled door or two and a can of paint.
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of 66Pendant Lights
Hang a single or double pendant lights above the nightstand instead of using a table lamp to save space in a small bedroom. Studio Peake paired staggered modern pendants over the nightstands and hung a black-and-white photo over the bed to add contrast with a colorful patterned wall-to-wall headboard.
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of 66Nude Painting
Hang a tasteful nude painting over the bed to add some cheeky color to a white-walled space like this modern bedroom from Mary Patton Design. Try a black-and-white photo for a more contemporary feel.
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of 66Single Row of Illustrations
Hang a collection of related illustrations, photos, paintings or posters over the bed in matching frames. Lining up framed artwork that is the same size and style in a single row will create a focal point above your headboard that will make it feel taller, like this space from Studio Peake.
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of 66Small Jute Rug
Hang a small jute rug over the bed to add a boho-style touch to a modern bedroom. Home Consultant used a flower-shaped jute rug to soften a minimalist black-and-white space furnished with matching black metal side tables and adjustable architect lamps for those who like to read in bed.
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of 66Colorful Wall Baskets
Energize a neutral bedroom with colorful wall baskets that are lightweight, affordable, and easy to hang. Mary Patton Design chose a grouping of different patterns and colors to add interest and variety to the soothing gray bedroom walls.
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of 66Vintage Portrait
Give a traditional bedroom an authentic feel by hanging a vintage oil portrait over the bed. Mary Patton Design paired gilded frames with a dark stained wood antique four-poster bed for a traditional feel.
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of 66Layered Color Accents
Turn a neutral bedroom into a colorful one by focusing on the bed wall. Interior designer Alvin Wayne paired a sage green wall with a darker sage accent circle to create dimension, then layered over a colorful painting in shades of purple to transform this white-walled New York City apartment bedroom.
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of 66Real or Faux Wreath
Hang a real or faux wreath over your bed for an easy take on seasonal decor. Liz Marie Blog hung a winter wreath in this cozy farmhouse bedroom that can be decorated for holidays or swapped out as seasons change.
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of 66Decorative Plates
Complement an antique bed frame with vintage decor over the bed. Tyler Karu Design and Interiors hung a small collection of decorative blue-and-white plates in this historic Maine coastal bedroom that helps to anchor the angled bed.
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of 66Quadriptych Tree Art
Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp
This vintage tree four-panel quadriptych artwork wasn’t a finishing touch but the point of departure for this nature-inspired bedroom decor scheme from Emily Henderson Design. The clean lines of a midcentury modern bed frame and nightstands complement the vintage wall art behind the bed.
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of 66Vintage Poster Collection
Hang a collection of vintage posters over your bed to personalize your space. Tyler Karu Design and Interiors hung colorful posters that showcase graphic design over bold gold metallic wallpaper for a vibrant feel in this Maine bedroom.
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of 66Picture Frame Molding
Add subtle texture to the wall above your bed with picture frame molding. Brexton Cole Interiors painted the walls and trim in light blue to create a backdrop for a tufted headboard.
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of 66Foraged Branches
Decorate with foraged branches for an eco- and budget-friendly idea. Lobster and Swan added volume to a bedside pendant light with a large branch that complements the live edge night stand and warm earth-toned walls of this English country bedroom.
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of 66Cafe Curtains
If your bed has a window on the wall above, hang cafe curtains. Becca Interiors hung colorful patterned half curtains from a brass rod that helps to filter light and soften the space.
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of 66Wall-Mounted Headboard
Give your bed a more finished look without a bulky bed frame by hanging a vintage rattan headboard on the wall. K Shan Design paired the flower power headboard with matching vintage bedside lamps and hung a small black-and-white photo beneath the high windows as a finishing touch.
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of 66Double Row of Illustrations
Hang a double row of illustrations to create a neat and tidy take on a gallery wall. Studio Peake used identical black frames for a structured look.
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of 66Floating Shelves
Design by Caroline Andreoni Interior Design / Photo by Laura Jacques
Hang simple floating shelves over the bed that you can style as you like to maximize wall space in a small bedroom. Caroline Andreoni Interior Design used the same light wood tones throughout this tiny Paris studio for a cohesive feel.
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of 66Folding Screen
Create an elegant backdrop for your bed with a folding screen. This space from Omforme Design features a black-and-gold illustrated design to match the decor in this eclectic space, but you could choose any material or style to complement your interiors.
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of 66Mini Gallery Wall
Create a low-key gallery wall by hanging a trio of prints, photographs, or paintings in a staggered display that straddles the space over the headboard and the nightstand, like this London bedroom from Studio Peake.
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of 66Removable Wallpaper
Neva Interior Design / Photo by Picthouse – Patrick Mancliere
Decorate the wall over your bed with removable wallpaper. Neva Interior Design chose a bold pattern to complement a built-in headboard in this compact space.
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of 66Pair of Abstract Paintings
Layer colorful art over colorful walls to create a maximalist feel in a modern bedroom. Louis Duncan-He Designs hung a pair of similar abstract paintings in identical frames on the olive green limestone finish walls to add warmth to this high-rise bedroom.
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of 66Framed Art Triptych
Hang a triptych over the bed to create a polished feel. Desiree Burns Interiors paired a botanical motif with an olive green bed frame to warm up this white-walled space.
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of 66Accent Mural
Fill the wall space over your bed with an abstract mural. Louis Duncan-He Designs contrasted soothing blue walls with a black-and-white mural in this tranquil bedroom.
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of 66Unframed Landscape Painting
Hang a large unframed landscape painting over your bed to echo the view from the windows. Tyler Karu Design and Interiors chose a neutral scene to enhance the coastal views in this Maine bedroom.
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of 66Trio of Colorful Prints
Stagger a trio of colorful prints around the curves of a headboard to add color and personality to your bedroom or guest room like this space from Studio Peake.
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of 66Unframed Wallpaper Panel
A single wallpaper panel can create a big impact on the bed wall without overwhelming the room. K Shan hung a botanical wall panel and paired it with a palm tree photograph over the bed in this boho-style space.
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of 66Decorative Wall Sconces
Hang sconces above a winged headboard that will provide reading light and double as decor. Forbes + Masters skipped bedside lamps, hanging a large pendant over the end of the bed in this glam primary bedroom.
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of 66Accent Wallpaper
Carry accent wallpaper from the bed wall to the ceiling to create a dramatic decor feature over your bed. Interior designer Alvin Wayne paired large-scale dark green and white floral wallpaper with a wall-to-wall green velvet headboard for a boutique hotel feel in this New York City bedroom.
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of 66Small Metal Arrow
If there is a window above your bed, add a small piece of wall decor to personalize the space without necessarily creating a focal point. K Shan Design hung a small metal arrow over the bed in this vintage bedroom.
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of 66Hand-Painted Mural
A hand-painted mural will add a glamorous touch to an ornately decorated bedroom. This Hollywood Regency-style bedroom from Kendall Wilkinson Design features a tree branch mural over the bed layered with wall-mounted brass birds.
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of 66Wall-Mounted Curtain
Mount a ceiling height curtain behind the headboard to hide a window or create a focal point that’s easier and less expensive than a canopy bed. Studio Peake hung a simple white curtain on a black rod that contrasts with colorful decor in this eclectic bedroom.
