Wall Decor Ideas

Layering decor is one of my favorite decorating techniques and wall decor ideas. It is a great way to add depth and fill a large space. This is a technique that I use not only in my own home, but while staging at The Findery in Waco, Texas. You can read more about The Findery, here.

For instance, if you have a large wall, but the artwork you plan to hang feels too small, you can layer something larger like a window behind the artwork to fill the space. In addition, the layering piece will usually add depth and texture to the space. Consequently, this makes the room feel more interesting.

Here are some more tips to layering wall decor that I previously shared on the blog.

Wall Decor Ideas to use in Layering

First, I begin with a larger item that contrasts with the item that will hang on top. It is important to use a variety of different textures like wood, metal, glass, or natural materials. For instance, combine a wicker basket over glass, a canvas sign over a metal arch or a magnolia wreath over a wooden gate. Here is a list of items that are great to layer over when displaying wall decor.

20 Things you can Layer over…

Windows
Shutters
Tulip crates
Ceiling tiles
Tall Mirrors
Art or Signs
Porch rails
Shallow crates
Wood planks
Chippy doors
Tobacco baskets
Printers trays
Old fencing or gates
Decorative ladders
Empty picture frames
Framed chalk boards
Reproduction arches
Large wicker or rattan trays
Vintage floor or ceiling grates
Architectural finds like barn vent

Next, hang a decorative piece of decor like wreaths, artwork, or signs over the wall decor. Ensure that the item or multiples of the item fill at least half the space of the item that it is layered on top of. Otherwise, it can feel too small. Small nails, push pins or 3m hooks are usually enough to hang items.

10 Things you can Layer with…

Wreaths
Word cutouts
Wall clocks
Artwork on Canvas
Lettered signs
Framed pictures
Banners or garlands
Decorative medallions
Plates or platters
Wall baskets or vases filled with flowers or greenery

Vintage Crates

Framed prints hung in a a metal crate.

Signs layered over a vintage tulip crate.

Repurposed Shutters

Shutters add an interesting texture when layered.

Both Designs by Tiffany Fatheree for the Findery in Waco

Metal Arches

Metal arches from Kirklands

Metal arches from the Findery in Waco, Tx

Old Gates and Fencing

Decorative sign layered over an old gate.

Cow skull layered over rustic gate.

Architectural Finds

Ceiling tiles add a fun texture behind a wreath.

This vintage barn vent was found in Roundtop, Texas.

Last year, I did a display for the Findery during Baylor homecoming. I created a display for the the local college team, the Baylor Bears. First, I drew the silhouette of a bear onto a painted board. Next, I glued vertical strips of paper in between the lines of the bear, cutting when necessary. Lastly, I layered the picture over wood planks and two fence panels. It was a great way to fill a large wall with repurposed items.

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