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what should i put behind my bedroom wall

6 years ago

Should i place wallpaper behind my bed or should i get mirrors to place above my nightstand. I'm undecided. Here is my bedroom and a couple of swatches of wallpaper i'm considering.

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Grey Heron Interiors

6 years ago

Hello pontes_mari,

I would do both! Wallpaper for the overall effect and then vertical not-too-large mirrors for some ambiance and character. Love the look so far!

P.S. No wallpaper swatches were included

Karen

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dyliane
6 years ago
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pontes_mari
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6 years ago
Grey Heron Interiors - thanks just added some swatches. thanks for responding. i don't know what kind of mirrors either.
auntthelma
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
Mirrors by the bed are considered unsettling because you see yourself in the dark and it can be unsettling. I love the wallpaper idea. I've thought of doing that for my own bedroom. Looking forward to seeing your finished. I LOVE the first swatch.
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Grey Heron Interiors
6 years ago
I love all those papers! The mirrors should have glass/mirrored/metallic framing based on the papers you've added.
pontes_mari
Original Author
6 years ago
auntthelma i never thought about that. i'm pretty scary at night
pontes_mari
Original Author
6 years ago
Grey Heron Interiors - i picked so many. how i am suppose to decide on the right color? my headboard is tan and I've been tanned out for the past 4 years. i want to try gray, hence the picture up top, but then the shiny gray looks kind of off with my headboard which is why i thought i needed more texture. Am i over thinking this?
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Kevin Twitty Interiors
6 years ago
The Darcy Wallpaper, White and Gray wallpaper is the way to go with the style & shape of your furniture, as well as, the other patterns going on in the room. It'll also be a nice light and bright addition to the space.

Good luck! It'll look great.
mjconti
6 years ago
Agree with Aunt Thelma and would like to add that mirrors across from the bed are a very bad idea too. Maybe even more so than mirrors above end tables next to the bed.
pontes_mari
Original Author
6 years ago
Kevin Twitty Interiors thanks. i was leaning toward that to make it look clean and bright. also, i took this at night. I have three large windows that give in too much light.
pontes_mari
Original Author
6 years ago
okay, sorry. one more question. i don't need to paint right? the darcy wallpaper, will the bright white and silver clash with the tan walls? i'm only do one wall. also, if i do one wall, do i need something above my nightstand?Kevin Twitty Interiors
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Grey Heron Interiors
6 years ago
I do like the Darcy paper the best. Instead of mirrors then, how about some beautiful artwork?
artsyphartsy_home_maker
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
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If you are a believer in Feng shui, If I'm not mistaken mirrors reflecting toward the bed is considered bad luck and bad luck for relationships. And another vote for the 'Darcy' paper, the soft circles and light soft feeling it gives is a nice contrast & compliment to the dark classic wood furniture.

Some ideas, added just part of the wall with wallpaper that looks like the Darcey I couldn't do the whole wall, I would have if I could have. With such a busy wallpaper, I would be careful about adding art. The wallpaper itself is art.

1. Glamor light fixture, white drapes, Darcey like wallpaper.

2.Retro industrial schoolhouse stlye light fixture, Darcy like wallpaper, original drapes.

3. Retro industrial schoolhouse light fixture, Darcey like wallpaper, White drapes.

4. Glamor light fixture, Darcey like wallpaper, silver gray lux velvet drapes.
tooky58
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
It's your bedroom, if you want mirrors above the nightstands do it. Imo I think they'd look nice as long as they're not to big. Maybe ones with a wide deep edge. Have fun and show us the after pictures. Please. I always wonder what was decided and how does it look.
artsyphartsy_home_maker
6 years ago
Yes -- would also love to see what you wind up doing!
Momof5x
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
I would do both wallpaper and mirrors too, it would look really nice. The Darcy Wallpaper, White and Gray, will work. Also, tint of brown in above wallpapers would go with flooring too.
loobab
6 years ago
Hi pontes_mari-

Your bed, night stand and bedding are lovely!

What would be the purpose of a mirror over the bed or the nightsta

How would mirrors over the nightstand enhance the ambiance?

The mirror will be in the bottom portion of them, and what is on the opposite wall that they would be reflecting?

As to wallpaper on the wall as an accent wall, that seems to be the trend now, as a shiplap wall was a trend a year or two ago.

Here's the problem with a wallpaper wall.

When you decide to hang a thing or two, and then change them around, you are stuck with irreparable holes in the wallpaper as well as large unsightly faded squares and rectangles where your pictures (or mirrors) were.

You might change your bed linens and find that your wallpaper doesn't suit.

Have you ever tried to remove wallpaper?

That's a job you wouldn't wish on your worst enemy.

Well, maybe your worst enemy, especially if you can also stick them with the bill to repair your damaged dry wall too.

Why not just find some art work?

https://www.greatbigcanvas.com/

Do you think you may not be liking your paint color? How about something lighter?

What about a chandelier? What is there now looks like the cheapie the builder left there. Why not put something there that is lovely and tasteful?

Bedside lamps with cleaner lines would look better than the ornate ones that are there now.

Does the rug really coordinate with the colors of the bedding? It doesn't seem to be the right size. The purpose is so that when you get out of bed, you will be stepping on it, rather than on the cold floor.
lmfi
6 years ago
Mirrors would not be safe on bedroom walls in areas with earthquake risk.
barebay57
6 years ago
Prefer 2 side by side pictures above the bed as you really have enough going on. Nice bedding!
pontes_mari
Original Author
6 years ago
I’ve been meaning to change my rug but it’s so hard to pick one. Also, I don’t want to spend a fortune on a rug. I’ve been eyeing some cheap ones online that is neutral. But I want something blingy or something that has color. Like the saveiah oriental rug with a hint of pink. I found this which Is reasonably priced for my budget. I feel like this matches my headboard which is a shimmery tan. It won’t match the bedding exactly but I want something that allows me to switch between the two colors, tan and gray. Thoughts. I love the comments by the way.

I will not go with the mirrors if I do the wallpaper. I agree with having holes in the event I want to switch my bedroom around. Also, I’m getting peel and stick wallpaper. I didn’t want to paint the rest of the room. Hard to get my husband to paint. Also, I will also get new lighting. I’ve hated it for far too long. I like the flush mount suggestions. On Zulily and houzz shop looking for one under $100. I have a bunch of other projects going on that I have to take it easy.

Again, thanks for all the suggestions. I’m going to order my wallpaper and show a progress update.
pontes_mari
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6 years ago
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pontes_mari
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6 years ago
loobab i have a rug. what do you think?
pontes_mari
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6 years ago
artsyphartsy_home_maker, Grey Heron Interiors, auntthelma, Kevin Twitty Interiors, i have updated the floor. still working on the ceiling light and purchasing the wallpaper.
loobab
6 years ago
pontes_mari-

Love the rug! Great job!

I don't think you need any wallpaper at all.

To add a little zip to the room, you can add a touch of one color, and carry it through with a few things, like one throw pillow, a plant, and a picture.

Think of the color you want and then look for objects that have it.

If you want a bit of orange or red or pink or scarlet you can get a coleus plant.

There are indoor plants with purple and green foliage.

I am just suggesting plants, because fresh flowers are pricey to have everyday.

Or you can do just green, or any other color.

Grey and silver are neutrals, so they go with any color, so you can pick some accessories and a not exorbitant pilllow and picture for over your bed, and then when you want a change, you can.
artsyphartsy_home_maker
6 years ago
pontes_mari, Love the new rug & how the pattern in the rug mirrors the similar pattern in the curtains! I think the wall paper will look spectacular, & will bring all the wonderful elements of the pretty room together! If you change your mind about wall paper for some reason, I also think a large round art piece of some type above the bed could also look good. --But I love your wall paper idea & can't wait to see after photos --please post!! : - }

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