What Can I Hang Above My Bed? (16 Best Items To Hang)
Making your bedroom look its best is absolutely important. The bedroom is the one area in your home where you can escape to when you need a break. It’s that special place you sometimes look forward to after a long day at work.
This is the very reason why it’s crucial you spend the time to decorate your bedroom in a way that makes you feel comfortable and enjoy spending time in.
There are simple ways to decorate your room that do not require either much time or effort. But there is one area in particular that draws attention the most attention and this is above the bed.
The best decor items that you can hang above the bed are a large abstract painting, a framed mirror, wall hangings, mounted shelves, or neon lights that spell a word or sentence. You could also choose to hang either string lights to add a cozy feel or you may try installing faux antlers if you’re in the mood for something wild.
By hanging a pretty object above your bed, it can create an entirely new feel and look to the room.
There are plenty of unique and reasonably priced items to hang above your bed that will make your bedroom decor look more trendy.
Here’s the complete list of ideas that will help spark your inspiration:
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List of Things To Hang Above Your Bed
1. A Circle or Framed Mirror
Having a mirror is practical and useful if you tend to get ready every day in this room. But besides the obvious use of a mirror, did you know a stylish mirror can upgrade your room decor?
This small yet simple piece can instantly transform the way your room looks and you’ll be taken aback by the difference.
A few great places to hang a mirror are above the bed, next to your bed, or by a dressing table.
These three places are fantastic choices if you want to display any type of mirror.
See also: Should I Put A Mirror Above My Bed? (Answered)
In terms of the style of a mirror to hang, it’s best to take a look at your entire room decor and then decide which one will suit the room best.
For small rooms, it’s best to not go for a mirror that’s too large as this can make the space look even smaller but if you have a larger size room, you’re free to go with just about any size or design of a mirror.
2. Framed Artwork
The next option you can go for that will look absolutely stunning is to hang a few framed artworks above the bed.
Here you can choose to go for simple prints of your favorite artworks or paintings and you may even try hanging a few personal photos.
The great thing about this idea is that you can choose to hang one large framed artwork or you can create an entire display of artworks using smaller frames for a nice effect.
Pick a simple frame of preferably the same color and design when hanging them on the wall as this will give a nice, cohesive look.
However, if you plan to go for displaying a framed gallery of artworks, then you may even try picking a few different sizes as this will enhance the appeal.
3. Oversized Paintings
This is becoming a popular trend lately and that’s hanging a gorgeous oversized painting that spans to the length of the headboard.
Do note that this option should be only used if you have a king or queen-sized bed.
If you have a single bed, this can make it look quite awkward and bulky, so avoid this option at best.
Hanging an oversized painting will immediately draw attention and make the room look even better.
If you have no other decor pieces on the rest of the walls, just having this one item can do a whole lot of good.
There are a few options of paintings that will look good including abstract paintings but I recommend that you go for a painting that will suit the overall decor but also one which you find pleasing to the eye.
4. String Lights
If you need a more simple, easy, and cost-effective solution, then I would recommend hanging string lights above your bed.
This will make the area look not only gorgeous but it will save you time and money without having to decorate further.
This option is great if you want to add a cozy feel to your room and it’s in keeping with an aesthetic decor.
If you find that you need something a bit more to accompany the string lights, you may try having a Polaroid photo in between each light and this will make it custom and personalized, adding that special touch to your room decor.
5. Mounted Shelves
I’m not sure about you but somehow I always find myself running out of space.
This idea is not only practical and functional but it makes a fabulous decor piece for just about any room.
Try installing two to three mounted shelves above your bed for an epic look.
You can place your favorite items like photos, books, and even pot plants to decorate the area and make it stand out.
Hanging mounted shelves is your best option if you want to add many decor items to decorate above your bed while having the space to do so.
6. Tapestry
A quick and easy way to make your bedroom look absolutely gorgeous is to hang a tapestry above your bed.
This could be a pretty floral mandala tapestry like this one below:
The colors, the pattern, and the overall style makes this bedroom look like an incredible place to unwind and relax.
Look for similar patterns of tapestry like this to hang above your bed and it will do a world of difference to your bedroom decor.
7. Garlands / Wall Hangings
For a pretty and chic way to decorate above the bed, I highly recommend you try adding a floral garland or other wall hangings.
They are easy to install and look outstanding on their own.
One advantage of wall hangings is that they are quite affordable and if you’re on a budget when it comes to decorating, this option will save money while doing a fine job.
8. Murals
Murals are a good alternative to having a headboard and it can make the space look just as interesting.
However, the wrong mural might spoil the entire bedroom decor so be sure to choose a mural that is both stylish and trendy but fits in well with the rest of your decor.
9. Faux Antlers
If you’re a lover of antlers, then pick a really great one and install it above your bed.
Just be sure to mount it really well to the wall and you should be good.
This option may not be for everyone but I do think some antlers hung above the bed can make it an interesting sight to look at.
If you choose to go for this option, be sure to keep things to a minimum by not pairing this with too many other decor items (or any at all for that matter) since you want these antlers to be the highlight and main attraction of the decor.
10. Wreath
Wreaths are one of the most popular items when one thinks of things to hang and it goes without saying that they are fabulous!
There are different designs of wreaths you can choose to go for that will make it the best placement above your bed, like this one:
You can go for a wreath with flowers that has a wooden sign below it or you can choose any simple wreath that will still stand out nonetheless.
It’s totally up to you when it comes to choosing the right wreath for your bedroom decor as it largely depends on personal taste.
11. Macrame
A macrame wall hanging is one of the cutest things you can hang just about anywhere in the room. It doesn’t necessarily have to be above the bed but it can go across if you’d like.
There are tons of cute and chic designs you can choose from that will make your decor look so much better.
If you still have no idea what to go for, then I highly recommend you choose to hang a macrame than any other item!
12. Clock
Similar to the idea of hanging a mirror, you could try hanging a fancy and unique clock instead.
I’m not necessarily saying to hang just any clock on your wall but there are some really fancy clock designs that look incredible and you’ll be wishing to have them on your wall.
These clocks will be like the perfect finishing touch that completes the entire look of the decor.
See also: Where To Hang A Wall Clock? (Living Room, Bedroom & Kitchen Ideas)
13. Metal/Brass Sculptures
I’ve seen this idea in quite a few room decor layouts. It mostly involves hanging either a metal or brass sculpture of sorts in a particular arrangement above the bed.
This can also go well if you already have a headboard or not.
You can also find beautiful metal sculptures in a floral design that will make the area above your bed the most attractive feature in the room.
14. Wooden Signs
If you’d like to add your favorite quotes or special words that have meaning and if you want to look at them daily, put them on a wooden sign and hang them above your bed.
This will also be useful for the decorc creating an attractive feature in your room.
Alternatively, you can find premade wooden signs that are designed exactly to be situated above the bed and add value to the entire room decor.
15. Neon Lights
You might have seen this idea floating around recently but if you’re in the mood for something fun and exciting, then try this idea.
Hang neon lights that spell a particular word or phrase and watch how cool it makes the room look.
This idea however may appeal more to the younger audience but hey, if you like it, go for it!
It’s always good to try out new things that might surprise you in a good way.
16. Canopy
The last idea you could go for is hanging a canopy.
This is also an easy way to turn your room into a chic boho design and could even make you feel more relaxed.
Depending on the type of decor, size of room and bed you have, a canopy may be a good investment when it comes to decorating your bedroom.
Conclusion
To my surprise, there are way more options to hang above your bed than I first realized.
What’s even more surprising is that I love every single one of them and I do believe a lot of these items and ideas listed above will indeed make your room decor more outstanding than it currently is.
Another bonus to these ideas is that not only are they affordable (which is a major positive in itself), there’s also a lot you can do with each of them.
Many of these items can even be paired together to create a beautiful display if you choose wisely.
I hope you enjoyed these ideas and found what you were looking for.
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