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Graceful Decorations for Traditional Dining Room Walls
Let the elegant artistry of oil paintings, classic prints and wallpaper enhance your dining room — and your entire dining experience
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The dining room may be all about food, but your plate presentation isn't the only thing that can be artistic about the space. Beautiful paintings, bold wallpapers and eye-catching mirrors can all contribute to a traditional dining room that's as much about sight as it is about taste.
Here are a few ways to incorporate artistic elements into your dining decor.
Here are a few ways to incorporate artistic elements into your dining decor.
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| A painting over a fireplace — if you're lucky enough to have one — is a classic way to add art to your traditional decor scheme. Flanking a beautiful oil with sconces frames the art and adds light to the room. |
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Because the dining room often lacks the same number of decorative elements as other rooms, a painting that covers an entire wall becomes an incredible focal point that defines the space.
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If you choose the right wallpaper in a dining room, other art may be unnecessary. The dining room is one of our favorite spots for taking a chance with a bold wall color and pattern. A hand-painted paper can have a mural-like effect on the room, making the dining area look finished and interesting.
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| A mirror often works well in a traditional dining room, because its reflective quality extends the scope of a chandelier, throwing light in all directions. Designers disagree about the "right" height for a mirror, but in general, the middle of the mirror should be at eye level. |
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We all know that mirrors open up a room and make it feel larger. A leaning mirror deepens this technique's effect, making a traditional dining room feel spacious and open, and adding a casual touch. As a bonus, it makes those dining look thinner — just what we all want while engaging in a decadent meal!
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| When possible, built-ins are a practical storage option doubling as wall art. They are an ideal place to display beautiful china and glasses that coordinate with the decor. Or, if you want to get creative, books and photos can add an unexpected touch in a traditional dining room. |
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| Traditional dining room art goes way past just oil paintings. Groupings of botanical prints or photos add character and personality. |
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| Wall shelves aren't just for the kitchen. And dishes that coordinate with the decor are not only beautiful; they're also handy. The vibrant colors in this artwork help tie the elements of the space together. |
Ideabook published on Sept. 6, 2012.
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