You’ve hung pictures on the wall, painted and faux-finished, and added all those special touches to make your room unique. But have you forgotten something? One of the easiest ways to add a touch of elegance, whimsy or style to a room is just above you: the ceiling.
The so-called “fifth wall” is an often-forgotten element in decorating, but taking advantage of that wide expanse can give drab rooms a shot of personality. A hint of color or visual interest can open up a small room, bring a lofty space down to size or capture a mood. All it takes is a few simple tools and a bit of imagination.
Add drama or whimsy to a room by incorporating unique visual elements. Murals, often thought of only for walls, can work beautifully on ceilings. Images of ethereal clouds drifting across a clear blue sky can transform a bedroom into a haven for rest and relaxation. Or give the feel of European elegance to dining rooms, hallways and foyers with frescos of the Old Masters. Companies like Murals Your Way can create custom-made images perfectly sized to fit your space. You can choose from a gallery of in-stock murals or use your own pictures for a personalized creation.
“A mural can give the feeling of living in a castle, or of exploring the great outdoors. While many people think of murals as something for the den or children’s rooms, decorating the ceiling is an old idea that is being rediscovered,” said Todd Imholte, president of Murals Your Way. “Imagine stepping through the font door and being greeted by a scene straight out of a European mansion. And when you can customize that scene for your personal taste and space, it’s truly an original work of art.”
Adding visual interest can be a painless project that transforms a room into a showplace. Ceiling medallions and molding, available at many home improvement stores, install quickly and give a dramatic flair. Most common in dinning rooms and entryways, ceiling medallions give the look of hand-made plaster ornamentation around chandeliers and other fixtures. Moldings can be custom-cut to create a casual or formal feel depending on your choice of design. Tongue-and-groove panels, often called beadboard, quickly add a relaxed cottage style to rooms. Readily available at most lumberyards, the boards come in easy-to-install sheets.
To learn more about options in ceiling murals, visit www.muralsyourway.com or call (888) 295-9764.
