Your bedroom should be your sanctuary. It's the place where you start and end every day. The right wall art can make it feel calm, cozy, and restful. But the wrong art can make it feel cluttered or stressful.
So what kind of wall art works best in a bedroom? Here's what we've learned from years of helping people decorate their spaces.
What Makes Good Bedroom Wall Art?
The goal of bedroom art isn't to make a statement—it's to help you relax. That means:
- Soft colors — nothing too bright or jarring
- Calm imagery — landscapes, abstracts, nature scenes
- Right size — big enough to fill the wall but not overwhelming
- Cohesive with the room — matches your bedding, furniture, and overall vibe
Best Styles for Bedrooms
Abstract art is a top choice. It's calming, it doesn't demand attention, and it works with almost any style. Look for soft, muted pieces—think earth tones, blurry shapes, or minimalist compositions.
Landscapes and nature scenes are also great. They bring a sense of calm and connection to nature. Ocean scenes, mountains, forests—anything that feels peaceful.
Wabi sabi and textured art are perfect for bedrooms. The tactile, organic feel creates a warm, cozy atmosphere that invites rest. Our Wabi Sabi Art Collection is specifically designed for this kind of calm, intentional space.
Botanical prints work too. They're gentle, natural, and add a touch of life without being overwhelming.
What to Avoid
Anything too loud or bold. A bright red abstract might look great in your living room, but in a bedroom it'll keep you up at night.
Busy, detailed art. The bedroom is the place to wind down, not to scrutinize every detail. Keep it simple.
Art that's too personal or emotional. Family photos, dramatic art, anything that makes your brain go into overdrive—save those for other rooms.
Where to Hang It
The most common spot for bedroom art is above the bed. It's the natural focal point of the room.
Hang it so the center of the piece is about eye level when you're sitting up in bed. That way, it's the first thing you see when you wake up and the last thing you see before you go to sleep.
Don't hang it too high. If you're looking up at it from bed, it'll feel disconnected. The art should feel like part of the bed area, not something floating on the wall above.
Size Matters
For a king bed, go with something that's about two-thirds the width of the bed. For a queen, slightly smaller.
If you have a smaller bed, you can do two smaller pieces side by side. But for the most part, one large statement piece works best. It's cleaner, calmer, and more restful.
Don't go too small. A tiny piece above a big bed will look lost and make the room feel unbalanced.
The Bottom Line
Bedroom wall art should be the kind of thing you can look at every day without getting tired of it. It should feel like a deep breath—calm, quiet, and restorative.
Choose something soft, something beautiful, and something that feels like you. After all, you're the one who has to sleep with it every night.