Home Decor on a Budget
7 Budget Wall Decor Ideas for Small Apartments
In a small space, wall decor should add character without adding clutter. Fewer, larger pieces almost always look better than lots of small ones.
Save to PinterestOne oversized print
A single large print looks intentional and costs less than framing many small ones. Print your own at a local print shop.
Large framed mirror
Adds light and depth and works as decor in any room.
Picture ledge for easy swaps
Lean frames on a ledge and rearrange them without new holes.
Hang a textile or rug
A woven hanging or small rug adds texture and softens hard walls.
Plate or basket wall
Thrifted plates or flat baskets make a budget feature wall.
Framed fabric or wallpaper
A wallpaper sample or fabric scrap in a frame looks like art for very little.
Removable wall decals
Peel-off decals add pattern to rentals and come off cleanly.
What to look for before you buy
Prints
Check the print size and whether a frame is included. Standard sizes are easier and cheaper to frame.
Picture ledges
Check the depth and weight rating.
Removable hanging
Removable strips are rated by weight. Check before hanging frames.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Hanging art too high.
- Using many small pieces scattered across a wall.
- Overloading removable strips.
Questions people ask
How high should art be hung?
A common guideline is to have the center of the art around eye level.
How do I decorate walls in a rental?
Use removable strips, picture ledges, leaning art and textiles.
Use painter's tape to mock up sizes on the wall before buying or hanging anything.
