13 Creative Ways to Decorate the Wall Next to Your Dining Table

Paint or decorative plaster

One of the easiest ways to create an accent in the dining area is to paint one of the walls in a contrasting color. This option is suitable for those who are just starting to renovate and are leveling the surfaces for painting. Rich shades are self-sufficient in themselves, so they often do not need additional decorations, but a poster or wall sconce will help complete the composition.

For the kitchen, you need to choose durable paint that will withstand mechanical impacts. Such compositions are more expensive than usual, but they are not afraid of detergents and do not cause difficulties in maintenance.

Another successful solution is decorative plaster that imitates the texture of fabric, paper, stone or concrete. It looks appropriate both in a classic kitchen and in country, Provence, loft and minimalist styles. The material is durable, moisture-resistant, “breathes” well and is easy to apply.

Chalkboard coating

Black paint, on which they write with chalk, came to home interiors from schools and catering establishments. It is practical and multifunctional, so it is ideal for highlighting the dining area.

You can write notes, favorite phrases, menus and draw patterns on the wall. The dark color scheme adds depth to the room, looks original and bold.

It is not difficult to make a chalkboard coating with your own hands. To do this, you should buy black acrylic paint and mix it with dry plaster, putty or tile grout. For 100 g of the composition, use 1 teaspoon of powder. Before painting, it is recommended to test on a small area.

Wallpaper

Another traditional way to decorate the kitchen wall above the table is to highlight it with accent washable wallpaper. They perfectly zone the room and give the atmosphere a homey feel. The remaining surfaces are usually painted or covered with plain companion wallpaper.

This is an ideal option for a small kitchen. To create an environment that looks more expensive than it actually is, it is worth buying one roll of expensive designer wallpaper and decorating the dining area with it.

Wallpaper is suitable for decorating a wall with ledges or niches. But if the surface is large and smooth, it can be complemented with moldings, framing the wallpaper: this technique is especially relevant for the classic style. In a more modern setting, it is better to use canvases with a bright print, which will look good on a white background.

Brickwork

This design looks great in the loft or Scandi style. Both authentic masonry cleared of plaster and its high-quality imitation in the form of clinker tiles are appropriate. The brick can be natural, aged or painted in any shade – it depends on the overall interior design.

The photo shows a spacious loft-style kitchen with metal elements, a table made of natural wood and brickwork.

The brick wall above the dining area is an independent decor if it has a rich texture. And the relief surface, covered with simple white paint, needs an addition – a lamp, a clock or a poster.

The photo shows a brick wall made with your own hands using plaster and painted in a coral shade.

Wood or its imitation

Wood textures add home comfort to the interior, dilute the coldness of light finishing, and attract attention. Processed barn boards look luxurious, contrasting with a neutral background. A simpler and more budget-friendly option is clapboard, which will add relief to a Provence-style kitchen.

Decorative panels or laminate, which often continues on the wall, rising from the floor, are suitable for imitation wood. There are also wallpapers with a wood pattern, but it should be understood that this stylization will not replace the warmth and nobility of natural materials.

Photo wallpaper or fresco

A great solution for small kitchens is to use canvases that visually expand the space. If the gaze rests on a blank wall, the room seems smaller, but when it slides “into” the image, the opposite effect occurs.

The photo shows a wall near the dining table, decorated with wallpaper with a seascape. Thanks to the installed glass, the panel seems deeper and thus imitates a window.

For the coating to look stylish, its elements should echo the details of the kitchen furnishings – textiles, an apron or facades. The canvas looks more expensive if it has a little texture.

Light fixtures

Light sources in the kitchen should be located not only in the work area and under the ceiling, but also above the table.

Lighting can easily be turned into a decorative technique if you hang unusual swivel spotlights, garlands or original wall sconces.

If the kitchen is designed in a modern classic style, the area above the dining area should be highlighted with moldings, enclosing elegant lamps in frames.

A painting, photograph or poster

The wall near the table in the kitchen can be easily decorated without much expense if you hang a poster or print out your favorite photograph. It is important to maintain proportions: the more free space, the larger the decor should be. A contrasting image looks good on a light background, and a black and white image on a bright or saturated background.

If you want the dining area to look more solid, decorate it with a real painting in a carved frame. Reproductions and images from souvenir shops make the interior cheaper, so we recommend choosing inexpensive paintings by novice artists for decoration.

An even more economical way is to create an abstraction yourself, using the colors of the surrounding environment. There are many master classes on the Internet that describe in detail the technique of creating paintings from various materials.

Mirror

Decorating the wall near the dining area with a mirror is a non-trivial and functional solution. The canvas instantly increases the space, so this is a great option for a small kitchen. Reflection adds airiness to the atmosphere, complicates the geometry and even increases appetite.

A mirror in a figured frame or several small pieces in a metal frame will add elegance and a certain solemnity to the kitchen. Another obvious advantage of a mirror is that it multiplies the amount of light and therefore helps out when there is a lack of lighting.

Shelf or rack

Small kitchens often lack storage space, so the wall above the dining table can be used for ergonomic purposes. The shelf is a convenient place to place items that are needed most often: a sugar bowl, a coffee can, a salt shaker, and a pepper shaker.

Thanks to open shelves, the kitchen interior becomes more comfortable and approaches a “room” design.

It is recommended to decorate the shelves with indoor flowers, books, or family photos – in general, with anything that resembles the decor of the living room. Or you can do the opposite and fill the shelves with baskets, bottles and beautiful dishes, supporting the kitchen theme.

The photo shows a combination of open shelves and a figured mirror, which harmoniously combine with the dining group.

Niche

An artificially created niche, inside which a dining table is placed, helps to make the kitchen environment more expressive and private. The structure can be made of plasterboard and decorated with clinker tiles, or use shallow cabinets.

The second option is more practical, as it acts as an additional storage system for dishes or preparations. But such a solution is appropriate only in spacious kitchens of 9 sq. m and more.

TV

Cooking will be more fun if you hang a TV next to the kitchen table. It is desirable that the equipment be mounted on a swivel bracket, then viewing will be convenient for each household member.

From the point of view of safety rules, the wall in the dining area is the best option, since it is located away from the sink and gas stove.

Plates

A charming technique that is gaining popularity again. To make the decorative elements look harmonious, we recommend choosing plates in the same style, but different sizes.

The photo shows a dining table, above which is a composition of plates with mirrors on the sides.

A good idea is to paint the plates yourself using acrylic paints. It is not difficult at all if you think about the theme in advance: it is better to start with ornaments and abstractions. To give the creations shine and protect them from the effects of wet cleaning, you need to cover them with varnish.