Thursday, January 22, 2009

Tips On Bringing Your Home to Life with a Wall Mural

By Wall Muralist

Did you know that you can bring character to virtually any room in your home, just by proudly displaying a wall mural? Guests will envy your creative, unique conversation starter that is an expression of your artistic tastes and you will never tire of looking at it!

The following are merely examples of how a room in your home can be brought to life with a wall mural.

Displaying a Mural in Your Living Room

For a large wall mural, you will need a wall that is open space, and not covered by any furniture. You can use this space for realistic images of a piece of furniture, such as a couch, to fool guests with and to make a small room appear larger. Or you can use a realistic, entertaining image, such as a cash-filled safe or a doorway to a lively party, for expressive personalities.

Creative large (wall sized) mural ideas for the living room include: A life-sized couch A realistic mural of a secret safe (the kind that hides behind a painting) wide open and filled with money A roaring fireplace (especially in the case of a built in shelf that can be decorated seasonally)

Smaller wall murals in the living room, such as a false window, are just as effective for initiating a conversation. Or, you could always have a portrait of a portrait. The options are endless!

A Wall Mural in the Bathroom

Yes, even your bathroom could be brought to live with a clever wall mural. If a peeping tom is too offensive for your tastes, there are other ideas (such as a tropical setting) that can be accessorized with dcor.

If nothing else, the use of a wall mural will make even your bathroom a more pleasant room to be in.

A Wall Mural in the Dining Room

You can take your creativity into literally any room inside your home, and what better place for a conversation piece than your dining room?

Bringing your dining room to life with a wall mural, regardless of size, will make it a room your family loves to gather in.

The Benefits of a Wall Mural

Obviously, the proud display of a creative, artistic wall mural is a conversation starter (to say the least.) It is also a very real way to turn your house into a home. Another benefit of having a wall mural, no matter what room you place it in, is that you are giving yourself a chance to really express your individuality. However, the most prominent and least obvious benefit of a wall mural is the fact that, every single day, it is a mood enhancing artwork that stands out at you promoting a positive attitude and a happy home.

What You Should Always Avoid in a Wall Mural

Anything dark, grim, or less than uplifting should-obviously-be avoided. Avoid trends that pass, and anything that is too personal to you.

Finally, avoid even the thought of attempting to paint your own wall mural. Such an important piece of art should not be attempted as a DIY project, especially when a professional with experience can be found on findamuralist.com, and you have the change to feed a starving artist for a day! - 20785

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