From dining table décor to a fresh coat of paint, transform your space with these dining room ideas. Whether you’ve set aside an entire weekend to redecorate and revamp old furniture or are simply looking for the perfect finishing touches for a truly elegant dining room, these dining room decorating ideas include something for every style and size of space.
Let your walls do the talking
When it comes to entertaining, atmosphere is vital. Zoning with colour is a simple way to create a focal point and is an easy weekend DIY job. A painted feature wall in a moody shade will create a grown-up feel and is a great way to spruce up a space that feels tired or dated. Simply paint the wall directly behind your dining table in a contrasting shade. This will draw the eye in and frame your table – ensuring that your food sits centre stage. When it comes to choosing the perfect shade, warm and deep colours work best to create a welcoming feel. Think rich reds, dusky pinks, a forest green, or velvety teal.
People often shy away from creating a feature wall in small spaces, but the addition of a mirror to reflect light and using your feature shade as an accent colour on woodwork details can help to create the illusion of extra space.
Top tip: Take a look at this handy guide for instructions on how to paint a wall. If you’re feeling creative, check out these feature wall ideas.