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Bare kitchen walls are a missed chance for style and storage. Empty kitchen walls? Here are 20 gorgeous ways to fill them! from practical rails and shelves to art and greenery that bring warmth to the room.
Plan each wall
| Item | Why it works |
|---|---|
| Near the hob | Utensil rail or spice shelf |
| Above the sink | Floating shelf |
| Dining nook | Art and plates |
| Long blank wall | Open shelving or pegboard |
| Small gap | Mini herb planter or clock |
Practical storage
- Install open wooden shelves for everyday dishes.
- Hang a rail with copper utensils and pans.
- Use a magnetic knife strip safely above the counter.
- Mount a pegboard for tools and mugs.
- Add a spice rack on the wall.
Art and display
- Hang a framed vintage still life.
- Create a plate wall with mixed patterns.
- Display woven baskets or trays.
- Hang a large mirror to reflect light.
- Add a small gallery of food prints.
Greenery
- Mount a wall herb garden in planters.
- Hang trailing plants from wall brackets.
- Add a vertical living wall panel.
- Display dried flowers in a wall vase.
- Use a window shelf for potted herbs.
Character pieces
- Hang a vintage clock.
- Display cutting boards leaning or hung.
- Add a chalkboard for menus and lists.
- Use a peg rail for aprons and towels.
- Install wall sconces for warm light.
Tip: Fix shelves, rails and pegboards into studs or with suitable anchors and keep heavy items low. Mount knife strips well above children’s reach and away from the edge of the counter, and keep plants, towels and wooden boards clear of the hob.
FAQ
What can I hang on kitchen walls?
Shelves, rails, art, plates, baskets and herb planters.
Is art safe in a kitchen?
Yes, away from the hob, under glass or in sealed frames.
How do I decorate a kitchen wall cheaply?
Use thrifted plates, baskets and printables.
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