25 Coastal Wall Decorating Ideas 2024
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If you’re looking to bring a coastal vibe to your home, one of the easiest ways to do so is by incorporating coastal wall decor. From beachy artwork to seashell displays and everything in between, there are endless ways to infuse your walls with coastal charm. Today I am sharing a list of 25 coastal wall decorating ideas to inspire your next home decor project. Whether you’re decorating a beach house or just want to add a touch of seaside style to your home, these ideas are sure to help you create a space that feels like a tranquil coastal retreat.
Coastal Wall Decor Ideas
Easy Coastal Decorating Tips
- Hang framed beach-themed artwork, such as paintings of ocean waves or coastal landscapes.
- Create a gallery wall with a mix of coastal-themed prints, photographs, and vintage signs
- Display a collection of seashells or driftwood in shadow boxes or on shelves mounted on the wall.
- Hang a nautical-inspired mirror with a rope or driftwood frame.
- Install a wallpaper with a coastal-inspired pattern, such as coral, seashells, or ocean waves.
Can you mix coastal and farmhouse decor?
Yes! You can 100% mix coastal and farmhouse decor and I show you how in our lake house in New Hampshire.
Want to see more of our coastal farmhouse lake home? Click through these posts:
- board and batten coastal farmhouse bedrooms
- coastal farmhouse living room and kitchen
- coastal farmhouse lake home tour
Coastal Wall Art
Nautical Gallery Wall at Bungalow Blue Interiors
Cape Cod in a Frame at Better Homes & Gardens
White Plank Wall With Hanging Oars
Planked Wall with Oars at The Lily Pad Cottage
Retro Turquoise Kitchen at Coastal Living
Coastal Wall Decor Ideas For Living Room
A coastal living room typically includes elements that feature a beachy, relaxed vibe. This can include light, airy colors like white, blue, green and beige, natural materials like wood, driftwood, jute, and textures like wicker and rattan.
Coastal Cottage Living Room at Fox Hollow Cottage
My friends coastal living room above is beautiful and we spent a weekend decorating the walls, adding new pillows and coastal decor to refresh the living room for summer. See the rest of this living room by reading the post, “how to get a coastal pottery barn living room on a budget.
Lake House Living Room at Simple Stylings
River House with a Beachy Vibe by A House Full of Sunshine at Practically Functional
Our coastal living room in our basement remodel below came out amazing and I love the seagrass baskets hanging on the wall. I found the baskets at Homegoods a few years ago but you can get this same look with these seagrass hanging wall baskets.
Our coastal living room below at our old house featuring a beautiful green/blue paint color and coastal decor was so inviting. You can see this entire room coastal living room here.
Coastal Lanterns and Oars
Nautical Picnic Table at A Night Owl Blog
Coastal Bedroom Ideas
Oar Headboard at Bees Knees Bungalow
Bright Beach House Boys’ Bedroom at The Happy Housie
Nautical Guest Bedroom at Perfectly Imperfect
A coastal stairway with rope can bring a nautical touch to the home’s interior design. The rope can be used to wrap around the railing, acting as a handrail or balustrade, or even tied into knots to create a decorative element.
Staircase with Rope Bannister at Projects by Laurie
Beach wall decor ideas such as starfish above a bathroom mirror and navy beach sign help create a beach themed bathroom.
Nautical Style Dresser Makeover at Petticoat Junktion
Beach Style Vanity at Me and My DIY
Nautical metal anchors used as hooks on a wall can bring a touch of coastal charm to the home’s decor. These anchors can be mounted on a wall in a row or scattered randomly to create a unique and eye-catching display. Perfect for hanging a variety of items such as coats, bags, or beach towels, while also adding to the overall aesthetic of the space.
DIY Nautical Rope Towel Hook at H2O Bungalow
Nook Bed with Sailboat at House of Turquoise
Colorful Screened Porch at Jane Coslick
White Planked Walls at Adore Your Place
Coastal Sign Trio at City Farmhouse
DIY Starfish Pencil Cup at See Jane Work
Homemade Rope Light from The Marilyn Denis Show
Surfboard Chalkboard at Desire Empire
Beachy Vignette at Simplicity in the South
Starfish Table Runner at Boogieboard Cottage
Hanging starfish are classic and simple way to decorate a wall.
How to Make Hanging Starfish at The Shabby Chic Cottage
There are countless ways to incorporate coastal wall decor into your home, from nautical mirrors and vintage signs to seashell displays and beachy artwork. Whether you’re decorating a beach house or just looking to add some coastal charm to your home, these ideas are sure to inspire you. With a few simple changes, you can create a space that feels like a tranquil seaside retreat, even if you’re miles away from the coast!
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Thanks for sharing my Nautical Style Dresser! Great round-up.
Thanks so much for including my nautical towel holder in this impressive round-up of nautical decor! Love…love…love your collection here!