Decoration

IKEA decoration for your home – make it your way

With our affordable décor, you can refresh your furniture, create atmosphere and set the mood. Our aim is to offer decoration that gives your creativity room, sparks your imagination and feels right for your home. That’s why you’ll find a wide range of wall décor, table décor and room accessories you can use in any season. Your taste is what counts: use our decoration however you like, wherever you like. Whether it’s clocks, plant pots, mirrors or home accessories like bowls, figurines or plants, at IKEA, you’ll find everything to make your home more beautiful and more like you.

Alongside timeless classics and current trends, you’ll also keep discovering new seasonal decorating ideas. From Christmas decorations for the festive season, to autumn touches for cosier evenings, to spring decorations that bring fresh energy, it’s always worth checking back to see what’s new in store and online.

Key features and benefits of our décor at a glance (depending on the product)

• Wide range: From vases, candles and baskets to wall art, sculptures and weather-resistant outdoor décor.
• A home that feels like you: Decorative pieces add character and reflect your personal style, from minimalist to playful.
• Atmosphere: Décor adds accents and creates mood and depth indoors or outdoors, for any occasion or season.
• Materials and texture: Glass, ceramic, metal, textiles, wood and natural fibres add contrast and tactile interest.
• Colour accents: Choose from neutral tones through to bolder colours.
• Seasonal décor: Seasonal pieces refresh your home for moments like spring, autumn days or Christmas.
• Table and room accessories: Smaller pieces like candle holders or table décor finish off tables and shelving, while larger pieces help shape the feel of a whole room.
• Gift ideas: Many décor items make lovely gifts for a new home, an anniversary, or just because.

Ready to explore IKEA decoration? Read on to see how to use our affordable décor in your rooms, and why wall and table decorations deserve a little extra attention.

How do I start decorating my living room?

Start with a solid base: before choosing décor, decide on your key furniture pieces and where they’ll go in the room. Rugs and cushions add cosiness and create a colour base for smaller decorative touches. Then add accents step by step, like a piece of wall art here or a plant there, so your living room feels more like home and you can easily switch up the mood by season or occasion.

What decoration works well in a bathroom?

Bathroom décor needs to be practical, but it can also help turn your bathroom into a mini spa. Moisture and limited space call for clever solutions that add both style and function. Home fragrances such as potpourri or scented candles can add a touch of colour and create a relaxing atmosphere after a long day. Baskets made from water-resistant materials keep towels close at hand and still look great. And artificial plants bring a touch of green to darker corners, without needing light or ongoing care.

How do I decorate a children’s room?

In a children’s room, decoration is all about imagination, comfort and safety. Colourful accents, playful motifs and child-friendly shapes encourage creativity and help children feel at ease. Wall décor such as posters or picture ledges is easy to swap and can grow with your child’s interests. Soft textiles like cushions, rugs and curtains add cosiness, while practical storage like boxes, baskets and shelving helps keep things tidy and can look decorative too.

What decoration works for an empty wall?

Wall décor turns blank areas into personal focal points. Picture and photo frames let you display favourite moments or artwork and show what matters to you – people, places and memories. You’ll find different designs and sets, so you can create a gallery wall with several frames or let one large statement piece take centre stage. Mirrors, whether small or large, add style through their shape or frame and can also make your room feel bigger.

What’s the rule of thumb for decorating shelves?

A few simple tips can help shelves look both stylish and purposeful. For example, group items in odd numbers (three vases often look more balanced than two). Play with height differences too: a tall plant next to a low bowl feels more interesting than everything lined up at the same level. Another simple rule is to leave some empty space – not every centimetre needs to be filled. That way, your shelf styling feels more intentional and decorative, rather than just practical storage.

What should I use as decoration for kitchen shelves?

Kitchen décor works best when it blends the practical with the beautiful, such as a fruit bowl, baskets for onions and garlic or herb pots on the windowsill. Tableware and glassware can also look decorative when you display them openly, for example on individual wall shelves or in glass-door cabinets. If you also keep everyday items like your dish drainer, soap dispenser and holder for tea towels in the same (or a similar) style, the whole kitchen will feel more harmonious. To finish the look, choose colours that work with your worktop and kitchen fronts so everything feels consistent.

What decoration works well on a dining table?

Beautiful table décor can make even a simple meal feel special. For everyday cosiness, a few candles and a simple vase often do the trick. For celebrations, you can add more detail, from a table runner and special napkins to festive tableware. Seasonal spring or autumn touches can make the in-between seasons feel extra joyful, and decorations for Christmas or Easter add that special holiday atmosphere. Décor should feel fun and, above all, set the mood.