DIY modular paintings

The modular picture is today considered a modern and rather stylish piece of furniture. Its main feature is the fact that it is divided into several parts that relate to one composition. Such products can be purchased both on the market and in specialized or online stores. But if you want to create a truly original and non-standard interior with budget savings, we will tell you how to make modular paintings with your own hands.

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Modular paintings and their types

A modular picture is a decorative element of the interior, consisting of several separate parts, which are united by a common idea or style. Such decor is placed mainly on the wall. As a rule, such jewelry has a certain thickness, regardless of the material. For example, the depth of the modules may be the same or different. In the second embodiment, the difference in volume allows you to achieve the effect of a three-dimensional image.

Most often, as a basis for making modular paintings with your own hands at home, use the following materials:

• Plain or photo wallpaper;
• Various photographs;
• Colored paper;
• Canvas;
• The cloth.

Important! The most original are paintings that were painted with one's own hand on canvas or paper.

The location of the modules can be linear, abstract or diagonal. As for the shape of the elements, it can be completely different - from standard square or oval to completely arbitrary.

Important! For home-made modular paintings, it is best to use a rectangular shape. This is due to the fact that it is much easier to work with a rectangular base, especially for a beginner.

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Where is it better to place an already finished product?

Each room has its own characteristics, goals and objectives. Therefore, the right choice of various decorative elements will emphasize not only all the advantages of the room, but also minimize its disadvantages.

Living room

This is ideal for a variety of experiments using vibrant and vibrant colors. As for the size of the elements, it is best to choose them in accordance with the area of ​​the room. For example, in a room with a small area, it’s better not to hang large paintings, since they will look ridiculous, and vice versa - in a large room, small modules will simply be lost on the wall.

Important! It is best to place modular paintings over the sofa, as this is the most frequently visited place by family members.

Bedroom

For this room, all decorative elements should be selected carefully. It is best to give your preference to abstract images or calm landscapes. They will help you to escape from worries and relieve stress, due to which your sleep will be much calmer.

Important! In order to achieve complete harmony, choose images in which the primary colors will be in perfect harmony with the overall color palette of the interior design.

Children's room

In this case, bright colors should be avoided. Try to choose modular paintings with images of animals or fairy-tale characters. As for abstraction, it will be simply uninteresting for the baby.Another original option is to create a modular picture from the photos of the owner of the room.

Important! If the room belongs to a teenager, you should invite him to make a choice. Therefore, be prepared for the fact that your favorite musician or movie actor may appear on the canvas.

Hallway

Here it is most appropriate to use the simplest images possible. This is due to the fact that there is rarely a family here, so you and your guests simply will not have time to stand and consider complex works.

Kitchen

For this room, you should choose stylish, juicy and bright combinations. In this case, you can not be afraid to experiment. The most important thing is that the compositions harmoniously fit into the overall interior of the room.

Important! If your kitchen is small, it is best to abandon various accessories in favor of more functional shelves or racks.

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Workshop on the production of modular paintings from photo wallpaper

Such decorative elements made from photo wallpaper look very non-standard and original, and most importantly - you can make them yourself. To make a modular picture you will need the following materials:

• White or colored paper;
• Styrofoam;
• Cardboard;
• Photowall-paper;
• Stationery knife;
• PVA glue;
• Threads;
• Scissors.

Important! You can make modular paintings with your own hands from photo wallpaper on completely different bases. For example, for a more accurate image, you should use wooden dies, and for a more voluminous one, foam. The most important thing is that they harmoniously fit into the general interior of the room and combine with other decorative accessories.

The sequence of actions will be as follows:

• Choose your wallpaper.
• From the photo wallpaper you need to cut out a fragment of the shape you need.
• Cut the previously prepared fragment into several elements.

Important! It is best to make a picture for 3-5 modules.

• Glue parts of the picture with PVA glue to pieces of foam.
• Cover the sides with paper of the same color range as the image.
• Attach eyelets to the back of the finished product so that it can be hung on the wall.

Important! If you couldn’t select the wall murals you need, you can find the picture you like on the Internet and print it in the size you need.

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Do-it-yourself modular paintings from ordinary wallpapers - master class

If you have wallpaper after repair that you don’t need anymore, but it’s a pity to throw it away, you can turn them into original paintings, which will be an excellent element of decor in the interior of the room.

To do this, you will need:

• Colored paper (to match the wallpaper);
• Scissors;
• Styrofoam or cardboard;
• Old wallpaper;
• PVA glue;
• Threads;
• Stationery knife.

Once all the materials have been prepared, you can safely get to work:

• Choose several wallpaper paintings with different patterns, but sustained in the same color scheme.

Important! Since high-quality wallpapers are quite expensive and not everyone can afford it, you can purchase paintings that are on the remainder of the store’s warehouse. They are not inferior in quality, but the price is much cheaper.

• Cut out a few elements of the size and shape you need.
• Glue the elements you cut onto cardboard or pieces of polystyrene.
• Glue the joints on the sides with colored paper.
• Make loops on the back of the product.

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Do-it-yourself workshop on fabricating modular fabric paintings

The basis for such a product can be designed independently and printed, ordered from a designer or purchased ready-made. In this case, everything depends purely on your desires and financial capabilities. Once you have decided on the main part, you can begin to manufacture a modular picture.

The sequence of actions is as follows:

• First you need to make a frame. Take wooden slats and cut them to the length that suits you.

Important! Pay attention to the fact that you need to cut the rails at an angle of 45 degrees.

• Fold the frame first. If there are bumps somewhere, then at this stage they can be corrected.
• Fold the finished elements and glue them with glue, then leave for 2-3 hours until completely dry.

Important! You can also use a conventional construction stapler to fix the frame.

• Mark the desired size on the fabric and cut it out.

Important! When constructing the marking, it is necessary to add 2-3 centimeters on each side of the base for processing the side.

• Pull the fabric over the frame and secure with a stapler on the back.
• Make a loop using threads or special fasteners.

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As you can see, making a modular picture with your own hands is very simple and not difficult. Putting our advice and recommendations into practice, you can make not just a decorative accessory, but a masterpiece that will become the main highlight in the design of your interior.