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27 DIY Playroom Wall Decor Ideas

Published: Jul 21, 2020 by Morgan · As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This site contains affiliate links. ·

Looking for wall decor ideas for your playroom? Here are 27 kid friendly ideas that you can DIY this weekend!

Decorating a playroom? Once all of the toys are in place and the furniture is set, you might be staring at some blank walls.

Blank walls are no fun! In a playroom, this is your chance to have fun and really decorate in a whimsical way that your kids will love.

Today I have gathered up a ton of playroom wall decor ideas for you - all projects that you can DIY on a budget for the perfect playroom.

I hope that these ideas inspire you to get your playroom decorated.

24 Playroom Wall Decor Ideas

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Playroom Wall Decor Ideas

Need help decorating your playroom walls? Here are a ton of ideas to get you started!

An Easy DIY Wood Grain Painting & 3-D Mounting

Make a big impact by painting a large piece of plywood and mounting it on your playroom wall!

Geometric Painted Door

This geometric effect was painted on a door, but it would be awesome on a whole wall, too!

How to paint a DIY color block wall

Another cool paint idea is to paint a ¾ color blocked wall!

How to Hang Peel & Stick Wallpaper

Peel and stick wallpaper is a really fun way to add bold color and pattern to a playroom in a temporary way. Here is how to hang it!

Photo Credit: housebecominghome.com

DIY U.S. Chalkboard

This giant chalkboard map is fun for drawing, coloring, and learning about geography!

Photo Credit: www.createandfind.com

Make Your Own Easy DIY Nerf Wall

Have tons of nerf? Here's how to cover a wall with them!

Photo Credit: rainonatinroof.com

DIY Wall Shelves: How to Build Wall to Wall Shelving

Wall shelves are a simple but practical way to fill a playroom wall.

Photo Credit: jaimecostiglio.com

DIY Giant Decorator Letters - Jaime Costiglio

Whether you want to spell out your kids' names, or a fun word like PLAY, these DIY giant letters are a great idea.

Photo Credit: jaimecostiglio.com

DIY Schoolhouse Chalkboard Free Plans

A giant chalkboard can be super fun for learning and just drawing!

Photo Credit: diydanielle.com

How to Make Art from a Book Dust Jacket: Such an EASY Project!

If your kids love books, they will love these DIY framed book dust jackets!

Photo Credit: diydanielle.com

How to Build an Indoor Rock Climbing Wall

Active kiddos will jump for joy if you build them this indoor rock climbing wall! It is usable and fills up a blank wall!

Photo Credit: www.pmqfortwo.com

Playroom Bookshelf Styling Tips

If your playroom has built in shelving, you might need help making them pretty. Check out these tips for styling kids' shelves!

Photo Credit: www.pmqfortwo.com

DIY Rainbow Nursery Door

All you need is paint to get this rainbow effect - perfect for a door or wall!

Photo Credit: www.pmqfortwo.com

DIY Penguin Classics Book Cover Art

Get the look of a penguin classic book with this DIY art!

Photo Credit: www.lovelyetc.com

A New Use for Old Globes: Hanging Globes in the Nursery

Travel theme? Hang globes from the ceiling for vertical interest and lots of colorful fun!

Photo Credit: www.lovelyetc.com

A mountain mural for the little explorer

If you are working with an outdoorsy vibe, you might want to paint a mountain mural.

Photo Credit: www.triedandtrueblog.com

Playtime Rules for Adults Wall Hanging - Tried & True Creative

This Rules for Adults sign is silly and perfect for a playroom.

Photo Credit: www.thehandymansdaughter.com

How to Frame a Poster for Less than $10

Have posters that your kids love? Here is how to frame them on the cheap.

Photo Credit: www.diydecormom.com

DIY Wall Art: Easy Modern Canvas Art Even Beginners Can Do

Large canvas art can be expensive. Here's how to DIY an easy one!

Photo Credit: www.simplifycreateinspire.com

DIY Name Sign Tutorial

Want to hang your kid's names on the walls? Love this tutorial for a DIY name sign!

Photo Credit: thelivedinlook.com

Get Your Kids Involved in Decorating: Easy DIY Watercolor Wall Art

Your kids will love helping with this DIY watercolor wall art!

Photo Credit: www.frugelegance.com

Baby's Nursery Wire Basket Shelves - FrugElegance

These wire basket shelves can be hung on the wall. It creates a really functional use of vertical space!

Photo Credit: jessicawellinginteriors.com

Create an Accent Wall with Easy DIY Faux Wallpaper!

Want the wallpaper look without the hassle? Here is a tutorial for making faux wallpaper!

Photo Credit: heatherednest.com

Create An Inexpensive, Large DIY Kids Art Gallery Wall w/ Fabric!

Gallery walls are great, but all that art can get expensive. Here is a budget-friendly hack using fabric!

Photo Credit: heatherednest.com

Let's Give 'Em Something to Chalk About. DIY Chalkboard Paint.

Want a chalk board wall? This tutorial will teach you how to make your own chalk board paint!

Photo Credit: www.makingmanzanita.com

Mountain Mural Tutorial

Make a HUGE impact by painting a mural!

Photo Credit: www.makingmanzanita.com

Clipboards On Wall For Hanging Kid’s Art

Clipboards hanging on the wall are a great way to display and easily swap out kid's art!

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