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Not Your Grandmother’s Decor; How To Style Your Walls With Plates

You’ve attempted the painted arches, tried the minimal thing and done the gallery wall, but this resurging wall decor trend takes things to the next level. Long associated with 1950s housewives or your grandparents, decorative wall plates are experiencing something of a renaissance, and we’re on-board. 

We’re willing to bet you have a plate or two (or maybe a whole set you were gifted as a wedding present) gathering dust and taking up valuable storage space, so with that in mind we’ve put together a comprehensive guide on how to embrace this trend and how to properly hang your plates on the wall.

So, without further ado, take your best china out of the cupboards and read ahead…

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8 Reasons Why Decorative Plates Make Great Wall Decor


They give a nod to tradition but without looking fussy or frumpy, especially if you choose risqué or tongue-in-cheek designs or unexpected prints to mix in.

You can theme your plates to the room they’re in. Food-themed crockery in the kitchen? Shells or seaside themes in the bathroom? We could go on.

They give your home a very eclectic look and add plenty of personality with little effort. 

They’re generally quite an inexpensive form of decor and are often cheaper than traditional prints or painting and don’t require expensive framing.

If you live in a small space or are limited on storage, displaying decorative or occasional use plates on the wall can save space in cupboards and they’re easy to take down and use when needed. 

They’re easy to clean and maintain, simply give them a quick dust every now and then or wash them by hand. They’re also a good option for bathrooms or other damp areas are they can withstand moisture much better than paper or canvases. 

It’s easy to create a scheme that’s totally unique to you by hunting through vintage shops, painting your own or displaying family heirlooms. 

They add texture and dimension to walls, particularly if you use different sizes and shapes of plate. 

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Tips & Tricks


Don’t hang them too close together or too far apart.

If you’re using different sizes, make sure to distribute them evenly to avoid an uneven or top-heavy effect. 

Don’t neglect proper hanging equipment (more on that later).

Embrace individuality, lean into a mismatched look and reject uniformity for a more authentic effect

Plan your arrangement by drawing around your plates on paper and playing around with the cutouts on wall before committing to final placements.

Combine hung plates with a traditional gallery wall for an eclectic aesthetic. 

If you can’t or don’t want to hang plates on your walls, try interspersing them among other decor on shelves or mantels for a lowkey take on the trend. 

Hang them in unexpected places; see Lucina Chambers’ bathroom for some serious inspiration.

Which plates are best for wall decor?

There really is no limit to what kind of plate you can use on a wall, as long as you have the right equipment to hang it properly, it can be used. The only consideration to take is the depth of your plates; flatter plates are much easier (and more stable) to hang than anything deeper resembling a pasta dish or bowl. 

How To Hang Plates On Your Wall

To avoid things going bang in the night or risk smashing your precious new decor, make sure to invest time and effort into properly hanging your plates. There are a few easy options to achieve this, which we’ve laid out below:


Plate hangers

These are specially designed wire or metal hangers that hold plates in place and attach to the wall with a nail or picture hook. They come in several shapes and sizes for different plates, and you can even find vinyl-covered versions that won’t scratch your plates. 


Adhesive discs

Again, these are specially designed for hanging plates on a wall; unlike hangers, these are not visible from the front. If you’re using these, ensure you properly wash and dry your plates before mounting as any dust or dirt can stop the adhesive from working.


Command strips

A renter-friendly alternative to hangers and adhesive discs, command strips allow you to hang plates without incurring any damage to paintwork or wallpaper.


If you're more of a visual learner, we have a great guide with the help Villa Bologna Pottery.

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