3 Piece Wall Art for the Bedroom

The wall above the bed is one of the most important surfaces in a bedroom. A thoughtfully chosen 3 piece wall art set anchors the room, gives the bed a visual backdrop, and sets the mood for the space. Getting the sizing and placement right takes a little planning, but the result is worth it.

Sizing for Your Bed

Bed width is the primary guide for set size. The art should span roughly two-thirds to three-quarters of the bed's width. For a queen bed (148 cm wide), aim for a total set span of around 100 to 130 cm. For a king bed (183 cm), 130 to 150 cm works well. Super king beds (200 cm and above) can carry three larger pieces — 40 x 48 cm or 50 x 70 cm — comfortably.

A set that is too narrow above a wide bed will look undersized and fail to anchor the furniture. A set that is too wide will feel crowded. When in doubt, measure the bed and visualise the span with painter's tape on the wall before hanging.

Hanging Height Above the Bed

The most common hanging mistake in bedrooms is positioning the art too high. Leave 20 to 25 cm between the top of the headboard (or the top of the pillows if there is no headboard) and the bottom of the lowest piece. This keeps the art visually connected to the bed rather than floating above it.

If you have a tall headboard, the gap can be reduced slightly — 15 cm is fine if the headboard extends above the mattress by more than 50 cm. Read our full wall art hanging guide for specific height calculations.

Style and Mood — What Works in a Bedroom

Bedrooms are spaces for rest and restoration, and artwork that supports that quality tends to be more calming than energetic. Abstract sets in warm neutrals — soft putty, aged white, warm sand — integrate naturally with most bedroom palettes. Botanical trios bring organic texture without visual noise. Quiet landscapes and photographic sets in muted tones also work well.

High-contrast abstract work — bold black, deep navy, sharp geometric — can feel stimulating rather than restful in a bedroom. That said, personal preference matters most. Some people find strong artwork grounding and prefer a space that feels alive rather than quiet. Choose sets that you genuinely like rather than sets you think you should have.

Browse Olive et Oriel's bedroom wall art sets across abstract, botanical, and landscape styles.

Frame Choices for the Bedroom

solid timber frame with oak finishs (light oak tones) suit most bedroom palettes and add warmth without weight. White frames keep the arrangement feeling light and airy — a good choice for smaller bedrooms or rooms with limited natural light. Dark frames bring depth and richness, suiting moodier, more intimate bedrooms.

For a cohesive look, choose one frame finish for all three pieces. Olive et Oriel's sets are available framed in oak, white, or black finish, as well as unframed for those who prefer to frame independently.