Decorative Wall Switch Ideas

If you're looking to add a decorative touch to your home without spending a lot of money, you can't go wrong with wall switch plates. You can easily swap out your plain, boring white plates for eye-catching ones in just a few minutes.

Wall switch plates are a necessity in the home, so you might as well make the most of them by choosing ones that coordinate with your overall decor style. Since they come in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and designs, you can find switch plates that complement almost any decorating theme.

Since you can change the switch plates using just a screwdriver, it's simple to use them to give your home a festive touch for any holiday or season. You can even have the plates custom-made to match your preferred style.

Not only will the plates add aesthetic value to your own home, but they also make thoughtful gift ideas for almost any type of special occasion. Treat a friend or loved one to a plate as a birthday, holiday, bridal shower, anniversary, housewarming, or "thank you" gift. 

Here are some additional decorate wall switch plate ideas to consider:

1. Wood Plates 

If you want to give any room in your house a warm, rustic look, then wood switch plates may be the answer. They come in any shade of natural wood, from light oak to dark mahogany, and can be engraved with customized designs or phrases. For instance, have your plates personalized with floral, tree, bird, owl, or any other type of nature-inspired design that matches your home decor. 

You can also have the wood plates engraved with a family's last name, monograms, or a special quote or phrase, such as "Welcome, friends." Have the plates customized with your kids' first names, along with whimsical designs, for a nursery or bedroom.

2. Stained-Glass Plates 

Give any room an elegant, creative touch with colorful stained-glass switch plates. Some design ideas include flowers, such as roses or sunflowers, water scenes, beach-inspired patterns, or even religious icons. 

If you buy a kit featuring a plain glass plate and craft paints, you can decorate your own to your color preferences. 

3. Metallic Plates 

For those who prefer a more modern, minimalist look, swap out your plain plastic switch plates for metallic ones. They're available in silver, brushed nickel, chrome, and other types of metal finishes. They're available in either plain or engraved styles, and some are even a mix of both gold and silver metals.