The rumpus room gets a bit of a raw deal when it comes to decorating. It's the room where everyone actually hangs out, where the foosball table lives, where the kids disappear for hours and where you finally get to watch something on the big screen without someone changing the channel. And yet, most rumpus rooms end up with bare walls or whatever didn't fit anywhere else in the house.
I reckon that's a missed opportunity. This is the room where you go to switch off. It should feel good to be in. And nothing does that faster than a piece of coastal wall art that takes you straight back to your favourite beach.
Why coastal prints work so well in a games room
The rumpus room is low-pressure. There's no formal furniture to match, no dining table to work around, no "will guests judge this?" anxiety. That freedom makes it one of the easiest rooms in the house to put a bold print in.
Coastal beach prints australia-style, with vivid water colours and wide open skies, bring a sense of calm and holiday energy into a space that's all about downtime. Customers tell me all the time that looking at one of their favourite beaches during the day lifts their mood. Imagine having that in the room where you're already trying to relax.
The right print can become the centrepiece of a games room in a way it might struggle to in a more formal space. You've got room to go big. You've got walls that aren't competing with fancy furniture. Use them.
Go bigger than you think
The number one mistake in a rumpus room is going too small. A tiny print on a big wall just looks lost. If you're working with a decent wall space, I'd suggest looking at an L (59.4x84.1cm) or XL (84.1x118.9cm) size at minimum. If you've got a seriously big wall, the EPIC size at 100x150cm is genuinely a statement. That's 1.5 metres wide. It stops people in their tracks.
For size guidance, I've put together a practical resource at What Size Wall Art Should You Choose for Each Room? A Practical Guide for Coastal Homes if you want to get specific before ordering.
Which frame works best in a casual space?
For a rumpus room, I almost always point people toward the floating frame canvas. There's no glass, which means zero reflections, no glare from the TV, and nothing to worry about if a football rolls into it. The canvas is printed on 400gsm Hahnemuhle Daguerre museum quality canvas and sits inside a solid FSC certified timber frame in black, white or oak. It looks sharp but not precious, which is exactly right for a room that gets used hard.
If you'd prefer the look of a framed print, the shadow box is a great option too. The glass sits 20mm off the print, giving it a subtle floating effect that always looks interesting. Both frames come with a 10-year warranty and are ready to hang straight out of the box.
The best prints for a games room or rumpus
You want something with energy. Colour. A sense of place. Here are a few that I reckon work really well in this kind of room.
- Point Addis Art Print I is my top seller for good reason. Shot from above, it gives you this wide aerial view of the cliff face and the water below. It's bold and different, and it looks incredible at large scale. Starts from $89.
- Bells Beach Art Print I is a natural for a surf-themed games room. If anyone in the family surfs, or even just watches surf, this one will get a reaction every time.
- Rainbow Bay Art Print I has been a strong seller up in Queensland and for good reason. The colour in this one is something else. It photographs beautifully on the wall too, which is always a bonus.
- Torquay Art Print I is another one that works at large size. There's a real sense of open sky and water that fills a room without feeling busy.
Bring the holiday feeling home
The thing I hear most from people who've bought a print is some version of: "I love that I get to see it every day." One customer told me their print brings them happiness throughout the day just looking at one of their favourite local beaches. Another said it evokes a real sense of nostalgia for one of their favourite holiday spots.
That's what coastal wall art australia should do. Not just fill a wall. Actually make you feel something. The rumpus room is the perfect place for that kind of print, because it's where you're already in holiday mode.
Every print I sell is shot by me personally at locations I know well. These are real beaches I've stood on, paddled at, and driven to in the dark to catch the light right. That's what makes them different from generic coastal art you'd find in a big box homewares store.
All prints are made to order, printed and shipped from Victoria, with free shipping anywhere in Australia. Browse the full range at Point Addis Art Print I or explore what's available for your favourite stretch of coast.
Frequently asked questions
What size wall art should I get for a rumpus room or games room?
For most rumpus rooms, an L (59.4x84.1cm) or XL (84.1x118.9cm) print works well. If you have a large feature wall, the EPIC size at 100x150cm makes a real statement and gives the room a centrepiece that draws the eye immediately. Check the size guide if you want help matching the print to your wall dimensions.
What type of frame works best in a games room?
A floating frame canvas is a great choice for a games room because it has no glass, meaning no glare from screen light or reflections when the lights are low. It's also a more relaxed look that suits a casual room well. The canvas is printed on museum quality 400gsm Hahnemuhle Daguerre canvas and comes ready to hang.
Are beach prints australia-wide shipping included?
Yes, all Local Breaks prints include free shipping anywhere in Australia. Every print is made to order and printed and shipped from Victoria, so delivery times are reasonable and you're supporting a small Australian business with every purchase.
What coastal art prints work well for a surf-themed room?
For a surf-themed rumpus room, Bells Beach Art Print I and Point Addis Art Print I are both excellent choices. Bells Beach is one of Australia's most iconic surf spots and the print reflects that energy, while Point Addis has a dramatic aerial perspective that looks brilliant at large scale on a feature wall.
Whatever you hang in there, make it something worth looking at. The rumpus room deserves it.
