A crystal and gold chandelier hangs from a tray ceiling in a gray and white dining room. A large tree in a wicker planter sits in the corner in front of a framed mirror. A wooden dining room table rests in the center of the room and is surrounded by white upholstered chairs. White candlestick holders and a clear vase of green flowers decorate the table. A large farmhouse sign embellishes the wall
20 Tray Ceiling Ideas That Take Any Room To New Heights
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Published: March 25, 2023
Updated: November 26, 2023
It’s easy to overlook your ceiling when redecorating or remodeling a room, but a ceiling is something that can be the main focus of a room and tie together your desired look or style. Tray ceilings are particularly eye-catching because they are unique and add depth and texture to the home.
Tray styles can be accented with colored trim, stained wood, shiplap, and even tiles. Pendant lights, fans, and chandeliers look great when hanging from the center of tray ceilings. If you have a small room that needs a little something extra, a tray ceiling can add a subtle touch of style. If you have a large room and need something simple, but noticeable, a tray ceiling can steal the show. When you need some inspiration for your home, check out this collection of tray ceiling ideas.
02 of Gray and White Tray Ceiling in Dining Room
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Black frame doors open to reveal a dining room with a natural wooden table and matching chairs with white cushions. A dark brown desk sits nearby with a lamp with a beige shade. Plates and thin black candlesticks decorate the center of the table and a modern pendant light hangs down from the center of a tray ceiling over the table.
03 of Decorative Tray Ceiling Ideas
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A large crystal chandelier hangs from a white ceiling tray in a dark green room and in front of a window. A dark wood table is centered in the room surrounded by beige chairs.
04 of Neutral Dining Room Colors and Tray Ceiling
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A large farmhouse chandelier hangs from a tray ceiling over a round wooden dining room table. Mixed wooden chairs are positioned around the table and a large white vase of purple flowers acts as the centerpiece. A soft gray hutch rests behind it and is adorned with stacks of white and grey dishes and platters. Glass serving trays and cloches decorate the top of the hutch. Botanical prints with wooden frames hang on the wall on each side of the hutch and a wooden tray sits next to the wainscoting wall. White curtains hang from dark rods in front of the windows.
05 of Wooden Shiplap Tray Ceiling in Farmhouse Bedroom
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A modern gray fan hangs from a wooden tray ceiling above a matching wooden floor. A bed with a black and gray headboard rests against the white walls and a wreath adorns it. White blankets with gray plaid accent pillows and a gray throw add extra color. A wooden trunk is positioned at the foot of ht bed next to a red and beige tribal print rug. A black cabinet opens to reveal stacks of bowls, liquor bottles, and small trinkets. White lamps adorn white nightstands beside the bed.
06 of White and Brown Furniture Under a Gray Tray Ceiling
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A modern fan with two blades hangs in the center of a tray ceiling and over a rectangular coffee table decorated with a white vase of flowers, white trinkets, carved wooden bowls, and antlers on top of stacked books. Wooden chairs with white cushions sit on one side of the table and a matching sofa is positioned on the other. A blue and beige rug covers the floor. A tall leafy plant stands in the corner near large windows and a wooden blanket ladder adorned with white blankets leans against eh wall. A triple lamp stands nearby and hangs over a stand with a black bowl of decor.
07 of Gray and White Bedroom With Geometric Tray Ceiling
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A boho chandelier with a neutral fringe hangs in the center of a tray ceiling with a geometric design. A black metal bedframe sits on a gray wall with a round rattan mirror hanging above it. White and beige blankets dress the bed and a white upholstered bench rests at the foot. A gray floral print rug adorns the floor. Two wooden chairs with white cushions rest near the window and in front of white curtains. A black vase sits between them on a wooden table and is filled with white flowers. A beige side table rests near the bed and holds a clear lamp with a white shade.
08 of Farmhouse Neutral Bedroom Décor
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A white sleigh bed is placed up against a white shiplap wall and under a floating wood shelf decorated with framed prints and wood candle holders. The bed is dressed in white and gray accent pillows and blankets. A wooden bench sits at the foot of the bed holding a stack of magazines. A beige rug with a paisley print is layered over a solid beige rug. Wooden nightstands sit in front of each window and are adorned with white lamps. White curtains cover the windows and a modern wooden fan hangs from the tray ceiling.
09 of Neutral Master Bedroom Design Ideas
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A square cutout ceiling holds a black fan with clear light covers. A bed with a wooden headboard is situated in the center of the room against a beige wall and underneath a farmhouse sign. Matching wooden nightstands are arranged on both sides of the bed, and each one holds a black lamp with a white shade and small accessories. A knit throw is draped over the corner of the bed, which is dressed in white blankets and pillows. A round tray sits on the bed displaying a clear case with large white flowers. A beige bench sits at the foot of the bed with an off-white cushion. Three wicker baskets are displayed under it for storage.
10 of Black and White Dining Room Ideas With Tray Ceiling
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A black farmhouse chandelier hangs from a white tray ceiling above a wooden dining room table with a black and white buffalo check tablecloth. Wooden chairs with black leather cushions are arranged around it. A white buffet table has a black and white buffalo check runner and is decorated with a wicker basket of greenery, a wooden letter, and a large round wicker mirror. Beige curtains hang from a black rod in front of the window.
11 of Pink and Gray Bedroom With Black Tray Ceiling
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Gray curtains hang in front of a window that allows plenty of light into the bedroom. A wooden bed sits against a wall under a floral painting and it is dressed in white, pink, and gray blankets and pillows. A wooden nightstand with two drawers sits beside it displaying a golden lamp with a white shade. Faux plants stand in the corner under a floral mirror and a large floor mirror sits in the opposite corner near beige upholstered chairs with grey accent pillows. A gray patterned area rug is tucked under the edge of the bed.
12 of Neutral Bedroom With Tray Ceiling
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A black chandelier with white shades hangs in the center of a tray ceiling above a white upholstered bed adorned with white and beige blankets and pillows. A beige and white rug rests below it and a wooden side table sits beside the bed and is decorated with a beige vase, a white candle, and a brown vase with a white shade. Beige and white curtains adorn the windows.
13 of Shiplap Wall With Tray Ceiling Ideas
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A modern black fan and recessed lighting shine light from a wooden tray ceiling over a bed with white bedding and a striped accent pillow. Two black pendant lights and a small wreath hang on the wall behind it and between two windows with black windows. A leather upholstered bench sits at the foot of the bed on a blue and grey paisley rug. A small gallery wall of personal photos is positioned nearby and a wooden nightstand sits in front of the window holding a white box and a white vase with green plants.
14 of Blue and White Bedroom With Tray Ceiling
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Light blue doors add a colorful accent to a white room. A beaded chandelier hangs from a tray ceiling over a wooden bed with white and blue blankets and pillows. Wooden nightstands sit in front of narrow windows and are adorned with black lamps with beige shades and potted plants. A large mirror stands near the doorway and a small round tray sits on the opposite side of the room holding a potted plant.
15 of Modern Brick Fireplace with Floating Wood Shelves
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This tray ceiling features white tongue-and-groove detailing with a modern black metal light fixture. A brick fireplace on the back wall is framed on both sides with wood floating shelves accessorized with plants and prints. A large sliding glass door illuminates the hardwood floors and gray furniture.
16 of Gray and Brown Living Room With Wood Tray Ceiling
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A metal fan hangs from the center of a tray ceiling with wooden accents. A gray sectional is embellished with gray, brown, and cheetah print accent pillows. A chalkboard hangs on a white shiplap wall between two black metal shelves that display small trinkets. A square coffee table sits in the center of the room with a gray tray holding a white pot with fall leaves. A gray upholstered chair sits nearby holding brown and blue accent pillows with a white throw. A black dining room table with black chairs sits in the kitchen in the background and a gray and beige rug covers the floor.
17 of Thick Off-White Knit Blanket on the Corner of a Bed
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A picture of a Scottish cow hangs on a taupe bedroom wall above a bed with a wooden headboard. A thick off-white knit blanket is tossed over the corner of the bed on the white coverlet. A white armchair sits on the beige carpet.
18 of Modern Bedroom With Wooden Furniture
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A wooden fan hangs in the center of a white tray ceiling and above a wooden bed with white blankets and red accent pillows. A farmhouse sign adorns the wall above the bed. A large white textured rug covers the floor. Two wooden side tables sit on each side of the bed decorated with lamps, framed photos, and small potted plants. Wicker basket sits next to the doorway and a black and white photo adorns the wall on the other side.
19 of Neutral Living Room With Tray Ceiling
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A round geometric pendant lamp hangs in the center of a neutral living room from the center of a tray ceiling. A large brown ottoman sits in front of a beige sectional and is decorated with a tray holding a wicker basket and a candle. A neutral console table with drawers sits below a large TV. A basket of flowers and a clear vase sits in the center of the console table. A wooden crate and white planters adorn the bottom shelf. A black metal bench sits in the corner near a window with beige curtains. A black hanger holds throws near the door.
20 of Gray and White Bedroom Ceiling Design
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A stunning antique chandelier hangs from a tray ceiling with a square design. Underneath, a bed with an off-white upholstered headboard sits against a gray wall adorned with four framed images. Beige accent pillows embellish the bed on white sheets. Two large windows are positioned on each side of the bed and matching white nightstands are placed in front of them. Each one is decorated with a filigree white lamp with an off-white shade, a small plant, and a framed image.
