Rooms to Go Wall Art: Furniture Store Collection Reviews

Okay so I literally just spent three hours at Rooms to Go last weekend because my client bailed on our Saturday morning meeting and I figured why not actually see what their wall art situation is about. And honestly? It’s way more interesting than I expected from a furniture chain.

What You’re Actually Getting Quality-Wise

First thing – their wall art isn’t like some curated gallery situation. It’s mass-produced stuff but here’s the thing, some of it is actually pretty decent for the price point. I’m talking canvas prints mostly, some framed pieces, and they’ve got these metal wall sculptures that I was NOT expecting to like but kinda did?

The canvas prints are printed on what feels like medium-weight canvas, nothing fancy. I pressed my thumbnail into one (the sales guy was not thrilled) and it’s got that slight give that tells you it’s real canvas not poster paper. They stretch it around wooden frames which is standard. The colors though – this surprised me – they’re actually more saturated than I expected. Saw this teal abstract piece that photographs really flat on their website but in person it had actual depth to the color.

The Abstract Collection Thing They’re Pushing

So they’ve got this whole contemporary abstract line they’re really pushing right now. Lots of gold leaf accents, navy and blush combinations, you know the deal. Very 2024 Pinterest. I picked up probably six different pieces to check the backing and here’s what I found:

• The gold foil ones shed a tiny bit if you run your finger along the raised parts
• Backing is that brown paper stuff stapled on, nothing fancy but it does the job
• Hanging hardware is pre-installed which honestly saves you a trip to the hardware store
• Some pieces have this weird chemical smell fresh out of the package according to reviews I read, though the floor models seemed fine

The sizing is pretty generous actually. Their “large” pieces are legitimately large, like 40×60 inches. Not those sad 16×20 things some places try to pass off as statement pieces.

Matching Sets vs Individual Pieces

They really want you to buy the three-piece sets. Like REALLY want you to. Sales associate mentioned them four times in ten minutes. And look, I get it – they’re priced so buying the set is cheaper than individual pieces. But here’s my actual thoughts having styled probably 200+ rooms at this point:

The three-piece sets work if you’ve got a massive blank wall and zero other art. Otherwise they can look really matchy-matchy in that “I bought everything from one place in one trip” way. Not always bad but you gotta be intentional about it.

What I’d actually recommend is mixing one piece from their collection with stuff you already have or from other sources. I did this in my own living room last year – got one of their large botanical prints and paired it with two smaller pieces from a local artist. Nobody knows which is which and it looks way more collected.

The Landscape and Nature Photography Stuff

Wait I forgot to mention – they’ve got this whole section of landscape photography. Beach scenes, mountain vistas, forest paths, very serene. The print quality on these is honestly better than the abstract stuff? I think because they’re working from actual photographs the resolution and detail is just sharper.

Saw this black and white birch forest print that I almost bought for myself. Would’ve too except my cat has this thing where he jumps at tree images and I’m not replacing another broken frame. But if you’re into that modern organic look, their nature photography selection is actually where it’s at.

What About the Metal Wall Art Situation

Okay so this is gonna sound weird but their metal wall sculptures are kinda cool? They’ve got these geometric ones that are laser-cut steel with bronze or silver finishes. I was totally prepared to hate them because furniture store metal art is usually tacky but these are relatively subtle.

The weight is decent – not flimsy tin can material. I lifted one and it’s got actual heft to it. Mounting system is a sawtooth hanger welded on the back which is fine for drywall, you’ll want a proper anchor if you’re going into plaster.

They had this circular mandala-style piece that caught my eye but it was $180 which felt steep for what it was. Then again, similar pieces at West Elm are pushing $300 so maybe that’s just where we’re at with metal art now.

The Framed Print Collection Reality Check

Their framed prints are… fine. The frames themselves are mostly that composite material made to look like wood. It’s lightweight which is nice for hanging but you can tell it’s not real wood if you look close. They’ve got some actual wood frames on the pricier pieces but we’re talking $200+ at that point.

Glass is regular glass not acrylic, which I actually prefer even though it’s heavier. Less glare, doesn’t scratch as easy. But if you’re hanging stuff in a kid’s room you might want acrylic for safety and they don’t really offer that option.

The matting on framed pieces is pre-cut and beveled which is nice. White or black options mostly, occasionally cream. Nothing fancy but it’s done properly without visible glue or warping.

Typography and Quote Art

They’ve jumped on the typography train because of course they have. Lots of “Live Laugh Love” adjacent stuff, inspirational quotes, word art. Some of it is genuinely terrible and some is actually tasteful.

Found this one that just said “Breathe” in simple black letters on white background, super minimal. Could work in a bedroom or bathroom without being cheesy. But then right next to it was something with like twelve different fonts talking about family and blessed life and I just… no.

If you’re gonna do quote art from Rooms to Go, stick with single words or very short phrases. The paragraph-length ones always read as trying too hard.

How Their Prices Actually Stack Up

So I went home and did a comparison because I’m extra like that. Pulled up HomeGoods, Target, Wayfair, and a couple other places. Here’s roughly what I found:

Rooms to Go is usually middle-range pricing. Not the cheapest option but nowhere near designer pricing either. A large canvas that’s $150 at Rooms to Go might be $89 at HomeGoods but $250 at Pottery Barn.

The thing with Rooms to Go though is they run sales CONSTANTLY. Like I’d never pay full price there. Sign up for their email list (yeah it’s annoying but) and wait for a 20-30% off sale. They have them monthly at least.

Also they do package deals if you’re buying furniture. Bought a sofa? They’ll usually throw in discounted or free art. Worth asking about especially if you’re furnishing a whole room.

Installation Hardware Situation

Most pieces come with basic hanging hardware installed. Usually a sawtooth hanger or D-rings with wire. It’s adequate for normal situations but if you’re hanging anything heavy (over 20 pounds) I’d upgrade the hardware yourself.

They don’t include wall anchors or screws which is standard. You’re gonna need to grab those separately based on your wall type. Drywall needs anchors, studs you can screw directly, plaster you’ll want toggle bolts.

Oh and another thing – ask them to check the back of the piece before you buy it. I’ve seen floor models with bent hangers or missing hardware from people messing with them in store.

The Design Consultation Thing They Offer

Rooms to Go has in-house designers who’ll help you pick stuff out. It’s free with purchase which is nice but take their advice with a grain of salt. They’re trained to upsell and match things from the store inventory only obviously.

I chatted with one while I was there and she was actually pretty knowledgeable about scale and proportion. Helped another customer figure out sizing for their space which was solid advice. But she also tried to push a five-piece wall gallery that was way too much for the described room.

Use them for technical questions – will this size work on an 8-foot wall, should this go horizontal or vertical, that kind of thing. But trust your own taste on the actual design choices.

What’s Actually Worth Buying vs Skipping

Okay real talk based on what I saw and having furnished probably too many spaces at this point:

Worth considering: Large-scale single canvas pieces, nature photography prints, the metal geometric sculptures, simple typography art, their palm leaf and botanical prints are having a moment and theirs are decent

Skip: The super trendy stuff that’ll look dated in two years, multi-panel sets unless you’re really committed, anything with that live-laugh-love energy, the smaller pieces because you can find better for less at HomeGoods

The quality is honestly fine for what you’re paying. It’s not heirloom art but it’s not disposable garbage either. Treat it like mid-range decor that’ll last you 5-7 years and you’ll be happy with it.

Returns and Damage Issues

Their return policy is pretty standard – 72 hours to return or exchange, item has to be in original condition with packaging. They’re not super strict about it from what I’ve heard but don’t try to return something you’ve already hung and put nail holes through.

Delivery damage is where it gets tricky. If you’re having it delivered definitely inspect everything before the delivery people leave. Friend of mine had a canvas arrive with a corner dent and getting a replacement was a whole thing because she didn’t notice until they’d already left.

In-store pickup is probably safer if you’ve got a vehicle that can handle it. You can inspect right there and swap it out immediately if something’s wrong.

I spilled iced coffee on their catalog while looking through frame options which actually showed me their paper quality is pretty good, didn’t bleed through. Totally not relevant but there you go.

Styling Tips From Actually Using Their Stuff

Used several of their pieces in client spaces over the past year so here’s what actually works in real rooms with real people:

Their oversized single canvas pieces work great in dining rooms above buffets or consoles. The scale is usually right and you don’t have to fuss with hanging multiple pieces level.

The vertical pieces are surprisingly good in narrow spaces – end of hallways, between windows, next to doorframes. A lot of places only stock horizontal pieces so this is actually useful.

Mix their neutral pieces (black and white photography, simple abstracts) with colorful accessories. Let the art be the calm backdrop not the color story. Works better than trying to match their colorful art to your existing stuff.

Don’t hang their art too high. Standard rule is center of the piece at 57 inches from the floor which is average eye level. Furniture store art often looks oversized so people hang it too high and it floats awkwardly.

Oh wait I forgot to mention the coastal collection stuff. If you’re into that beachy vibe they’ve got shells, driftwood, ocean scenes. It’s hit or miss – some reads very Florida condo but some of the abstract wave pieces are actually sophisticated.

The thing with Rooms to Go wall art is it’s designed to be easy and accessible and match their furniture collections. That’s not a bad thing if you know what you’re working with. It’s not gonna be conversation-starting unique art but it’ll fill your walls pleasantly without requiring an art degree to select.

Just measure your space before you go, know your wall color, and maybe bring paint swatches if you’re picky about coordinating. And seriously wait for a sale, they happen all the time and there’s no reason to pay full price for mass-produced canvas prints.