The Dos and Don'ts of Accent Walls

Accent walls are in style and aren’t going away anytime soon. You have unlimited options for your accent wall color, and can even add texture! Accent walls should be just as special as you, and can add that perfect customization to any room. They can be used in any room if you know the essential dos and don'ts.

DO:

Think outside of the box when you are considering the options for your new accent wall. Your accent wall may be perfect for stripes, solid tones, or even a specialty paint finish. Metallics can add the perfect pop to any room.

Consider an accent wall even if you enjoy neutrality. Accent walls can work just as well in a neutral color and can add dimension without being bright deep hues!

Take into account the color of the other walls in the room you’re painting. Accent walls in an all-white room are stunning, but can be tricky. You will want to balance your accent wall color with neutral wall colors like gray, or greige, or beige, whatever works best with your accent color.

Think about other ways to use the idea of an accent wall. Have you thought about painting the ceiling? Accent ceilings can be created with the help of white crown molding to help separate the wall color from the ceiling, and can add that dimension you have been looking for.

Make sure you choose the right wall. If a room is quite plain without an architectural feature, an accent wall can be beneficial to the space. If you are wanting to use a wall of windows as your accent wall, keep in mind that a dark accent color around windows can create a bright light effect and overwhelm your room.

DON’T:

Shy away from using a bold color! If you have the right accents around the room to pull out the new color, you can choose whatever color will bring you joy.

Forget that there is more to do with accent walls than just paint them. You can always consider stone or tile, extensive shelving, or even a fabric-draped wall. Accent walls are so great because they are the most flexible decorating tool you can have.

Forget that wallpaper is another incredible choice for accent walls. As wallpapers come back into style, your options are growing! These new wallpapers can give you a designer look without a long-term commitment. If you are renting, temporary wallpaper is a great way to personalize your home without worrying about re-painting when it is time to move.