An accent wall that stands out from the rest of a room creates drama and focus. It immediately draws attention and transforms the look of home interiors. Here are five recommendations for successfully starting and finishing an accent wall interior painting project.

5 Accent Wall Design Tips

1. Wall Location

Locate the wall that serves as the natural focal point of a room. It’s not the first one you see when you enter. Interior painting can highlight unique architectural elements, such as a fireplace, built-in bookshelves, or an interesting nook. You can also create contrast by setting off an accent wall with furniture, such as a couch or headboard.

2. Perfect Color

An accent wall should highlight a room’s overall color scheme. To unify a room, choose a color that matches the color and tonal range of furnishings and decorations. If you feel overwhelmed by bold hues, stick to muted shades.

3. Test It Out

When you’ve narrowed color choices down to a couple of options, have your contractor paint swatches on the wall. Leave them there for a full day or more while you think. A hue you love in photographs may look different when it’s on your wall. Plus, some colors look different depending on the time of day. Testing ensures you’re satisfied before commencing an interior painting job in earnest.

4. Customize

Some designers prefer accent walls that avoid solid color. Use stripes or patterns to customize the space as you see fit, or achieve a dynamic ombre effect by gradually blending color tones from dark to light.

5. Trims & Moldings

If the wall you’re painting has crown molding or trim, leave them white. Add a fresh coat of white paint to revitalize these features. White establishes a pleasing contrast and maintains the elegance of decorative strips and panels.

 

If you’re ready to construct an accent wall, contact the interior painting experts at Art Evans & Sons Painting Contractors in Oxford, OH. This family-owned painting company has helped local homeowners across Butler, Hamilton, Preble, and Warren counties transform their living spaces with high-quality paints and perfect applications for over 70 years. Request a free quote by calling (513) 523-6425, or learn more online about their services and affordability.