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Different Types Of Accent Walls

Accent walls in loft apartment

Much like having an accent in your voice makes you different from those around you, an accent wall can make the wall pop whenever you need it to in your home. Accent walls are walls that have a different color, shade, design, or are made from a different material than the walls around them. For example, if you have a room filled with white walls and have one wall that is red, then that red wall would be an accent wall.

Of course, most accent walls are more complex than that, and every single wall could be an accent wall if you do it right. There are several different types of accent walls, as well as reasons why you would put an accent wall inside of your home. This article is going to go through as many as we can, and then you will figure out which one works for you by the end!

Interior Wall Painted Accent Walls

The simplest accent walls are the ones that are a different color than the rest. As long as you keep the color fully bold and vivid compared to the rest of the house. It also allows you to fully customize your room and the interior accent wall, and there’s a lot you can do. You can pick from nearly every single color under the sun when it comes to painting your accent wall, as long as it is different from the rest.

The color might change depending on the room, what you plan to use the room for, the position of the windows/natural light, and how you want your accent wall to tie everything together. If you want to do more for your accent wall, you can also add some depth to your walls by making the wall paint textured. 

Having the rest of the room be untextured while one wall pops with texture and decoration is a smart design choice, and it helps to show off whenever is in front of the wall too. Perfect for bedrooms or living areas where you might want to sit or lay against a textured wall. 

Wallpaper in a corridor

Create An Accent Wall With A Wall Sticker Or Wall Paper

Of course, breaking out a fresh coat of paint isn’t the only way to show off your new accent wall. Wallpaper is a great way to add to texture to your home, and there are several different brands of wallpaper that you can use as well. Plus, they can add some modern patterns to your walls that a simple coating of paint can not do, and there’s quite a lot to choose from.

Plus, wallpapers are designed to be removed as well, so you don’t need to worry about the long term commitment of creating an accent wall. After all, it might take a while to find the correct wallpaper for your room.

Wall stickers can also be affordable and stylish as well. You can find plenty of patterns, symbols, insignias, and other items that will allow you to express yourself on your accent wall. Additionally, they are completely removable as well, so if you want to change your color or design scheme, you can take the wall sticker off and then apply a new one.

Accent Walls With Texture

Finally one of the best ways to create an accent wall is through texture, where you can have accent walls that are made out of different materials from the rest of the room. Such as an accent wall made from a decorative wood panelling or from brick slips uk materials. 

Different materials can very easily draw the eye to the accent wall, and it can also create a more rustic look as well for your home. So if you want a theme for your house that features a rustic or country design, or even a design that is a bit cozier than normal, building your accent wall out of different material is one of the best things you can do. 

Pick Your Accent Walls And Have Fun

You have an accent wall in any room of your home, and don’t be afraid to have even more fun with it. Your kid’s room could also use some nursery wall accents, so don’t stop from getting more ideas. An accent wall doesn’t just have to be paint or wallpaper, but it can also include a photo gallery, artwork, or even fabrics on it. There are a lot of things you can do with your accent walls, so don’t be afraid to try some things out and create a wall everyone can keep their eyes on! 

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