Check out these stylish and affordable accent wall ideas that will make your space look more expensive.
Choosing the rightaccent wall paint coloris important as it will become your room’s focal point.
If your existing wall color is warm, you’ll want to choose a warm wall color.
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Figure out how much paint you need withThe Spruce’s Paint Calculator.
Build a DIY Shiplap Wall
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Shiplapis not going out of style any time soon.
These white planks brighten up any room for a light and airy feel while adding the necessary texture.
Design byDesiree Burns Interiors
Add Wood Paneling
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Everywhere you look reclaimedwoodis popping up in home decor.
The new peel and stick tiles are much more elegant than past products and include more design options.
Design byCathie Hong Interiors/Talitha Photos
Choosing a color that adds contrast is key.
While mirrors themselves can be pricey, there is a budget-friendly alternativemirror panels.
Install Board and Batten
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Board and battenadds dimension to a flat wall.
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Pairing colorful, eclectic wallpaper as a backdrop forfloating shelvescan help the space from feeling too overwhelming.
Paint Geometric Shapes
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Paintdoesn’t have to reach all four corners to make an impact.
Modernize the look of traditional brick with paint or a lime wash, as seen here.
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Or mimic the look with lightweight brick veneer that can be installed on top of drywall.
Use removable decals if you’re a renter.
Highlight original stone in an older home orinstall a stone veneer wallto add character to a newer build.
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Have Fun
In a multi-purpose open-plan space, an accent wall can help define zones.
This finished basement is a hybrid space with zones for work and play.
Paint is the least expensive way to create an accent wall that almost anyone can DIY.
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MDF, thin wood, or wood veneers are the best options for board and batten walls.
These materials are smooth for a perfect finish and durable for long-term use.
This is because they are instantly eye-catching so the added design further commands that wall’s attention.
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Erin Williamson Design
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Ashley Montgomery Design
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Design byBrexton Cole Interiors
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Dazey Den
Desiree Burns Interiors
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Design byLittle Crown Interiors/ Photo by Full Spectrum Photography
Design byMarie Flanigan Interiors/ Photo by Julie Soefer
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Louis Duncan-He Designs/ Photo byHeather Dunbar
Louis Duncan-He Designs/ Photo byEymeric Wilding
Michelle Berwick Design
