The Do’s and Don’ts of Dressing up Accent Walls

Stylish accents can liven up otherwise drab walls. Dress up feature walls with textures, shapes, colors and patterns. These accent walls can breathe life into any space. Here are the do’s and don’ts of dressing up an accent wall, from Residential Concerns, a trusted local roofer and remodeler.

The Do’s

Choose colors or patterns to complement the rest of the room. In an open concept home or in multiple-use spaces, you can define a particular area with an accent wall. For example, in a joint kitchen and dining room, you can differentiate the dining area from the kitchen space by creating an accent wall.

You can also create unlimited patterns with paint. This is very easy to change should you want something different. With the help of an expert roof inspection and home design contractor, you can choose paint types and colors that can blend seamlessly into your home’s overall aesthetic.

The Don’ts

Do not randomly select a wall to highlight. An accent wall should ideally highlight a room’s existing focal point, like a mantel or TV. The feature wall should be behind the focal point. Also, remember not to accent a wall in a tiny room. It will only make it look smaller.

Don’t just create an accent wall because you don’t want a particular color or pattern to take over the whole room. A feature wall should be a highlight, not a consolation prize. Putting a feature wall in an already overcrowded room is also a no-no. It can be confusing to the eye and create a sense of chaos.

A feature wall should be a highlight and needs room to breathe. Don’t think that paint and wallpaper are your only options. You can use tile, stone and reclaimed wood, to name a few materials. You can get these materials from your premier residential roofing company. Many people don’t want to decorate with wallpaper because it’s difficult to take it down. Fortunately, there are plenty of peel-and-stick options that are easy to remove when the time comes.

Residential Concerns can help you with interior design and wall treatments.  We keep up with the latest and best installation practices. We serve homeowners in Sharpsburg, GA, and nearby areas. Call us at (770) 284-8630 for a consultation.