Considering interior house painting with a little bit of drama? An accent wall is a great way of adding a touch of elegance and a dramatic flair by creating a focal point that demands attention. If you want to heighten the visual interest of your living space, then an accent wall is an inexpensive way to go about it.
When painting an accent wall, you’ve unlimited paint options as well as other materials and surfaces. An accent wall is a special creation and you should make it as unique as possible. You can create an accent wall in pretty much any room as long as you know the basic dos and don’ts. Below are four tips to help you create an exceptional accent wall.
1. Choose an accent wall
Just like any other painting project, creating an accent wall is not as easy as slapping a coat or two of paint onto a wall. There is a lot of consideration that goes into choosing a wall to be painted. You need to pick a wall that is the focal point of your room. Choose a wall that preferably has some architectural charm to it –like the wall with a built-in bookshelf, a fireplace, a large window or behind the bed.
When deciding on your accent wall, you need to take into account adjacent walls and décor items. For instance, if you have adjacent walls with a lot of ornate mirrors, and oversized paintings, they might compete for attention with your accent wall and instead create a busy, cluttered space. Additionally, such oversized decorative features that compete for attention shouldn’t be placed on the accent walls. The simplest way to choose an accent wall is to note where your eye goes when you walk into that particular room.
2. Choose Your Color.
When picking the color for your accent wall, it’s important to consider what you already have in the room. Most people choose a color that already exists in upholstery, artwork or décor. Choosing a neutral color will add subtle focus without competing with art and décor.
If you want a monochromatic color scheme, then you can paint your accent wall a couple of shades darker than the rest of the room. A complementary color scheme pits two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel against each other for a dramatic contrast. An example of this would be using a warm color, such as a shade of red with a cool shade of green or blue.
If you can’t seem to figure out the best color for your accent wall, you can request the help of a professional painting contractor for some ideas. Most professional painters are more than happy to offer free color consultation for every painting project you assign them. They will point you in the right direction, based on your preferences
3. Pick your sheen
Once you’ve chosen your color, next is to choose the sheen –which is essentially the finish. Or surface texture the paint creates and a measurement of how much light is reflected off the painted surface. Higher sheens tend to show details of imperfections than eggshell, flat or satin sheen paints. So if you want to hide any surface imperfections, you’re better off using flat sheen paint.
Glossy sheens are generally easier to clean than flat sheen paint, and also repel water much better. So if you’re considering painting a wall next to your bathroom. A glossy or semi-gloss sheen might be your best option. Kitchens and bathrooms are where most of the messes happen. You can also choose a glossy sheen if you’re looking for a shinier appearance. The glossier the paint, the easier it’s to clean dirt off it.
4. Consult a Professional
Painting an accent wall is not like painting any other ordinary wall –it’s a delicate project that requires a little more skill and accuracy than DIY can offer. Hiring a professional painting contractor will ensure the right wall and color choice, and a proper painting technique can create a masterpiece that will wow your visitors and adds a little drama and excitement in your living space.
On the flip side, a DIY accent wall paint job gone wrong can stick out like a sour thumb. So you should probably not paint your own accent wall unless you have the skill, equipment and some experience in interior painting.
Bottom line
Accent walls are beautiful, subtle additions that can evoke feelings of excitement in any room in your home. Following the above tips should help you create a unique focal point that demands attention and enhances your interior design. If you need professional assistance in creating accent walls or general interior painting in Horsham, Ambler, Dresher, Ft. Washington, Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, contact us today and we will be more than happy to help.
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