Top tips for painting feature walls
Accent walls are a great way to add colour and personality to your space. As leading Vancouver interior painters, Even Better Painting has experience with helping our clients make the most of their accent walls while avoiding common mistakes that are easy to overlook.
Here are three tips to help you design and execute your accent wall to perfection, and create the ideal energy in your home or business property.
1. Choose the right wall
Interior painting helps to draw focus to certain areas in your home. When choosing a wall to feature, you will want to start by figuring out which wall is the focal point in the room. Select the wall that the eye is drawn to first. This may be the wall behind your bed or where your television in your living room sits. Walls behind fireplaces and couches can also make excellent feature walls. Remember to work with the natural focal points of your home, not against them.
It is a good idea to avoid walls with doors and windows, as these features often take away from the feature wall.
Finally, feature walls in small rooms may make the room appear and feel smaller, so feature walls are best used in larger spaces.
2.Use a colour that compliments the room
As with any interior painting project, choosing a colour for an accent wall can be difficult. While it may be tempting to use bright and bold colours, it is often best to look to colours already present in the room for inspiration. Consider the colours found on your bedding, rugs, or throw pillows for inspiration when choosing an interior paint colour for your accent wall.
Choose colours that compliment your personality and style, and consider the purpose of the room. Muted and soft colours work best in rooms intended for relaxation, while bright colours can be great in kitchens to inject energy into space.
Remember to have fun with the colour, and choose something that speaks to you. If you are unsure, Even Better Painting offers professional colour consultations for interior painting in Vancouver.
3.Don’t be afraid to use mixed mediums!
Paint is a simple and easy solution for accent walls, and for many people, it is the perfect way to update their space. However, it is not your only option! When it comes to feature walls, wallpaper can be a great way to add a pattern to your room. Wood, brick, and stone can also add depth and texture to the wall.
Designing an accent wall can be a lot of fun, but when it comes time to paint the wall, consider hiring a professional Vancouver painter to ensure that your wall doesn’t draw attention for the wrong reasons. Professional interior painters have the proper techniques and equipment to get the job done right, saving you time and money down the road. If you are considering adding a feature wall to your home, give Even Better Painting a call!
