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The Power of Accent Walls
I work as a blogger for businesses although I do a variety of different types of writing. I particularly enjoy writing about all aspects of design and creativity. I think that your home should reflect your personality and that it should change as you change. More about me at www.kathrynvercillo.com and http://diaryofasmartchick.com.
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Accent walls can be a powerful design choice in your home. They break up the traditional look of having four walls that are painted the same color. They draw your eye to a particular part of the room. And they give you a chance to play around with color in your house in a new way.
An accent wall is traditionally a brightly-colored wall added to a room where the other three walls are white. This can be a terrific choice. However, it's not the only option for your accent wall. You could choose a dark or neutral color for your accent wall. You could paint three walls one color and your accent wall another color. You could even use wallpaper or designs on your accent wall instead of a different color of paint.
It's easy to go wrong with an accent wall. Colors that don't compliment each other, shades that are too dark or light for the room and hues that are just too distracting for the eye are things that can cause problems with your design. The good news is, you can always paint over it and try something else. It's a great thing to play around with in your home.
An accent wall is traditionally a brightly-colored wall added to a room where the other three walls are white. This can be a terrific choice. However, it's not the only option for your accent wall. You could choose a dark or neutral color for your accent wall. You could paint three walls one color and your accent wall another color. You could even use wallpaper or designs on your accent wall instead of a different color of paint.
It's easy to go wrong with an accent wall. Colors that don't compliment each other, shades that are too dark or light for the room and hues that are just too distracting for the eye are things that can cause problems with your design. The good news is, you can always paint over it and try something else. It's a great thing to play around with in your home.
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| This is a great example of how an accent wall can really set the mood of the room. That deep purple color and those stunning lights make this bedroom as sensual as can be. |
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| Not everyone wants their bedroom to read "sexy". This green accent wall conveys a feeling of peace and serenity. Adding the trio of pictures softens the boldness of the painted wall and brings the room together. |
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An accent wall works great in a shared kitchen/dining area. It sets the dining area apart from the rest of the room. The grey color here works because of the light coming through the window and the white touches around it.
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If you want to be really bold, go with a pattern for your accent wall. These stripes really make a statement, don't they?
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Take a look at this too-pink room. Now imagine if the bed and curtains were another color and there was only a single accent wall of pink. Powerful without overdoing it!
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Here is an interesting way to create an accent wall. The room's walls are all painted the same color. The accent wall is the same color. What's different is that it has a wallpaper pattern on it to make it stand out.
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A red accent wall can be a really bold choice. It works here because the rooms is so large and the furnishings are sparse and mostly neutral.
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The color combination is beautiful here - a deep purple wall with cream and lavender surrounding it. Think about your color choices carefully when adding an accent wall.
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A black accent wall can come off like you're an angsty teenager if you don't do it right. However, add some white touches and you've got a beautiful modern design.
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Most people think of accent walls as adding one bold color to a white room. This doesn't have to be the case. You can choose one color for three of your walls and another for your accent walls and make it work like we see here.
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FOCAL POINT STYLING Thanks Kathy! for selecting one of my 'Various Versions' Dining Room spaces to be featured in your ideasbook! 
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Pat Lukes This dining room above is my favorite. It's understated and doesn't scream 'accent wall'. I love the tones and accessories...especially the mirror!
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Susan Jay Design Works in kitchens, too! 
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Casart Coverings Love your idea book of accent walls. It's truly an easy way to change up a room.
3 years ago · Like
Angie Mcghee where did the mirror come from?
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lindseyb09 I love the accent walls! I was wanting to see if you or anyone knew what the name of the green color is in second picture, the Susan Kennedy Design. I was looking for a similar color! Thanks so much!
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