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Feature wall/media wall

10 years ago

I need help with this wall in my basement rec room. We are getting a new smart TV. I would like to at least update the handles on the cabinet. I don't really want to change the cabinet because it has a lot of storage and doors that can close and keep my baby away from the electronics.

The adjoining wall has rustic stars and windows. Across, is a huge sectional with a gallery wall. I'm also getting a "new" vintage steamer trunk for a coffee table.

My question is, what should I do on the wall behind the TV and cabinet? Should I paint, maybe a dark red (it's an accent colour-barn star, in gallery wall, throw pillows)? I could also do some other kind of feature wall with wallpaper or some other stick on or painted idea.

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2pups4me
10 years ago
I wouldn't do anything to the wall until you get the new TV in place. Will it be larger? Will it be wall mounted? The wall doesn't seem to be so big that it really needs additional decor.
User
10 years ago
I wouldn't do anything, either. I think in most cases the TV should stand alone and not be surrounded by décor or made to stand out. I find things on the wall behind a TV distracting.
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melle_sacto is hot and dry in CA Zone 9/
10 years ago
My living room looks remarkably like your set up: tv + electronics on a dresser, light background. I'm planning to paint the wall dark to help the tv blend in visually. wish i could share an "after" but haven't made progress whatsoever.
mabeldingeldine
10 years ago
I'm planning on a dark wall as well in hopes of making the tv less prominent. I miss my old house where the TV was hidden in the spare bedroom.

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