6 Beautiful accent wall ideas that are super easy to recreate
An accent wall or feature wall as it is sometimes called is a specific wall in a space that is different from the others and is designed to grab one’s attention or stand out.
Accent walls have been a part of good interior designs for ages now and have been used to manipulate the visual representation of a space by making it look bigger, smaller, wider, or narrower.
The main concept is to have a wall that looks different from the other walls but harmonises with the overall interior of the space.
The majority of accent walls are just painted a different colour and they look great if the colours blend properly.
Another way accent walls are made is by using wallpaper or even creating some moulding on the wall.
Many of these options are great if you have a home of your own and are allowed to make long-lasting or permanent alterations.
But if for whatever reason you desire an accent wall but are unable to alter the walls in your space maybe because your apartment doesn’t allow it, you are a student living in a dorm room, or you like to change things up a lot and don’t want to commit to something more long term?
You are in the right place!
Below are some creative ways to create an accent wall that can work for literally any space, especially your apartment.
1. Wall decals
Wall decals are a cheap and easy way to transform a plain wall into a beautiful accent one.
One of its many advantages is that you can easily lay your hands on them.
You can buy different sets and change the look of your wall whenever you feel like it
From Walmart to Amazon your new wall is just a stroll to the store or click on your computer away.
Another pro of wall decals is their versatility, they are available in a variety of colours and designs.
All you have to do is buy them and stick them on the wall, and when you don’t want them anymore you can easily peel them off without damage to the wall.
Some really beautiful wall decal options on Amazon right now include these modern line stickers, these irregular polka dot decals, these thick irregular line stickers that are so simple but chic, a floral wall decal, these cute geometric lines decals, these rustic country leaves decals, and these boho flower wall stickers.
2. Sticker Wallpaper
The name pretty much explains what it is.
Sticker wallpapers are like wall decals in that they are readily available and all you need to do is stick them on the wall.
But unlike decals, they are designed to look exactly like real wallpapers.
However, with sticker wallpapers, you don’t have to worry about the glue that goes on the walls, the commitment that comes with regular wallpaper, or the damage to the walls when removing them.
This geometric self-adhesive wallpaper is very bold and is sure to make a statement, this floral one is great if you are going for a darker theme, and this pink one if you are going for a pink interior. Make sure to get this application kit for the proper application of your peel-and-stick wallpaper.
3. Washi tape
Since the discovery of washi tape, they have become a staple for bullet journal lovers and for arts and crafts projects.
But did you know that they could also be used to decorate a wall?
Washi tape can be used to create patterns across your wall. Whether you are creating little rectangular lines across your wall or creating geometrical lines across your wall it can be as simple or as complex as you want it to be.
Washi tape comes in an endless variety of colours, designs, and sizes and there is no limit as to what you can do with them.
This beautiful 21-roll set of washi tape and this 40-roll set are a must-have for DIY projects including your washi tape wall.
4. Tapestry
Tapestry is a great choice for adding a unique look to a room or space.
This is often the choice for college students who want to decorate their dorm room without having to do any damage to the walls.
Tapestries are fabrics with a bold design on them that can be hung on a wall.
They usually display a specific style from maps of different parts of the world to colours and designs that represent different cultures. You can always find a design that goes with your aesthetics.
Tapestries can easily be mounted with tapes. No glue or nails are needed.
I really like this Krelymics mountain one or this floral bohemian design for a minimal look.
5. Gallery wall
Gallery walls add sophistication to a space.
They are a great way to add pictures that bring back memories or quotes that inspire and motivate you to your wall.
Or it could just be designs you like that resonate with you.
It’s a way of showing people a little bit of yourself as soon as they walk into a space.
You can also easily swap the pictures or quotes in the frame for others when you are bored with them and want a change.
If you are looking for a frame set for your gallery wall, you might light like this golden one or this black set that are both made up of different sizes of frames.
6. Paint a different colour
If you are allowed to paint, another super easy and creative way to create an accent wall is to paint your wall with a completely different colour that contrasts the other colours of your walls.
This could be a much deeper or a much darker colour depending on the look you are going for.
You can also create some designs with the paint like in this picture. You can place tapes across the wall when you paint and peel them off afterwards. This would create different designs across your wall according to the placement of the tape you did prior.
Conclusion
There you have it!
These are ways to create an accent wall in your apartment to elevate your space. The options mentioned above were particularly picked because of their compatibility with temporal spaces like apartments or dorm rooms.
All the options mentioned above are easily applied and removed. For the non-stick ones like the tapestry or gallery wall, they could be easily mounted with command hooks or strips.
I hope you got inspired to do something with a plane wall in your space. This could be done as a fun weekend DIY project. You could also do it with a loved one to share some fun moments with them.
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