If you are craving a certain color but can’t commit to painting it in the whole room, an accent wall is the perfect choice for you. A room full of one bold color can sometimes be overwhelming in a small space, but an accent wall can add style to a room, while making it look larger.

While there are no real rules about painting an accent wall, there are some guidelines and principles you should follow to turn your creativity into something you love. Read the following tips to make sure your next painting project is a success:

• Emphasize the architectural features of the room. Listen to the architectural style and layout of your home. Create a focal point that can be emphasized by color, such as a fireplace wall that you would like to draw attention to. Don’t compete with an already natural focal point, such as a brick wall that is set apart from the rest of the room. An accent wall directs the eye. Make sure you choose a direction you would like to draw attention to.
• Use color to define your space. An accent wall can be used in multi-use rooms to differentiate everything that’s going on in the room. An office area can be separated by a sofa by painting two adjacent walls in a different shade.
• Choose colors wisely. One way to paint the accent wall is to opt for a color that is a few shades darker than the other walls. Colors opposite of each other on the color wheel create a dramatic statement. Keep in mind that colors have other colors inside of them. A blue also contains grays, greens, yellows, and reds. You can find paint samples with shades of the same color family that complement each other.

Don’t paint an accent wall just to add a little color, paint with purpose. Make sure that your project is one you can be proud of. For more information and painting tips from the professionals, contact the Park City Painters today at 801-747-1027.