A striking feature wall is a stylish way to make a statement in your home.
Creating one will add a focal point and turn a plain interior into a modern, eye-catching space.
Feature Walls - Daring Colours and Wallpaper Designs
A feature wall is a great way to experiment with daring colours or wallpaper designs without overwhelming the whole room.
Another advantage of a feature wall is that if you change your mind, it can be swapped for something else with minimum effort.
Define The Areas Of Your Room
There are a few rules to follow when creating your feature wall.
The first step is to decide which wall you want to draw attention to. In an open-plan area, a feature wall is a good way to define the different areas.
Choose The Main Wall
The rule of thumb is to choose the main wall.
This will ideally be a blank canvass to allow you to experiment with colours or patterns - so it shouldn’t have any doors or windows that will detract from your design.
Hire A Decorator
If decorating is not really your thing, you could hire a tradesman to quote you a price for a feature wall. Use an online directory of local tradesmen and find at least three good decorators, then get them to give you quotes for the job.
A simple way to create a feature wall is to opt for a bright coloured paint - and it’s probably the cheapest option too. Depending on how daring you want to be, you could go for deep reds or even metallic paint to make a show-stopping feature wall. But soft brown colours like cappuccino or coffee work equally well, and subtle green is also a popular colour.
Light And Feature Walls
One thing you should keep in mind when choosing a colour for the wall is the amount of light that enters the room, as this will have a bearing on how it looks once you’ve painted the wall. The colours you pick will create different effects in the room, for example, strong colours will give the illusion that the wall is closer than it really is. So, if you’re making a feature wall in a small room then it’s probably a good idea to go for something lighter. If you do choose a light tone to paint your feature wall, you’ll create the appearance of more space.
If you’ve decided to wallpaper your feature wall, there are lots of options to choose from. You could use textured papers that bring a taste of the outdoors to the inside. For instance, seagrass papers are a fantastic way to conjure up the feeling of a beach. Or bold patterns such as vintage designs or even murals can create just the type of look you’re trying to achieve.
There are countless tips for how to create a feature wall but if you want truly breathtaking results without the hassle, it’s always best to hire professional tradesmen to do the work. So why not find a local decorator and ask them how much it will cost?
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