From chevron to geometric patterns, there are different paint designs that are a great way to add character to your living space. With a little hard work, you will be able to create one of these DIY painted patterns on your next accent wall.

How To Find The Perfect Wall Pattern
Asking yourself the following questions may help you decide on a focal wall idea. Don’t worry, #10 may be our new favorite. We do love an industrial yet modern look.
- Do you like a more traditional style?
- Are you going for more organic?
- What room is this accent wall going to go in?
- Do you want bold color, bright color, or a more subtle one?
- Do you want to hand paint the wall? Or use painter’s tape to help guide you?
- Would you prefer to draw your wall?
- Do you like geometric patterns?
Feature Wall Ideas You Can Create With Painter’s Tape
- Geometric Designs: They can be all the same shape or a variety of shapes.
- Chalkboard Wall Designs: Tape out basic frame shapes and paint with chalkboard paint in a playroom.
- Herringbone Design
- Chevron Design
- Horizontal Stripes
- Vertical Stripes
- Buffalo Check Pattern
- Plaid Pattern
- Color Blocking
- Faux Concrete
- Organic Shapes
- Mountain Murals
DIY Accent Wall Paint Pattern Ideas
From hand-brushed designs to ombré walls painted accent walls are an awesome way to add personality to your space.
Painted Shiplap Accent Wall
Seriously, this is a painted pattern on the wall. Get the farmhouse look without having to worry about adding a different material. We didn't even realize there is a kit to help with this DIY wall project.
Herringbone of Chevron Pattern
Who needs wallpaper when you can create the same effect easily with paint in a small space. This bathroom wall is a great example of how a little tape and creativity can go a long way on a blank wall. This design works well with all sorts of paint colors.
How to Create a Focal Wall With a Herringbone Stencil
Instead of using painter's tape, using a stencil was the perfect way to create a subtle herringbone design. The slight texture is just what this bedroom wall needed.
DIY Geometric Wall
Use painter's tape and geometric shapes to create this fun painted accent wall. The best part is that you can easily complete this without worrying about making it perfect. Have fun choosing your own color scheme.
DIY Painted Ombre Hexagon Wall
Use your leftover paint and amaze people with this ombré hexagon wall idea that adds a lot visual interest to a baby nursery or kid's room. The step-by-step tutorial will show you all that you need to do to create this awesome end result.
Painting Stripes On A Wall
Yes, even your garage deserves to have a little personality with a fun accent wall idea. This tutorial provides detailed instructions for how to paint clean and crisp stripes on a wall. These painted diagonal lines show how you can use paint in such a unique and fun way in any space.
DIY Chalkboard Paint Accent Wall
No one wants to paint a whole room using chalkboard paint. Therefore, this painted chalkboard design is great for a wall in your kitchen, basement or child's room. Use acrylic paint to create frames that really can be designed.
Painted Mountain Mural
This mountain wall design makes the perfect accent wall in this nursery. We imagine children reading, resting and simply loving to be in their rooms.
Simple Color-Blocked Walls
Don't worry, you don't have to always paint the whole wall. Using a solid color near the ceiling can add just enough interest. This color choice is a perfect addition to add a modern and fun twist to this little girl's bedroom.
How to paint a faux concrete wall in five easy steps
Use this tutorial to paint a faux concrete wall. The style and decorating are completely on point. Who needs real concrete when you can fake it? This amazing accent wall may be our new favorite idea.
Simple Painted Accent Wall With White Walls
A different color on one wall and white paint everywhere else can really make a smaller space feel larger. This works well in living rooms or basements. Kids love being creative in this craft and playroom. Add a pop of color with your decorations and just keep the painted accent wall simple.
Starry Blue Accent Wall
Add a fun saying to your painted accent wall. We love the contrast of the dark blue paint with white stars on this great wall accent idea.
DIY Hand Painted Wall Stripes
Paint vertical stripes to help decorate your entryway. Just enough contrast to add another design element to this room.
Brick Stenciled Wall
Create a faux brick wall using a stencil. While this wall design may take a long time to complete, you will be happy when you see the finished product.
Organic Stencil Design
We are just loving all of the different painted walls you can get with stencils. There is a style and stencil for everyone. This natural leaf design adds a lot of character to this home office. Seriously the perfect backdrop for all those video confernces.
Follow our Pinterest Board on DIY Accent Walls for more inspiration.
Accent Wall FAQs
Any place that you don’t like staring at boring walls. Smaller spaces can benefit from adding a pop color while keeping a light and airy color on the other walls.
Interior designers love painting an entire wall in a home office, kitchen, living room, primary bedroom or formal dining room. It is an easy way to make a bold statement with an accent color and pattern.
Need More Great Accent Wall Ideas?
You don’t have to always paint accent walls. Sometimes creative gallery wall ideas are all that is needed. We have a list of other cheap DIY accent walls on our site to see other architectural features, brick walls, wood panels and more.
We also have looked for more accent wall ideas in this House Beautiful gallery.
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Our number 1 tip is to not be scared of making a mistake. Luckily we are only talking about paint here. Any mistake or imperfection can easily be touched up. We just love how painted patterns can be the focal point of your DIY home decor!
Emily
Tuesday 5th of March 2019
I love this! We had a striped accent wall in our bedroom in our last house and I've been considering doing something in this house too. This is beautiful.
Erin
Wednesday 6th of March 2019
Hi Emily! Thanks for visiting the DIY Nuts site and for the kind words! Let me know if you have any questions about how to create these designs.
Lydia from Lydia's Flexitarian Kitchen
Tuesday 5th of March 2019
Both of those walls turned out great! I really like the herringbone wall and thing I could manage it on this really short wall in my craft room...now I just have to pick out colors!
Erin
Tuesday 5th of March 2019
Hi Lydia! Thanks for visiting The DIY Nuts site. Good luck picking colors. I sometimes think that is the hardest part!
Lynne
Monday 4th of March 2019
I love this accent wall! It came out beautiful! I love the colors you chose. What a lucky girl your daughter is!
Erin
Monday 4th of March 2019
Hi Lynne! Thank you for visiting The DIY Nuts site and for the kind words.
Habiba
Monday 4th of March 2019
Erin, both your accent walls turned out so fab! Right now we are living in a rented apartment that has popcorn wall of all things (oh noooo!) But one day I'll be able to paint a wonderful accent wall like you did. Pinning it to find it once I need it.
Leslie Susan Clingan
Saturday 2nd of March 2019
Absolutely smashing!!! I cannot wrap my head around how seemingly complicated this looks but it turned out fabulously. Love the colors you chose. What a lovely accent!! Lucky daughter.
Erin
Saturday 2nd of March 2019
Hi Leslie! Thank you for the kind words and for visiting our site!