From chevron designs to geometric patterns, there are so many different paint designs you could try to add character to your living space. Get inspired with 14+ paint design ideas for your next project.
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It’s amazing what paint and imagination can do for home decor!
Shirley
Tips To Find Your 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? We love a good bathroom accent wall.
- 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?
DIY Accent Wall Paint Pattern Ideas
Painted Shiplap Wall Design
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.
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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.
Herringbone Wall Tutorial
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.
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DIY Paint Pen Accent Wall
Create budget-friendly faux wallpaper using a paint marker. This black and white accent wall idea really added a lot of character to this half bathroom.
How To Draw A Paint Pen Wall
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.
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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.
How To Make A Hexagon Wall
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.
DIY Chalkboard Wall Tutorial
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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DIY Hand Painted Wall Stripes
Paint vertical stripes to help decorate your entryway. Just enough contrast to add another design element to this room.
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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.
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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.
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Follow our Pinterest Board on DIY Accent Walls for more inspiration.
Where can you put accent walls?
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.
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You don’t always have to paint accent walls. Sometimes, creative gallery wall ideas are all that is needed. Our site has a list of other cheap DIY accent walls, including architectural features, brick walls, wood panels, and more.
We have also looked for more accent wall ideas in this House Beautiful gallery.
Our number 1 tip is not to be scared of making a mistake. Luckily, we are only talking about paint here. Any mistake or imperfection can easily be touched up. We love how painted patterns can be the focal point of your DIY home decor!
Your walls look amazing! I can’t stop looking at them. You must have a lot of patience. Plus it’s a wall that can grow with your daughter in her new room. DIY is all about trial and error, but most of life is too. 🙂 love them!
Hi Jenny. Yes to all! I was really trying hard to come up with a design that she could have all the way through her teenage years! I am hoping she will continue to love it. And with any DIY or art project it is important to just dive on in and learn as you go. Thanks for visiting our site.
That is a stunning accent wall!! I painted murals in all of my boys bedrooms (though we kept the same room as a nursey I redid the themes) and then they each got a new mural for their room when they moved into their new room and their “big boy” bed. It’s such a wonderful way to make the room special for them. I love the colors and the shape of your daughter’s new wall. Pinned
Thank you for the kind words! I am impressed that you painted so many murals. Thanks again for sharing!
Your walls turned out absolutely beautiful! Maybe you should start a business!
Thanks for visiting our site and for the kind words. Maybe one day I will start a business, but for now I am happy sharing here.
Wow! Love. That. Wall. I think what I love is how it could work in multiple spaces. How special that your daughter gets to have this in her room. Also like the herringbone pattern in the bathroom. Was looking at a smaller pattern as a possible kitchen back splash. Adding this to my Pinterest collection.
Thanks for visiting our site and for sharing our projects!
Your wall came out beautifully! You did d a fantastic job. It looks amazing!
Hi Lauren! Thank you for the kind comments and for visiting our site!
Erin, I chuckled when I read you had ‘evicted’ your daughter! But, how lucky is she with such a fun, dynamic new bedroom!
Thanks for the kind words and for visiting our site. I am happy we made you laugh.
What a cool wall, so bright and happy. pinning. Maria
Thanks for visiting our site and for sharing!
I love the way your DIY wall turned out, Erin! Ombre anything is all the rage right now, too. I’m glad your daughter didn’t feel “evicted” in the end. Ha!
She is very happy that she has a “big girl” room! Thanks for visiting my site and for the nice comments!
That wall is stunning. When your daughter grows she will be proud of having such a cool and talented mama!
Hi Pili! I hope so and I think she may have a few creative genes in her! I hope the walls can stay crayon free! Thanks for visiting The DIY Nuts site!
Oh my, this is absolutely gorgeous! And the colors are perfect and so versatile to grow up with!
Hi Gail. Thanks for visiting our site. I sure hope the design grow with her!
Woah, that is fabulous!
I know exactly what you mean about moving a child out when a new little one needs their old space. You don’t want them to feel turned out of their space! When our 3rd and youngest was ready to move out of his cot we had a big shift round, our daughter got moved into what had been the nursery which became a newly decorated bedroom (with a rather lovely daisy mural) the middle one moved up onto the top bunk (very exciting!) and the little one got a big boy bed (whoop!)
Hi Julie. Thanks for visiting our site. Any change makes for a crazy time with little ones.
This accent wall is beautiful! I love the colors. Pink and gray is a wonderful color combination, and I love the hexagons.
Hi T’onna. Thanks for the kind words. I am glad you enjoyed the post!
I’m always amazed at what paint can do and you did amazing with both of your walls. Pinned.
Thank you! I really appreciate it and appreciate being part of the Pinterest challenge!
Your daughter’s accent wall is beautiful. Plus you have selected colors which are good to work with for planning decor changes through the years. It’s amazing what paint and imagination can do for home decor! I love the Herringbone wall in the bathroom even more. It looks like expensive wallpaper.
Hi Shirley! I am glad you like the bathroom design! After I did my daughter’s room, I knew that bathroom was next!
This came out amazing. And I know what you mean about the feeling of a diy success – it doesn’t have to be as large as a wall, just when you did it yourself and it wasn’t something you thought you could pull offf and then *boom* you did it!
Thanks! Yes it is always great when you work hard and things turn out the way you want!
Wow, what a fabulous design. I am totally in awe.
Hi Debra! Thank you for visiting our site and for the kind words!
Your walls look amazing, thank you for sharing such a great technique!
Aww. Thanks for the nice comment. I am glad you enjoy seeing how we created our DIY Accent Walls!
W O W ! ! I am seriously impressed with both your daughter’s bedroom and the herringbone wall in your bathroom. You have some mad skills for taping and painting! Well done! Congrats on the new baby! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures
Hi Marci! Thank you for the kinds words on our accent walls and for visiting our site.
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.
Hi Leslie! Thank you for the kind words and for visiting our site!
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.
I love this accent wall! It came out beautiful! I love the colors you chose. What a lucky girl your daughter is!
Hi Lynne! Thank you for visiting The DIY Nuts site and for the kind words.
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!
Hi Lydia! Thanks for visiting The DIY Nuts site. Good luck picking colors. I sometimes think that is the hardest part!
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.
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.