Wall Accents for Bedrooms

Create a bold bedroom accent wall with two colors of interior paint. Think about how you’d like your room to look.

Colors that are very different, like dark green and cream, can look dramatic and make small rooms look chopped up. This approach can work great if you have a seating area or dressing area that you want to define.

Two shades of the same color can have a subtler effect. Select colors two to three spaces apart on a paint sample swatch to get this look.

Tip: Use painter’s tape to cover the edge of the first color you apply. Remove it when the paint is dry to the touch to reveal a crisp, even border line.

Murals make great wall accents for bedrooms. They can be large enough to cover an entire wall or smaller to dress up in just one section. Choose from a variety of designs, such as tropical flowers, a marbled wall or graffiti.

Murals often come as individual panels with numbers that help you connect them. Peel and stick types can usually be removed or repositioned without damaging the wall.

Accent bedroom walls with peel and stick, removable decals. Adding decals can take the place of artwork, bringing color or texture to a plain wall, so it becomes a focal point. Others are subtler and can make a painted wall seem like it’s wallpapered.

Look for decals that feature small-scale quotes, geometric designs, flowers and more. A simple way to shop is to search by a decorative style, such as Art Deco, coastal, farmhouse or industrial.

Treat yourself to a new view by putting a landscape on your wall. Find an image you like and use a projector to cast it on the wall. Trace with apencil and then paint as desired.

To take a shortcut to a landscape wall, choose a wallpaper mural with an illustration or photograph of a landscape. You can sleep steps from a sunny beach on an island paradise, high up in the mountains or deep in the forest.

Tip: You may need to put the projector on a chair or table to get it to the right height. Turn out the lights so that you can see the image clearly.

Be creative and play with patterns when creating wall accents for bedrooms. Look for wallpaper with geometric designs to complement or contrast with bed linens and other fabrics.

It’s also easy to stencil patterns and designs onto a wall. With this approach, you can keep your current paint color but add interest to the wall. Another quick way to add shapes is to hangwall mirrors on their own or in pairs or groups.

A black accent wall can work with any other color and make a bedroom look stylish, contemporary and trendy. Use black wall accents for bedrooms with plenty of natural light, or add lighting fixtures such as track lights to illuminate the space.

Add a sense of texture by stenciling over a black accent wall with another shade or a different finish of black. For example, use a glossy black stencil over a matte black wall.

To balance a black wall, use light or bright colors for curtains, bedding[ and other decor.

Texture can enhance a room without adding a new color or pattern. As a result, adding a new one is a good way to make your room more interesting without making huge changes.

Texturize your wall with wallpaper like grasscloth, or choose a textured interior paint. Available in many finishes, it can hide flaws while also sprucing up a wall.

For new texture and color, try wood paneling as a wall accent. Peel and stick panels
are easy to install, and you can typically remove them later without damaging the wall. Install wood planks vertically, horizontally or in a herringbone pattern or other design.

Once you have your paneling in place, finish it to match the style of the room. Go shabby chic or rustic with distressed wood or apply a rich, dark stain to wood pieces for an elegant look. Paint a plank here and there to add a pop of color to a wood accent wall. Stain the planks in multiple shades for a stained glass effect or use whitewashed wood in a farmhouse-style bedroom.

Fill up your walls with images that match your decor. Choose images from your camera roll or social media accounts to print and place in picture frames . Then, display in an arrangement to make a gallery wall.

You can also extend your framed photo collage into the room. Hang most and then prop one up on the floor or a table against the wall. Lean another one in front of it for a layered effect.

Framed prints are another option for wall art. Opt for black and white prints for a modern, stylish look. Or, select colors that match your pallet.

Before you make holes in the wall, lay artwork on a big piece of craft paper and arrange—trace around the prints and mark where the hangers will go. Tape the paper to the wall withnon-stick tape and insert the hangers onto the marked spots. Remove the paper, and you're ready to start hanging.

Ceiling tiles aren’t just for ceilings. You can also glue or nail them on the wall. With a variety of textures and designs available, you can find something perfect for your wall. Consider vinyl, metal, plastic and other materials for your space.

Mount just one kind on a wall or mix the colors and designs for a bold look. A six-color limit is recommended to avoid a busy look.

Tip: Lay out ceiling tiles on the floor to get the right arrangement before you hang them.