Never settle for blank white walls.
Here are 35 wall covering ideas to start your search.
The hand stenciled border is a delightful surprise for the eye that adds an artisanal touch.
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Latticework
Garden-inspired latticework paneling is elegant, elaborate, and absolutely showstopping.
Paired here with floral fabrics and woven accents, it brings the outdoors in.
It’s a feast for the eyes that’s undeniably eclecticbut works.
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All-Over Tile
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Why stop at thebacksplash?
Its resurgence makes sense: the design is simple, making it versatile, while still being visually impactful.
High-Gloss Paint
Reflect light and get the jewel box look with a couple coats of high-gloss paint.
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The trick is to cover the cork with fabric and then frame it out.
Statement Shelves
A wall of shelves offers endless styling possibilities.
Brick
Brick brings distinctive texture, character, and warmth to a room, as proven here.
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It’s a small detail, but isn’t that what good design is all about?
Beadboard
We have the early English settlers to thank for bringing beadboard into our homes.
The mottled appearance provides one-of-a-kind character that ages beautifully.
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Mirrored Panels
Nothing reflects the light quite like mirrors.
Having an entire wall of them will make your space feel infinitely biggerand make it stand out.
To create the most dynamic look, opt for a mix of frames and sizes.
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It offers a major opportunity to have fun and make a statement.
Plus, you have an unlimited amount of choices.
Stenciled Faux Wallpaper
Real wallpaper not in the budget?
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Have spare time and a steady hand?
Give stenciling a try, which creates the same exact look but iswayeasier redo or cover up.
Whitewashed Wood Paneling
Wood paneling runs the risk of looking dated, but whitewashing can help.
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It lightens and brightens the room, not to mention highlights the natural grain and knots.
Color drenching packs a serious punch, and can even make a room look bigger by creating continuity.
It instantly makes a home look older (in a good way) by adding character.
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Wallpapered Built-Ins
Built-ins need a pop of personality?
Consider wallpapering the interior.
Bonus points for intentionality if the pattern is incorporated elsewhere in the room.
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Stone Accents
A stone fireplace is just one way to incorporate the natural material into your home.
Strie Technique
From afar, the walls look like they’re covered in a soft grasscloth.
In reality, they’ve been painted using a technique called strie.
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Executed properly, this look for less is even convincing closer up.
Tonal Shiplap
We have Joanna Gaines to thank for shiplap’s comeback over the last decade.
Keeping it reserved to the niche helps turn the bed into a focal point.
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A Colorful Cornice
Window treatments do more than simply cover and frame windows.
In this case, it’s a defining moment in the room, at once bold and traditional.
Wallpaper Mural
Is this a wallpaper?
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It may sound counterintuitive, but the stark contrast is exactly why the two materials work so well together.
Make your room appear taller with vertical ones, or go horizontal for the illusion of a wider space.
Because of its size, it takes longer to install.
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Take it a step further by using the same toile fabric throughout the room, as illustrated here.
The contrasting textures and finishes create visual interest, while the shades of gray create consistency.
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