The Chic Design Trend That Will Cost You Less Than $50
We’re always looking for quick design fixes that don’t require any actual home renovation or pricey new furniture. That’s why when we get the itch to remake our space, we start looking at the walls first. Just one can of paint can totally transform a room. Half-painted walls are the latest trend we can’t get enough of, the perfect way to add a new design element to your home without spending too much time or money on getting it right.
How do you achieve the fun look that’s popping up on some of the trendiest home decor blogs? First, choose a color. For a subtle change, match pastels with light-colored walls; for a bolder look, choose a bright or dark contrasting color. You can use painter’s tape to keep the paint line perfectly straight or you can freehand it for a softer, more organic look.
Play with the proportions too. You can split the wall perfectly in half horizontally, or paint just the top or bottom third of the wall.
Whether you’re looking for a totally new look in a favorite room or just want to update a design you already love, half-painted walls are the solution to your home decor woes. Here are a few of our favorite examples.
Originally posted on SheKnows.
Half-Painted Dining Room
We love how a swipe of dark color gives this rustic dining room a moody feel. It makes the lighter colors in the room really pop.
Photo:
Despoke
Half-Painted Pink Bedroom
Pink goes from overwhelming to soothing when it's applied to the lower half of your bedroom walls in an ultra-pale shade.
Photo:
Craftifair
Half-Painted Wall Mural
If solid paint isn't your style, you can make things bolder by creating a mural on your half-painted walls. Go as colorful or minimal as you please.
Photo:
Dharmakarmaarts
Half-Pink, Half-Peach Walls
This trend works even if you don't have white walls. Here, a soft pink is half-painted onto peach walls to give this office space a warm, sunny glow.
Photo:
LaLaLovely
Light Blue Lower Cabinets
When your entire wall is covered in cabinets, it can be hard to figure out how to add some character. Painting the lower cabinets blue then adding in a minimalist mural over both the painted and unpainted cabinets does the trick.
Photo:
Nonagon Style
Navy Blue Half-Painted Kids' Room
Dark navy blue adds some depth to this kids room without making the overall vibe too somber. It's a nice way to add color without making the room feel like a circus.
Photo:
Trendland
Pale Blue Half-Painted Walls
The light ice-blue lower half of these walls brings a subtle touch of color to brighten up the room.
Photo:
Paper & Stitch
Half-Painted Yellow Bedroom
If you don't love the geometric look, try painting half your walls without a full painter's tape guide around the room. Just use a few strips to mark the approximate height you're going for, then free-paint to your heart's desire.
Photo:
Sugar And Charm
