Which Wall Should Be A Feature Wall?

A feature wall is an excellent addition to a room. It provides you with an opportunity to show off your style without overwhelming the space and making it feel too closed in. However, for the best results, it is necessary that you choose the right wall. Take a look at our tips below to feel confident in your decision.

First, it's important that the room in which you are planning on creating the feature wall has a fairly neutral decor before you get started. Having too many colours and patterns in one room will be too overwhelming. Also, the whole point of a feature wall is to add interest to an otherwise neutral space. As such, if you try to create a feature wall in a more busy room, the 'accent' is likely to get lost and your efforts will have been wasted.

Generally speaking, a feature wall is usually the first one you see after you have entered a room. This is because it will draw the eye to the feature wall from the moment you walk through the door, and as such, it will make the most notable impact.

If you choose a room with a number of architectural features, such as fireplace, interesting built-in bookshelves, or a large mantel, they eye will be drawn to such architectural features rather than the feature wall. This will result in a confused look, so try to pick a fairly plain space, unless the architectural elements are in a neutral colour palette, which would allow for the feature wall to shine.

For the first time wallpapering, it's important that you choose a wall that is solid. A wall with windows and doors will interrupt the feature wall and make it look confused. Solid walls tend to be those situated behind sofas or beds. It will also be much easier to hang the wallpaper, so it's a win-win situation!

It's a good idea to pick a wall that you regularly look at. At the end of the day, you're going to spend all of this effort and time creating a feature wall—a feature wall is going to be the part of the room you notice most! This will also utilise the natural line of sight in the room and work to enhance it.

Whilst it is quite normal to have sofa or bed against a feature wall, you don't want to have much more than that in front of it. If you add too many furnishings (mirrors, bookshelves, etc), it will hide the feature wall. As such, very little will be added to the room.

If you're struggling to find an appropriate wall for your feature wall, why not consider the ceiling? Admittedly, this style isn't for everyone. However wallpapering or painting the ceiling a different colour can add a huge amount of style and coolness to a room. If you do so: there are a few general rules. If you paint the ceiling a lighter colour, it will appear larger. If you paint it a darker colour, it will appear more cosy.

To have a truly successful feature wall, there are a few other things  you need to consider. Check out our favourite tips and tricks to ensure that you are happy with the end result.

First of all, the colour of a feature wall is important. Your home is unique and should be a reflection of your personal style and lifestyle. As such, don't rush when trying to find the perfect colour for the feature wall. It is also important to remember that you can use colour to make a room seem larger, smaller, cosier, brighter, etc. For instance, if you want your wall to appear longer, painting it a cool colour such as green or blue will provide the illusion of a longer wall. If, however, you are going for a cosy look, consider pairing dark colours for your walls. And finally, don't be afraid to go bold! Bold colours make for a very interesting and fun decor. The best feature walls are the ones that stand out significantly against the others, so don’t hesitate to create the feature wall of your dreams by experimenting with unique and bold choices.

Whilst the large pieces of decor and furniture are important to consider, you should also remember that it is the small decorative items, such as artwork, frames, pictures, etc., that can really bring a room together. As such, before you paint your feature wall, you should always think about what you plan to put on that wall. If you have a piece of artwork that you want to display that has very bold colours, make sure that one of those colours matches the colour of the feature wall.

Finally, it is of the utmost importance that you pick a painter that you trust. Whilst you can easily paint the wall yourself, if you are on a budget, we recommend that you pay for an experienced professional to do it for you. This is because the feature wall is going to be the part of the room that all eyes are drawn to. As such, you need it to be absolutely perfect! A professional painter will be able to give you the feature wall of your dreams. To ensure that you hire a professional who will do a good job, be sure to read reviews of their services online. Also, be certain that they are fully qualified for the job and that you feel comfortable with them in your home.

Decorating your space is a very exciting time. It's an opportunity to let your creative flare go whilst creating a space that is perfect for you in every way, shape and form. We hope that this article has inspired you to create the feature wall of your dreams! If our grey and white mural wallpaper has caught your eye and you would like to see more of this style wallpaper, visit our Grey Wall Murals collection.