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Accent Walls: guides & ideas.

Planning advice, materials and project possibilities for accent walls.

Picture lighting and a concealed LED edge illuminate a burgundy plaster wall

Accent Walls

Accent wall lighting: grazing light, LED channels, sconces and dimmers

Accent wall lighting: where to place grazing light, LED channels and sconces, how to pick dimmers and color temperature, and when to call an electrician.

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A home office with a smoked oak slat wall, integrated lighting and layout samples

Accent Walls

How to plan a wood slat accent wall: spacing, outlets, edges and acoustic panels

Plan a wood slat accent wall before install: slat spacing, where the layout starts, outlets and switches, edge details, and acoustic panels vs solid slats.

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Sage limewash and putty microcement sample panels compared in side light

Accent Walls

Limewash vs microcement: which finish is right for your accent wall?

Limewash vs microcement for an accent wall: compare the look, sheen, wall prep, durability, cleaning and repairs to choose the finish that suits your room.

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A bedroom with a midnight blue botanical mural and warm bedside lighting

Accent Walls

Accent wall ideas for Los Angeles homes: wood slats, limewash, wallpaper, color and light

Accent wall ideas for LA homes: wood slats, limewash, wallpaper, bold color, texture, microcement and lighting, with tips on choosing the wall and finish.

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