American Farmhouse Style – August 2019

5 ACCENT WALL IDEAS

FOR TIGHT SPACES

1. WALLPAPER. With peel-and-stick and two-step paste options,
   hanging wallpaper is easier than ever. Pick a pattern with texture
   or a large pattern that will complement the space, or go for
   something subtle and smooth. Either way, you’re getting interest
   from flat paper that won’t interfere as you move around.


2. WOOD PANELS. When you have a tight space, every square
   inch counts, so rather than installing a wood wall that will stick
   out an inch or two, opt for thin peel-and-stick wood panels that
   will add texture without the depth. The finish options are endless.


3. BRICK PANELS. The same wood panel idea can be applied to
   brick, too. Most walls can’t handle the weight of a full brick, but
   companies like Cherokee Brick offer panels called brick veneer
   that are thin, yet appear full-sized.
   4. STENCILS. If wallpaper isn’t your thing, grab some paint,
   a brush and the stencil of your choice and create your own
   pattern. You can stencil script across the wall or pick a pattern
   that will mimic wallpaper. Plus, you have more control over the
   color since you’ll choose the paint.
   5. PAINT. Not into patterns? A pop of color can do wonders in a
   small room, and painting one wall a soothing color like blue or
   light pink can completely change the vibe of the space.

(opposite, far left) No mudroom is

complete without a space to hang

jackets and bags. “Mudrooms are

super practical for regions where

you get all four seasons—especially

during the winter and spring, it’s

helpful to have a space to hang coats

and drop muddy shoes,” says Victoria.

This sign from Rooted and Grounded

Signs adds a homey touch.

(left) An accent wall is an effective

way to bring texture and interest

to smaller spaces. “The accent wall

offsets the bright white of the

vertical shiplap in the mudroom,”

says Victoria. “It gives a lot of texture

to the small space, which works well

with the texture of the Cherokee

Brick flooring.” The faucet and

fittings from Signature Hardware

work perfectly in the space alongside

charming accessories like the hand

towel and clawfoot tub soap dish by

Marmalade Mercantile.

Having a hard time choosing

fixtures and fittings?

Signature Hardware can

help, so check out our

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