Do I need a feature wall?
I have just redecorate my bedroom after having the flat soundproofed.
I happy with the walls that I painted but at the top of the bed I beginning to wonder should this wall be a feature wall? I am so unsure of what to do, I need some help plus I need help in what type of wallpaper I should pick.
I have painted the walls in Dulux Jasmine White. The theme of the bedroom I s to keep it looking Romantic in whites, creams and hints of light beige.
Thanks in advance
Susan
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Comments (2)Hi Daman, Check out our blog on feature bathroom walls, for lots of inspiring ideas. http://www.islandbathrooms.co.uk/blog/-beautiful-bathroom-wallpaper...See MoreNewbie- need help with lounge feature wall pls!
Comments (3)Re the paint colour I wouldn't recommend white it will be very stark, you need something warmer with possibly a taupe or heather tone, this will work well with your scheme. Re the spot lights, you can go for energy efficient LED's, they come in white or warm white. The warm white give off a warmer light, similar to what we are used to from our traditional light bulbs. The warm whites vary hugely from brand to brand, so view them before buying them. I would recommend a dimmer switch so you can control the amount of light. Not all fittings are suitable for dimming. Re the mirror I wouldn't put gold as you have a chrome fire surround. But burnished metals are perfect. Good luck....See MoreWhich wall should I do as the feature wall?
Comments (2)Or don't use wallpaper at all, and restore the fireplace, not sure if that was intended, as that will be a lovely feature in the room itself. One other way is to put wallpaper on the wall opposite the fireplace, which you can see from the open arched entrance, just make sure that whichever wallpaper you use flows also with the room leading into the current room from the arched open entrance, as it will be visible from there. Personally I do not like wallpapers used just on the chimney or on the chimney wall especially when there is a beautiful fireplace there which should be the most important feature in itself, but that is my personal preference......See MoreHow do i make this warmer and add feature?
Comments (21)A feature wall behind the bed would look great. Wallpaper, wall mural, paint, paneling, loads of options with choices of colour pattern and texture. I’d go for a subtle wallpaper with a metallic hint to reflect the light, perhaps a faux Venetian plaster finish with peeps of metallic silver or gold or maybe a marble effect. Nice big light fitting whichever suits your taste and a simple roman blind at the window. Sit the Roman blind higher above the window so when pulled up the folds don’t interfere with the daylight. @Pam Dee . Hi, if you’re using the app go to article or photo and click on square box with arrow (top right), should be an option to copy link. Here’s the bedroom you mentioned. https://www.houzz.co.uk/magazine/room-tour-a-dull-beige-bedroom-is-totally-transformed-stsetivw-vs~94279699...See MoreSusan
8 years agoMinnie101 Than you for the suggestion most helpful. I loved the cherry blossom wall paper but discovered it was bespoke.
I will check out wallpaper direct, as I am not that creative and too much of a perfectionist to attempt the stencil myself.
Unfortunately due to the layout of the room and sockets this is the only suitable location for the bed (see additional photos). I will be replacing the wardrobes with white ones along with the curtains (I just find it hard put things together, so it takes me a while).
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8 years agolast modified: 8 years agoHello sehinds,
As per Minnie's suggestion of cherry blossom.. It might be worth a research into a cherry blossom wall light.. I think Habitat used to do one.. Also places like Tse Tse.. They can be lovely in the evenings and make the bedroom rather cosy... Having something lovely on the walls during the day could also be rather nice.. The other thing you can do is take a photograph and have it made as either wall covering or paper or cut into 3 panels which is quite oriental.. This way you can hang them where you like above the bed or opposite.. Look for interesting soft furnishings like the cushions in my mood board, they are an oversized section of a cherry blossom branch on silk...... : ))
minnie101
8 years agoHi. That's a shame re the layout but it will still look lovely. I did think it would be bespoke hence the stencil suggestion (they are easy I promise as I've managed it!) Laura Ashley also do their oriental garden wallpaper in a soft gold which you may like as it's very subtle. Or bouf.com do a decal you may like in white and grey if you were again to paint the ŵall in a soft beige. They are also easy to apply! I'd also do a search in ŵall murals, a few places do van gogh's almond blossom but it's with the turquoise background, could look stunning though! When you choose your curtains perhaps hang the pole higher and it will give some height to the room. Good luck!
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Sarah Blanche
8 years agoHi there!
You could try a gold wall paper and some good accessories to lift the place up.
For example, some bedding , cushions, a mirror curtains, table lamps and maybe a new light shade in a chandelier style? See pic
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8 years agoIf you're not sure on a feature wall, that could mean that you shouldn't go for it. It's to make a statement and if you're not sure what you want that to be then perhaps it's not the best decision for you. Have you thought about making a statement with the furniture and accessories instead of on the walls. Choose fun trinkets around the room, an interesting lamp or lampshade and make a statement with patterned bed linen. That way you can change things around easier if you ever feel the mood, without the excessive DIY.
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8 years agoDear Susan,
Considering the layout of your bedroom I would probably keep all walls the same color. You might consider adding interest with scatter cushions or more colorful bedding.
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Another solution would be to display some art works above the bed in a creative way.
Hope it helps.Victoria
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3 years agohow about some simple classy paneling? and paint that wall a colour
or a bright mural would go really well with the current bed dressings
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3 years agoIs there anything in particular your are after? We have an online shop with products we can offer per sqm (www.designerwallsoutlet.co.uk) and a main website for bespoke designs (www.designer-walls.co.uk). I've attached a random mix below just for some ideas!
Orac 3D panels, come in white to be spray painted
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