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Temporary accent walls are easy DIY for homeowners!

Accent walls are a classic way to add a burst of color or texture to a room. For an indecisive homeowner though, committing to an accent wall can be intimidating. There are other reasons you may want to try a temporary solution instead of a permanent one as well. You may be in an apartment or renting a home and may not be allowed to paint, or perhaps you’re staging a home to sell. No matter what the reason, there are plenty of creative alternatives to try, and most of them are easy DIY projects! Here are four temporary accent walls to try.

4 Temporary Accent Walls for the Indecisive Homeowner

Peel and Stick Accent Wall
As we looked at in this post, peel and stick wallpaper is a budget-friendly, novice-friendly DIY project that can work in any number of spaces. Peel and stick wallpaper comes in all sorts of colors and designs, and not only works on walls, but can also work on various types of furniture. If you’re looking for a simple two-person weekend project, peel and stick wallpaper may be the way to go for a temporary accent wall. If you want to try something with more texture, there is also the option of peel and stick wall tiles. These backsplash tiles can be applied just like peel and stick wallpaper, and look great in a kitchen, bathroom, or fireplace! There are also decorative wood panels, which function similarly to peel and stick wallpaper, and adds texture to a room without any of the hassle!
Wall Decals and Tapestries
Especially if you already have a wall that is a single color, adding a wall decal can give the impression of a designed piece of wallpaper. Wall decals, which are available for all types of budgets, can range from your child’s favorite cartoon character hanging above their bed, to elegant nature or artistic designs that add flair to a living room wall. When well placed, a wall decal can draw attention to a piece of furniture or accentuate a theme in a room. As always, pay attention to the manufacturer’s instructions to make sure you can remove the decal without leaving any marks on the wall. If you’re looking for something just as effortless, a wall tapestry is another way to go. Tapestries can be hung up with something as simple as tacks, and come in a number of sizes to fit any space.
How To Use Washi Tape on Walls
The washi tape you stocked up on for scrapbooking or that New Year’s resolution bullet journal can work on walls! Here are some ideas on ways to use washi tape to create a temporary accent wall. Washi tape can be placed to create geometrical designs, or more freely applied to create irregular patterns or bold blocks of color. All you need is tape and your imagination! Washi tape has a clean removal and can be moved around as much as your heart desires.
Can I Put Fabric on Walls?
Yes! Curtains, fabric- they’re not just for windows! If you want a temporary accent wall, consider hanging curtains against a blank wall. This simple setup allows you to change out the curtains as much as you want as well. Or, you can use fabric in exchange for wallpaper, a perfect way to make use of old fabric scraps you may have lying around. This tutorial shows you how to apply fabric to walls with just fabric starch to create a stunning temporary accent wall.