One wall, a whole new room
An accent wall is one of the simplest ways to change how a room feels without a full remodel. A bedroom wall behind the headboard, the wall around a fireplace, a dining room or an entry hall can go from plain drywall to a focal point in a few days. Dark paint on board-and-batten, like the bedroom in the photo, adds depth and texture, while lighter shiplap or vertical paneling keeps a room bright and open.
We build board-and-batten grids, picture-frame molding panels, horizontal and vertical shiplap, wainscoting and other trim-based designs. Before any material goes up, we lay out the spacing on the wall so the panels are balanced around windows, outlets, switches and corners. That planning is what makes an accent wall look intentional instead of crowded or off-center. We also think about the room as a whole, including ceiling height, furniture placement and where the light falls, so the pattern feels right from the doorway.
Built clean so the paint looks right
Paneled walls show every flaw once they are painted, especially in darker colors and with light coming in from a window. We start by finding studs and checking the wall for flatness, then cut and fasten each piece so the lines stay straight and the spacing stays consistent from top to bottom. Joints are tight, nail holes filled, and edges caulked so the finished surface reads as one smooth design.
Accent walls work well in barndominiums, older homes and manufactured homes alike, and they can help hide drywall that is not in perfect shape. If you already have a picture saved from somewhere, bring it. We will tell you honestly how it will translate to your wall, suggest adjustments if the room size calls for them, and give you a free quote with no pressure.
What's included
- Design help and layout planning on your wall
- Board-and-batten and picture-frame panel designs
- Shiplap, vertical paneling and wainscoting
- Working around outlets, switches and windows
- Filling, caulking and sanding for a smooth finish
- Painting in your chosen color when requested