How do I choose focal walls to paint in a very plain home?

Lovejoy444 — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 13:13:12 GMT

I love the focal wall idea, but there are no architecturally distinctive "focal walls" in my home. No fireplaces, no niches, no archways, no interesting floor plan; just one-dimensional walls and normal squared off doorways in a basic, no-frills, "cookie cutter" rancher? Will the focal wall idea still work? How do I choose which walls to paint in such plain rooms? Thanks!

RE: How do I choose focal walls to paint in a very plain home?

sandi — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:02:39 GMT

I remember my dad always having a focal wall even 50 years ago! In a bedroom it is usually the wall your heardboard is on. You can even incorporate your head board into the focal wall. In a living/family room the wall across from your couch is usually the best wall or the one the couch backs up to. If the room is longer you may want to do an end wall. Just remember that a focal wall does not have to jump right out at you. It should draw you into the room! If you have a fireplace that is always the focal wall but in a square room you get to create it.

RE: How do I choose focal walls to paint in a very plain home?

rina — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 20:48:27 GMT

There is a useful book for you Decorative Paint Techniques and Ideas (Better Homes & Gardens Decorating). This book gives readers everything they need to add personalized color and texture to any wall.