When your space needs a bit of freshening up, you might want to consider trying out one of the
trending accent wall concepts for 2025
—or you might consider how an accent ceiling could enhance your space. For this, you can utilize paint (or alternative materials such as wallpaper or wood) to give your ceiling a distinct hue compared to the walls of the room. This approach adds visual interest and character.
a surprising method for bringing vibrancy to an all-white space
, and adds visual appeal and dimension to a room, giving the whole area more personality.
However, numerous individuals often neglect one crucial step when designing an accent ceiling: painting the ceiling without incorporating crown molding or trim onto the upper portion of the walls and continuing the paint down to the trim. By including this additional element, you achieve a smoother flow from the wall to the ceiling, guiding the viewer’s gaze upward towards the focal point—the accent—thus enhancing the room with greater dimension and appeal.
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Adding a Trim and Color Extension to an Accent Ceiling
Creating an accent ceiling with extended colors or patterns doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by selecting a molding of your choice and installing it around the perimeter of your room. For those looking for a simple do-it-yourself task, certain stores provide peel-and-stick trim options, making installation straightforward and hassle-free.
no-tools-needed crown molding
A decorator mentioned installing the molding approximately 8 inches beneath the ceiling, but you could experiment with various spacings to determine what suits your space most effectively. Typically, richer hues and broader trim look better in rooms with tall ceilings, while less prominent trim paired with softer tones tends to complement lower ceilings more appropriately. By doing this, you avoid giving an illusion of even shorter walls and maintain a sense of spaciousness within the area.
After finalizing the position of the moldings, proceed to paint your ceiling and let the hue flow seamlessly onto the trim (make certain to apply masking tape beneath the molding to safeguard the wall’s original shade). Should your space already feature trims separating the walls from the ceiling, experiment with various methods to integrate them effectively. Consider extending the selected accent ceiling color onto the trim or keep the trim white to distinguish the ceiling from the wall hues distinctly. Alternatively, opt for a third color that harmonizes well with the first two choices. This combination will introduce additional depth and vibrant accents, enhancing the ambiance of the room subtly rather than dramatically altering it.
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