Accent Wall Panels: Best Ideas for Bedrooms, Living Rooms and TV Walls

Accent wall panels give one wall a texture or pattern that anchors the room. Instead of wallpaper, molding and paneling add real depth and shadow. Below are the most popular accent wall panel ideas, room by room, and how to install them without a saw. For a full overview of every type, see our wall panels guide.

Accent wall panel ideas

• Picture frame panels: classic and elegant.
• Board and batten: vertical rhythm, adds height.
• Shaker grid: clean squares for modern farmhouse style.
• Geometric chevron: bold modern pattern.
• Arched and oval panels: soft curves for bedrooms.

Accent wall panels by room

Bedroom

Panel the wall behind the bed; a headboard wall kit with three frames is a one-day project. The Herringbone Wall Molding Kit arrives cut to size and ready to stick on.

Living room and TV wall

Plan frames around the TV and soundbar so cables and outlets fall inside the gaps. A pre-cut option is the Flat Wall Paneling Kit, which installs with adhesive instead of nails.

Dining room

Half wall panels with a chair rail protect the wall and look classic. If you want trim that sticks on rather than nails on, see the Modern Wall Trim.

Office

A dark paneled wall behind the desk makes video calls look polished.

Best colors for accent wall panels

Paint the panels the same color as the wall. Dark green, navy, charcoal and black are the most dramatic; warm whites and greige feel calm.

How much do accent wall panels cost?

Pre-cut accent wall kits are priced per layout, with free shipping. For custom sizes use the Wall Designer for live pricing.

How to install accent wall panels

1. Choose the wall and measure.
2. Paint and let cure.
3. Mark level lines.
4. Fix the pre-cut panels (self-adhesive or glue-on).
5. Caulk and paint.

Shop the look

• TV Media Wall Panels: planned around a TV.
• Board and Batten Grid Kit: board and batten grid.
• Geometric Wall Panels: modern chevron panels.

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Frequently asked questions

Which wall should be the accent wall?

The wall your eye hits first when entering, usually behind the bed, sofa or TV.

Are accent wall panels hard to install?

Not with pre-cut kits: no cutting, just level lines, adhesive, caulk and paint.

Can accent wall panels be removed?

Self-adhesive polystyrene panels can usually be removed with heat and floss.

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