Modern Glam Accent for Any Wall

Upgrade your dining room with a beautiful accent wall that looks both stylish and luxurious! To create this look, use a mix of black and gold panels. Start with two black panels, then add one gold panel, and repeat this pattern across the wall. This combination not only catches the eye but also adds a touch of drama to the room. The deep black and shiny gold work together to create a striking focal point that will make your dining area feel special, whether you’re hosting a big dinner or enjoying a quiet meal. This accent wall is sure to impress your guests!

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Shop the room here: You can find materials and tools on my Lowe’s Storefront and the gold paint is from Home Depot. I’ve also provided separate links for your convenience below. (Please note that these are affiliate links, and I earn a small commission when you purchase them. Your support is greatly appreciated!)

Materials You’ll Need:

• Gold Paint
• Sherwin-Williams Tricorn Black Paint: I used eggshell sheen for a soft look. (Make sure to choose Tricorn Black and Eggshell if you want the same color for the wall color and then Satin for the lattice strips, the link won’t default to the color.)
• Wood filler: For filling holes and imperfections.
• Paintable caulk: To seal gaps and create a clean finish. (The painters tape needs to be 1.5″ thick to match the thickness of the wood).
• 1×2 board: For the Gold Strips
• Lattice strips: For the black strips.
• Brad nails: Various sizes for different parts of the build.
• Painters Tape
• Small paint brushes: for those little areas.

Tools You’ll Need:

• Miter saw: For precise cuts.
• Brad Nailer: Makes assembly faster.
• Level: Ensures everything is straight.
• Tape Measure: This one locks.
• Nail Punch
• Caulk Gun
• Safety Glasses

Wall Dimensions: (Each is 4.5” inches apart and the wall featured is 8 feet tall.)

Step 1: Plan

To achieve perfectly straight lines, start by taping off the areas where you want your design to be. Use a laser level or a traditional level to ensure your tape is applied accurately.

Next, carefully mark the area where the gold accents will go by placing painter’s tape along the baseboard or floor. For added precision, I pre-cut a 4.5″ piece of wood to guide the placement of the tape, ensuring a flawless finish.

Step 2: Paint the Wall

Carefully paint over the painter’s tape, ensuring it adheres well, especially if your walls have any bumps. I chose Sherwin-Williams Tricorn Black in an eggshell finish for a sleek look and painted the baseboards to match. Once the paint is dry, gently remove the tape for clean, crisp lines.

Step 3: Cut the Wood

Using a miter saw, measure and cut the wood to your desired dimensions for precise and clean edges.

Step 4: Paint the Wood Strips

Next, roll the paint on the strips to streamline your process for later. (As a helpful tip, I cut an extra piece as a guide for the 4.5″ wood to maintain even spacing between the strips.) For the lattice, I used Sherwin-Williams Tricorn Black in a satin finish to add some dimension. The gold accents are from PPG Metallic Tones.

Step 5: Nail the Wood to the Wall

Apply a piece of tape to the wood strip at the point where you plan to nail it to the wall. This will help with touch-ups later, preventing the need to repaint the entire strip. I used a nail gun, along with the pre-cut wood guide and a level, to ensure each piece was positioned correctly. For the 1×2 strips, I opted for 2″ brad nails, while for the lattice strips, I used 1.5″ brad nails.

Step 6: Caulk the Sides of the Wood

Using fast-drying caulk can significantly speed up your project. For the black strips, consider using black caulk to streamline your process and minimize touch-ups. I opted for white caulk, but the choice is yours based on your desired finish.

Step 7: Fill the Nail Holes

Whether or not you hit a stud will influence how much you need to drive the nails in. My nail gun typically does a great job of pushing the nails through the wood, so I usually only need to fill in the holes. However, when I do hit a stud, I use a nail punch to sink the nail slightly deeper before filling the hole.

Step 8: Touch up the Paint

Now it’s time to paint over the caulked edges and any filled holes.

You Did It!

Congratulations on transforming your bare wall into a modern accent masterpiece, you should be proud of yourself! Ready to dive into your next project? Let’s go!

You got this!

– Audra