A wooden accent wall adds warmth and character to any home, whether indoors or outdoors. However, completing such a project requires careful consideration of the exact location of the wall, the choice of wood, the angle of the boards, and the overall look you want to achieve.
Here are some useful design tips to help you get started.
Interior Wall Decoration: Dos and Don’ts
When it comes to wood accent walls, simplicity is best. Choose a single wall in a spacious and open room, such as a bedroom or living room. Pick a surface where natural light from the windows is abundant. For more impact, the wall should be easily visible when you enter the room.
In a small room, accent walls can make the space feel even tighter. Use wood boards sparingly in high-traffic areas, like your kitchen. For example, finish only one side of an island or use wood boards as a backsplash; composite wood is water-resistant and easy to clean.
About Wall Surface
Consider whether you will install your boards horizontally, vertically, or mix both arrangements to create a pattern. If you are installing small “tiles” of siding or large vertical panels of wall cladding, start by adding horizontal fastening points.
Prepare, Cut, and Install the Panels
Composite wood requires no preparation: your panels are ready to install right away. Begin by installing your panels at the bottom of the wall, then work your way up or from left to right.
Make Sustainable Choices
Are you looking for an eco-friendly solution? Composite wood is an ideal choice as it combines recycled plastic and recycled wood fibers. You can even reproduce a rustic or farmhouse style. Stay tuned for our new wood products…
Reclaimed wood is another sustainable option. However, you should consider certain factors when choosing to reuse old materials.
- Reclaimed wood boards should be thoroughly cleaned to avoid mold and termites.
- Be patient with warped and uneven boards, as they can be more challenging to install.
- Colors may vary, so purchase more wood than needed to avoid mismatching errors.
- For safety reasons, remove any nails, metal fasteners, or staples from the boards when using a power saw.
Ideas for Composite Wood Facade Walls:
To install the products according to their requirements, please read the technical datasheets.
- Create a geometric accent wall by installing your boards at different angles.
- Use wood panels around the fireplace to create a focal point in the living room. Yes, you can use composite panels, provided your installation meets the product’s safety guidelines.
- Create a textured accent wall with alternating indentations. NewTechWood’s grooved wall panels allow you to effortlessly create stylish accent walls.
How to Create Accents on Exterior Walls?
The composite wood siding is naturally suited to a modern style. It can be warmed up by mixing the composite with classic materials like stone or brick. The result is both timeless and modern, chic yet warm and inviting.
The combination of several tones of siding is also very popular. Use lighter and darker shades of composite wood or create a color contrast with other materials. These mixes can create highlights while adding variety to your wall designs.
Vertically, Horizontally, or Combining Both
Vertical composite siding creates the illusion of height and has a rather contemporary look. Horizontal siding may be considered outdated by some. Nevertheless, it still has an attractive simplicity. With careful planning, you can combine both to highlight different parts of a home.
Read on to discover more ideas for exterior wall cladding.
Composite wood is an elegant, eco-friendly material that is ready to be installed straight out of the box. It is also perfect for creating modern wood accent walls, indoors or outdoors. NewTechWood’s Ultrashield technology protects the composite from insects and mold, and since the products are designed to withstand the elements, they can be used in very humid environments, such as a bathroom or an indoor pool.
For assistance or materials to create an accent wall, find out which contractor to work with or your composite wood retailer.
