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Ellen Finch

Two Tone Paint Ideas for Walls — 9 Ways to Use This Playful Approach to Color

Living room with black panelling against white wall, tan sofa and black coffee table.

We’re stepping outside our decorating comfort zone in 2024, and what better way to do that than with a two-tone wall? This painting trick has been around for some time – color blocking, anyone? – but it remains a great way to experiment with more dynamic palettes, and designers and paint experts alike are finding new and exciting ways to approach the look for a contemporary home.

As far as paint ideas go, the two-tone wall is also really versatile. ‘Two tone walls work great in traditional homes where a picture rail or dado rail is in place,’ says Flora Hogg, interior designer and color consultant at Craig & Rose. ‘They provide definition and highlighting architectural details.’ They’ll also add interest to a box-like new build and everything in between – so why not give it a try? We’ve rounded up our favorite examples to inspire you to get started.

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