Use the architectural features such as molding, mantels, built in book cases, arched doorways, wainscot, windows, and doors to add more interesting and appealing look to painted walls.

E.g. we suggest to have a subtle weight by painting these parts one notch lighter or darker than your primary wall. Doing this, helps to bring the focus to the details such as the architecture of your home.

If you are not afraid of making a statement with your room, try using two different colors on your architecture and walls. The features will stand out more and become noticalbe. This can work well if you have distinct architectural features that you want to bring forward.

Remember that it is common nowadays to have the same color on elements like skirtings and architraves throughout your house. It helps to bring your home together and integrates the rooms with hallways. Common colors today is white and off-white color ranges.

Some older style houses in Brisbane have a wainscot built in to the walls. These wainscot is a great opportunity to incorporate a feature to your room. Again set the color tone different from your walls for best effect. Replicate the feeling of wainscot panels by painting the upper part in one color and lower part in another. In between, place a molding or wallpaper strip to bind the two colors together