15+ Creative Two-Tone Wall Ideas That Make a Bold Statement
Because two colors are better than one.
Looking to make a bold statement in your space? You can't go wrong with two-tone walls. Rather than settling for one paint color, step outside of your comfort zone and choose two hues to boost your home's style factor. For inspiration, we've rounded up some of our favorite two-tone wall ideas below.
Nautical Blue
Classic white wainscoting and a vibrant blue wallcovering by Elitis breathe life into this Hamptons living room.
Fresh Mint
The walls in this spacious dining room are washed in a lively pairing of mint green and white. Gold borders finish the look.
Moroccan Style
Blue patterned tiles by Popham Design add interest to the white walls in this 1950s home in Morocco.
Contemporary Look
Walls in off-white and black lend a modern flair to this small bedroom design scheme.
Farmhouse Playroom
A timeless mix of beige and white enhance this modern, well-organized playroom from Sarah Joy.
Modern Luxury
In this traditional dining room, the walls are divided between charcoal gray and white for a fresh, modern twist.
Old-World Charm
In this London dining area, wainscoting—along with the walls and ceiling in an 18th-century painted wallpaper—plays up the design's historical charm.
Dose of Navy
Crisp white tempers the rich navy blue walls in this airy dining room.
To the Ceiling
Dark gray—taken right up to the ceiling—and wainscoting in Benjamin Moore's White Dove add drama to this Oakland home's foyer.
Classic Neutrals
Cream-colored paint and wainscoting make the walls in this home office even more of a focal point.
Neutrals for Balance
Neutral two-tone walls bring a sense of balance to this breakfast nook, featuring bold patterned flooring.
Pop of Pastel
Pastel blue moldings complement the door and white walls in this children's room.
Blue Meets White
A playful palette of blue and white unite in this children's bedroom that's outfitted with bunk beds.
Subdued Hues
Soft gray wood paneling pairs well with this reading nook's white walls and ceiling.
Dramatic Green
In this bathroom, a half wall of forest green wainscoting adds contrast to the crisp white.
Black and White
A foyer benefits from white walls and a ceiling that's enlivened with black paint.
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
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