Accent walls are a classic way to add a burst of color or texture to a room. For an indecisive homeowner though, committing to an accent wall can be intimidating. There are other reasons you may want to try a temporary solution instead of a permanent one as well. You may be in an apartment or renting a home and may not be allowed to paint, or perhaps you’re staging a home to sell. No matter what the reason, there are plenty of creative alternatives to try, and most of them are easy DIY projects! Here are four temporary accent walls to try.

As we looked at in 4 Steps For Preparing to Whitewash Anything, whitewashing is a simple, relatively inexpensive, and chic way to update your home. Whitewash paint creates a protective covering on materials than can make them last longer. You can whitewash brick and wood, meaning fireplaces, furniture, and accent walls are ideal candidates for this easy DIY project. Once you have decided what to decorate and have all the materials for it, here is how to whitewash.

Whitewashing is a tried-and-true method that can give a piece of furniture, a fireplace, a wall, or even an entire home exterior a major makeover. Even more impressively, when used on brick, whitewash provides a resilient and protective coating that can help preserve the brick. In many cases, whitewashing is a relatively inexpensive and easy way to remodel and spruce up features of a home. Whitewashing is a classy, elegant aesthetic that most homeowners (and potential buyers) love. Here is how to whitewash your home.