Modern Farmhouse Bedroom Accent Wall | Master Bedroom Makeover
Having a cozy and inviting space to end each day is a must. Just knowing that you have a peaceful place to retreat to after a long (and potentially stressful) day can make a world of a difference. Achieving that feeling has been a long time coming for me, but now, I can honestly say I actually enjoy stepping into my master bedroom.
Whether you’re remodeling your own space or you’re simply looking for an easy yet impactful DIY project, you’re in the right place. Keep reading to see my full master bedroom makeover, which includes a modern farmhouse accent wall DIY — one of my favorite projects to date!
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Master Bedroom | Before
I think we can all agree on one thing: Everyone loves a good before and after. Below, I’m sharing a photo of our master bedroom as it was when we moved in.
The space has vaulted ceilings, large windows overlooking a wooded creek, and plenty of bonus square footage. However, all of those positives were detracted by a bland wall color and an awkwardly laid out room.
There are many odd angles to this room and three doorways to work around. Since that made it difficult to freshen the space with decor, I decided to update this room with a modern farmhouse accent wall and a fresh coat of paint!
In this space I’ve used Magnolia Home paint which is such an amazing product to work with for us DIYers.
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Modern Farmhouse Bedroom Accent Wall | The Process
My main goal in this space was to create a focal point behind the bed with this modern farmhouse bedroom accent wall. Using thin slats of wood to create a board and batten look is an extremely easy way to modernize a room within minutes.
The first step was to choose my accent wall paint color.
Typically, I would lean towards a neutral gray, as you can see with two of my samples. However, this time around I wanted to go bold!
I tested out a beautiful forest green color by Magnolia Home called Regal Leaf.
It changes beautifully with the light and goes from a deep forest green to a more modern green in the afternoon.
Now for the modern farmhouse accent wall!
Rather than providing a full tutorial on my process, I will send you to this tutorial where I installed board and batten in my entryway.
The main differences in my process verses this project are:
- I used smaller boards as shown below
- The spacing is different based on the wall size
As you can see, I didn’t go-it-alone on this project. Aren’t dads great? I’m grateful he and my mom both have mad DIY skills and were willing to help get this project completed before we fully moved in!
I will say, the most tedious portion of this project was trimming out those slats of wood!
Luckily, it was a small wall and the process was made easy by Magnolia Home’s paint! It has such great coverage that I had no problems covering the wood grain in the slats or the previous wall color.
Which wall should be the accent wall?
One of the top questions when creating an accent wall is which wall should be the accent wall? Traditionally, in a bedroom it would be the wall where the head of your bed is placed. This creates an obvious focal point and makes it easy to dress up the space with new bedding or artwork.
Alternatively, if you have the room, you can add a bedroom accent wall behind a seating area. This can create a cozy space to relax and enjoy your room while you aren’t asleep.
A good rule of thumb? Whatever space you want to be the focal point is where you should add your bedroom accent wall.
Dark Green Accent Wall
This farmhouse master bedroom accent wall is one of my most asked about projects on Instagram. Having a green accent wall when the all white and grey trend was in play really made my bedroom stand out. Years later, I still love this green accent wall, and the color continues to be one of my favorites.
Modern Farmhouse Bedroom Accent Wall | Reveal!
Ta-da!! Here she is in all her modern farmhouse glory. Since I went with such a bold accent wall color I used Magnolia Home paint in the color Shiplap for the remainder of the room.
The weathered white is the perfect balance to a bold accent wall.
You will also be seeing a lot more of it in my home because I’ll be using it in the majority of the main living area! It’s such a calming and classic white color and I can’t wait for you to see how much it brightens a space.
Decorating the rest of this room has been an ongoing project (a fun one!) One of the first additions I made was throwing some pretty accent pillows on the bed to make things feel more finished. You can find a similar option to these beautiful light pink pillows here. I also love the linen texture of this duvet — I think it perfectly complements the modern farmhouse theme I’m going for.
Now I’m ready to simply enjoy this oasis we’ve created. Who knew that a few slats of wood, some fresh paint, and a little hard work could so easily transform a room?!
If you’re looking for some modern farmhouse colors that are fresh yet neutral, I highly recommend Magnolia Home’s Shiplap (weathered white) and Regal Leaf (green) as shown above!
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Master Bedroom Decor | Shop
Need some more modern farmhouse bedroom decor ideas? Here are some recent finds that caught my eye…
You can find the full bedroom reveal with all the finishing touches here!
UPDATE: Want to see how our primary bedroom looks with a little refresh?
If you’re looking for more master bedroom inspiration, see how I’ve decorated it through the seasons!
- 3 Tips for Styling Modern Farmhouse Bedding
- Pop of Color for Spring Bedroom Decor
- Using Fall Bedding in a Neutral Autumn Bedroom
- How to Design Christmas Bedroom Decor in 3 Steps
Are you ready to create a modern farmhouse accent wall in your own home? If you’re planning any updates, I’d love to hear about them! Leave me a comment below.
Thank you for this amazing article! It was very informative and well-written. I truly appreciate the effort and detail put into it. Great job
The color choice and texture really bring the farmhouse aesthetic to life. Itโs inspiring to see how a simple change can make such a huge impact in the overall feel of the master bedroom.
I absolutely love the transformation of the accent wall! The color choice and texture really bring the farmhouse aesthetic to life. Itโs inspiring to see how a simple change can make such a huge impact in the overall feel of the master bedroom. Can’t wait to try some of these ideas in my own space!
How far apart did you space these pieces?
What sheen did you use for both? Eggshell or satin?
I typically use eggshell on walls but satin is a great finish as well.
So the wall itself is painted and then batten is over the top or in between the batten is wood as well?
I simply painted the wall since we have smooth walls. However, traditional board and batten would have a wood board under the battens. It’s unnecessary if you have smooth drywall walls that you are going to paint unless you really want that perfect smoothness of wood.
Oh my gosh! What a stunningly beautiful transformation. So much inspiration x
Looks great! How far apart are the vertical 1x2s?
Mine are about 16″ apart, however, we just spaced them so that they fit evenly on my wall. So you will want to measure your space and then space them out accordingly. ๐
Thank you!
Were you able to go directly on the studs? My project I wonโt be on the studs so Iโm wondering if I will be able to just nail into the drywall, or if I should use glue?
We didn’t worry about anchoring to the studs because I chose not to hang anything heavy on the added wood. If you need the extra stability, a construction adhesive is a good option!
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This wall has inspired me! Looking to create this in our nursery. Question… are your walls textured? Mine are slightly textured and I dont know how it would look with smooth wood molding and textured walls.
Thank you so much! Our walls are smooth. The texture may cause a problem because the wood won’t lay flush against the back. You could potentially remove the texture but that is a fairly involved project!
I’m always so scared of color but this is going to make me take the leap into doing an accent wall. The white bedding against that color looks so dreamy! I just bought a set of bamboo sheets from cariloha.com so it would be perfect timing to do some painting before they come in. Thanks so much for this really neat idea ๐
Oh I’m so glad it was helpful for you! Don’t be afraid of color! Little pops go a long way.
That turned out so beautiful. I can’t wait to see what you do with the rest of the house. And props to you for starting with your bedroom-that often seems like the last thing people get around to, even though it has the potential to be an oasis, like you said.
Thank you! Yes, we are enjoying have a finished space to relax in during the rest of the chaos!
I love this so much!!! The color and that board and batten wall are perfection!
Thank you so much Deb! I’m still loving how it perks up the room!
Sarah, this has turned out beautifully! You are making me itch to switch my bedroom wall ??
Thank you Areeba! It was an easy project so you shouldn’t shy away! Haha!
Love the transformation of the dining room. Your bedroom is so cozy. Love the green wall.
Love it! Iโm about to attempt a small wall of board and batten by our door, hopefully it turns out looking as nice as yours does!
I’m sure it will Kelly!! It’s a super easy project to tackle.