How to Paint a Fabulous Ombre Wall Fast and Easy
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Step-by-Step How to Paint an Ombre Wall
You know how much we believe in the power of paint. Here is another great example.
This project was so fun. To be completely honest, it was a little scary, but with our help you won’t be scared at all.
Want to know the main emotion you’ll feel? You will feel empowered. You will feel artistic. This project is not a lot of work for a lot of reward, trust us.
Step 1: Select Your Ombre Wall Colors
We recommend choosing several shades of paint in the same color family in varying degrees of darkness or intensity from dark to light.
We suggest using three to five colors, but the number of colors you choose is also up to your discretion. I chose four shades. You can choose three colors if you want or five colors depending on the height of your wall or the look you are going for.
Need help choosing colors? We love this paint selection resource from Home Depot, where you can easily see the colors all in a row, by color family, from your computer before you go to the store.
Another easy tip for selecting your ombre colors, try picking colors directly from the 3-5 colors on the paint chips themselves.
Step 2: Gather Your Ombre Wall Supplies
All you need is….
Step 3: Consider Your Baseboards
I normally tape off baseboards and keep them white. However, for this look I wanted the baseboard to blend into the look of the wall, so I painted it the bottom or base color. I love the way it turned out. This is something you may want to consider.
Having trouble deciding? Tape it off and wait until after you paint the wall. You can decide later if you want to paint it or not.
Step 4: Prep
Step 5: Plan Your Sections
Your goal: To paint four sections of your wall with four different colors starting with the darkest at the bottom and gradually getting lighter towards the top.
Step 6: Paint Your First Two Solid Sections with Rollers
Step 7: Blend Your First Two Colors Together
Step 8: Repeat Steps 6 & 7 Until All Colors Are Completed
Watch this video of painting an ombre wall.
Tips for Blending Your Ombre Wall
Step 9: Paint the Edges of your Ombre Wall
Commonly Asked Questions
1. How long does it take to paint an ombre wall compared to regular painting?
I would say it probably takes about twice as long. Most of the increased time is spent in rinsing and switching brushes.
2. What if I don’t like how it looks in a section?
Once you finish if you decide you don’t like any section it’s easy to just paint over. Layering paint is one of the easiest solutions. Think of this as an art canvas.
3. How much paint do I need?
It depends on the size of your wall. For most walls, a pint of paint per color should probably be enough.
4. How many colors should I use for an ombre wall?
This is totally up to you. You can use any number of colors, from 2 – 5. It depends on the look you’re wanting and the size of the wall.
5. Should I start at the top or the bottom to paint an ombre wall?
I started at the bottom. I think it is easier to start on the ground than up on a ladder when first starting the technique.
6. Does this work with any type of paint? Is there a type of paint I should avoid for this project?
I think any paint that you would normally use to paint a wall should work for this type of project. You can use any sheen of paint as well and it should work. Think of this project as more of an art wall. There really aren’t rules. It is more of a free-form project. This is why it is so empowering and fun.
It’s Time to Start Painting
Now that you’ve got the how-to steps and all our tips, you are well-armed to tackle your ombre wall project.
This project allows your inner artist to express herself. Don’t be intimidated by this project. And don’t overthink it. My best advice is just to jump right in. It’s easier to do than you think and doesn’t take much planning or skill.
Remember, it’s just paint. If you don’t like it, you can always paint over it. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised and delighted by the results. You don’t have to be an artist to feel like one.
And when you’re done with this DIY painting project check out some of our other budget-friendly DIY projects!
Ready to continue with other painting projects? We’ve done it all, from chalk painting 101, to stencils to advanced chalk painting, to kitchen cabinet painting, door painting, and pro tips.
Is it that obvious that we’re obsessed with paint? Okay we’ll admit it. But that’s because it puts the power of easy, affordable home transformation in your hands. No wonder we’re obsessed.
Happy Painting!
jodie & julie
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