21/10/2026
Thinking of a black accent wall? It’s all about the light ☀️
We love a bold statement wall, and paint colours don’t get more dramatic than black. These accent walls need plenty of natural light to avoid making the room feel smaller.
🪟 Pairing a black accent wall with north facing windows is the best case scenario - bringing in steady bright light all day to keep the colour looking rich, not heavy
🌅 West-facing windows in a room with a black accent wall = gorgeous glow in sunset lighting, but heavy in the mornings
💡East facing windows + black accent walls would look great in the morning but would need to add lighting in the afternoon.
☁️ South facing windows would be the trickiest to pull off, with cool and indirect lighting increasing the risk that the black colour looks flat and cold
Still not sure? Call us on 8276 4433 for our professional opinion on your painting and decorating project 📞