Before applying the tape, draw out the desired pattern on paper to have an idea of what design you like.

When you’ve settled on a design, start by creating a unique geometric pattern on the wall using painter’s tape. We recommend getting painter’s tape made for delicate surfaces. Make sure you get the kind that won't let paint bleed underneath. Smooth down the edges to get nice, clean lines.

Start by masking and covering anything you don’t want painted, including your floor, windows, and furniture. We recommend using canvas drop cloths to protect the floor and lightweight plastic sheeting and masking tape to protect other walls and the ceiling from overspray.

Now it’s time to spray! Prepare your Wagner FLEXiO paint sprayer and use the iSpray nozzle that’s great for big walls and broad surfaces. Adjust the nozzle for spray pattern, width, and material flow to suit the material you’re spraying. We recommend practicing on some cardboard or the included spray poster to get comfortable with the sprayer and adjust the settings to get the best possible finish.

With the FLEXiO, you want to make sure you're spraying paint 6-8” from the wall. Make full, even passes along the wall, overlapping each pass by 50% to ensure even coverage. Keep the spray gun pointed straight at the surface while spraying.

You may need to do a second coat, see your paint can/instructions for how long you need to wait between coats.

It's time to remove the tape. One thing you want to do is remove the tape while the paint is still wet. Otherwise you could get some really jagged edges when you're removing the tape. You just want to be careful not to bump the wall with the wet paint.

Our accent wall is done and it turned out great. Hopefully you'll be inspired to create your own accent wall. Be sure to watch our how-to video to see these tips and tricks in action!