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Roll Accent Wall (Large Roller)

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How to paint a colored accent wall. Home Improvement painting tips.

What happens here

For rolling the main areas of the accent wall, especially with dark paint colors, utilize an 18-inch roller with an extension pole. The larger roller covers more surface area quickly, which is essential for dark colors to prevent visible overlap marks (also known as 'holidays' or 'flashing') that can occur when wet and drying paint meet. Work systematically across the wall, moving from top to bottom, then back up, ensuring continuous wet-edge application. This method helps maintain a uniform appearance and prevents uneven textures or color variations.

Goal: Apply accent paint to the main wall surface for even coverage and minimal overlap marks.

Tools and materials

  • Extension PoleExtending the reach of the paint roller
  • Paint RollerApplying paint to large wall areas quickly and evenly
  • Paint TrayHolding paint for the roller
  • Wall PaintThe dark accent color applied to the main wall