Admire this stunning bath with a copper freestanding tub set against black board and batten wainscoting. The bathtub stands on wood-tile herringbone flooring next to a gray herringbone tile shower. Make the bathroom look ultra modern with a black grid glass shower enclosure.
18 Exquisite Herringbone Accent Wall Ideas for Any Room
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September 11, 2023
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A herringbone accent wall makes for a subtle yet stunning addition to any room. The herringbone pattern is named after the skeletal structure of a herring fish and is designed using planks that come together in a broken, asymmetrical zig-zag pattern. Herringbone is also very similar to chevron, where the ends of each board are fitted together to into a symmetrical inverted V pattern. These two patterns of wall paneling are commonly used in similar ways as an accent wall.
Herringbone accent walls are frequently used to make a bed, cooking area, or fireplace the focal point of a room. Instead of using herringbone paneling along an entire wall, herringbone tile can also be used to create a small accent wall along backsplashes and showers. Learn how you can incorporate this interesting pattern into your home with the following herringbone feature wall ideas.
02 of White and Gray Herringbone Shower Accent Wall
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Walk into this serene gray tile shower fitted with a frameless glass partition. The shower is finished with a white and gray tile herringbone accent wall. Feel like you are showering in a spa with a vintage chrome wall bar shower set.
03 of Kitchen Backsplash With White and Gray Herringbone Accent Wall
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Get cooking in this clean kitchen with white shaker cabinets topped by a white countertop. A stainless steel range hood is mounted to a white and gray tile herringbone accent wall. Make the herringbone pattern pop with an understated white staggered tile backsplash.
04 of Entryway With White Chevron Pattern Feature Wall
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Welcome to this entryway featuring black double doors with glass framed by black sidelights and a transom window. A wooden console table stands opposite a white chevron accent wall lit by a wood and black metal globe chandelier. Check your hair before leaving the house with a round woven frame mirror.
05 of White Wall With White Decorative Paneling
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Make the most of an empty corner with a woven chair and black footstool covered by white sheepskin throws. The chair is seated against a white accent wall with decorative molding. Transform the corner into a spot for reading with a wooden floor lamp and a round beige and gold end table.
06 of Double Office With White Chevron Wall Paneling
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This his-and-hers home office boasts a stained wood and black metal desk accompanied by blue and beige office chairs. The desk is arranged in front of a white window dressed in white blinds and gray curtains. Accent the room with subtle white chevron paneling on one wall.
07 of White and Tan Chevron Pattern Accent Wall
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This room for twin boys boasts black metal beds outfitted with white and gray bedding. The beds are set against a white and tan chevron pattern feature wall. Save space by placing a gray shared dresser between the beds as a nightstand.
08 of Bedroom With Gray Chevron Accent Wall
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Take a nap in this beige upholstered bed clad in beige and light blue bedding. The bed is flanked by white night tables lit by artsy gold pendant lights. Make the bed the focal point with a gray chevron feature wall behind the headboard.
09 of Cabin Bedroom With Wood Chevron Accent Wall
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This cabin boasts a brown upholstered bed with cream bedding seated against a stained wood chevron accent wall. The bed is paired with a wooden night table standing on the wood flooring. Brighten the room with a black lantern sconce mounted to the wall.
10 of Laundry Room With White and Black Chevron Wallpaper
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You’ll love doing chores in this laundry room with an accent wall covered with white and black chevron wallpaper. A white washer and dryer are tucked under black-painted wood cabinets. Maximize a small space with wood floating shelves mounted between the cabinets.
11 of Gray Geometric Nursery Accent Wall
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A white crib stands against a gray geometric accent wall in this nursery lit by a rattan pendant light. A light wood dresser with a white changing pad is positioned under a black circle mirror. Create a spot to nurse your baby with a white corner chair paired with a white ottoman.
12 of Nursery With White and Black Chevron Wallpaper Accent Wall
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Your baby will love this nursery featuring a stained wood changing table dresser. The dresser is placed under a gray frame mirror mounted to an accent wall with white and black chevron wallpaper. Keep your newborn entertained with a white play tent and a baby lamb rocker.
13 of Brick Backsplash With Herringbone Pattern Accent Wall
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Cook all your meals in this farmhouse kitchen fitted with beige shaker cabinets. The cabinets are paired with a brick backsplash accented by a matching brick herringbone accent wall. Give the kitchen warmth with a stained wood range hood and wood flooring.
14 of Boy’s Bedroom With White and Black Chevron Wall
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Celebrate simplicity with this boy’s bedroom featuring a black bed clad in dark blue, white, and gray bedding. The bed stands against a white and black chevron accent wall next to a wood and black metal bedside table. Emphasize high ceilings with an eye-catching black metal wire semi-flush mount light fixture.
15 of Dining Room With White Geometric Paneling
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A stained wood and black metal table is accompanied by black spindle chairs and brown leather accent chairs in this farmhouse dining room. The table is arranged in front of a white wall with white geometric wall paneling. Welcome the fall season with an earthy orange table runner styled with an autumn centerpiece.
16 of Wood Burning Stove With Beige Herringbone Accent Wall
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This cozy living room boasts a brown leather sofa seated in front of built-in light wood cabinets. The cabinets are fitted next to a black wood-burning stove set in front of a beige herringbone tile accent wall. Add warmth to the room with an orange vintage rug laid in front of the sofa.
17 of Attic Nook With White and Blue Chevron Wallpaper
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Read a book in this attic thanks to a white corner chair with light gray cushions. The chair is seated in front of white and blue chevron wallpaper next to a stained wood sideboard. Complement the blue accents with a blue door and white and blue vintage rug.
18 of Bedroom With Dark Green Geometric Wall Paneling
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This gorgeous master bedroom boasts a white, beige, and gray bed accented by a green knit throw. The bed sits against a dark green accent wall with decorative paneling. Prepare for the holiday season with an illuminated pencil Christmas tree perched in the corner.
