A lick of paint and a splash of style and you’ve got yourself an easy and affordable feature wall. Here’s how to do it:

WHAT YOU NEED:
- Paint in the colours of your choice
- Gold leaf
- Gilding size (gold leaf adhesive)
- Paintbrushes
- Cardboard
- Steel ruler
- Craft knife
- Painter’s tape
- Pencil
HOW TO MAKE THE FEATURE WALL
Step 1
Use the steel ruler and craft knife to cut a triangle template from the cardboard.
Step 2
Place the template randomly on the wall and trace it with the pencil.
Step 3
Use the painter’s tape to mask the triangles on the wall.
Step 4
Paint the triangles in the colours of your choice, leaving some free for the gold leaf.
Step 5
Apply the gilding size (adhesive) to the triangles you left open. Let it get tacky for a few minutes, and then apply the gold leaf. Wipe away any excess of the gold leaf with a soft-bristle brush.
Step 6
Remove the painter’s tape.
THE FINISHING TOUCHES
To bring the whole look together, pick out some soft furnishings that complement the look.
Sequin duvet set double: R999.95, Boardmans
Throws: Grey, R399.95, Boardmans; Pink, R599.95, Boardmans
Cushions: Bobble cushion, R395, Coricraft; Striped cushion, R499, Loads of Living; Quilted cushion, R299.95, Boardmans; Blue cushion, R249.95, Boardmans
Side table: R995, Coricraft
Paper lantern: R199.99, Typo
Basket: R395, Coricraft
Lamp: R999, Loads of Living
Clock: R199, Loads of Living
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* Prices were correct at time of publication, but are subject to change.