Ideas for Shiplap and Board & Batten Accent Walls


Ideas for Shiplap and Board & Batten Accent Walls
Infuse your home with visual interest using shiplap and board & batten in a range of paint colors.
Drawing from ship-building techniques, shiplap siding and board and batten are striking decorative additions to a home. Choosing the right paint color and sheen will bring the signature aesthetic of shiplap and board & batten to life. We’ve got you covered with beautiful paint color combinations on walls, ceilings, cabinets and more.
1. Traditional Shiplap Walls and Ceilings: Classic & Charming
Seen in a variety of design styles, from farmhouse and cabins to more coastal styles, shiplap is a homeowner favorite.Although traditional shiplap is white or off-white, modern shiplap can be painted a variety of colors. Often arranged in a vertical or horizontal pattern, the planks are set close together to create a look reminiscent of the interior hull of a ship. Ever popular for ceilings, shiplap helps to create architectural depth, even in neutral spaces.
When using traditional shiplap, look to soft white hues for balance. We like Cloud White 967, shown here, White Dove OC-17 or Swiss Coffee OC-45. Add a fun graphic rug or woven accents to nod to the seafaring beginnings of shiplap design.

2. Colorful Shiplap Accent Walls
Color-saturated shiplap creates an eye-catching look in any space.If you prefer the look of neutral paint, but want to bring color into your home, opt for blue or gray hues like Yarmouth Blue HC-150 and Solitude AF-545. Here, shiplap in subtle blue Mineral Springs CC-848 enhances gentle lighting while creating a relaxing atmosphere throughout.
If you’re looking for deeper, more saturated colors, find inspiration with jewel tones. Want something a little lighter? Get inspired by our pale and pastel paint colors.

3. Go Outside with Exterior Shiplap Design Ideas
When choosing hues for your home’s exterior, think about combinations that speak to the space and its natural surroundings. Bring year-round boardwalk vibes with driftwood-inspired shiplap, or lean into country cabin design with dark green and brown hues.In this woodland-inspired abode, Alabaster OC-129 on the walls and trim offer a gentle contrast while contributing to the architectural intrigue.

4. Creative Board and Batten Walls
Character-rich board and batten walls create energy within a space thanks to varying dimensions—boards usually measure 12" wide, while batten is 2-4", and layouts can be square or rectangular varieties.In this sunny bedroom, traditional board and batten creates visual interest behind the bed. Atrium White OC-145 provides a clean base for warm Beacon Hill Damask HC-2 walls, creating a relaxing space with timeless appeal.
Other colors we love for board and batten include Crystalline AF-485, Cedar Key OC-16, and Conch Shell 052.

5. Subtle Contrast with Board and Batten
Eye-catching board and batten, shiplap and wainscoting elevate even the most oft-overlooked spaces including hallways, mudrooms, and offices.Layers of whites, off-whites, neutrals, and greige paints elegantly highlight architectural details and set off signature artwork. Here, Simply White OC-117 in different sheens on trim, walls and ceiling, transforms this hallway into a museum-quality space.
Other off-white and neutral colors we recommend for subtle color combinations include:

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