Are you bored with ordinary white walls? Do you want to add a touch to your home, but you don’t want to remodel? Try the Ombré effect! This simple but impressive trend has penetrated from fashion shows to interior design and is now conquering Slovak households. Find out how you can create it – without the help of a professional!

What is Ombré and why do designers love it?

Ombré effect means a smooth transition between shades of one color – From the most brightest. The result is elegant, soft and gives the room depth and atmosphere. It is not disturbing, but at the same time impresses at first sight. And best of all – it fits every style.

You can use it on:

  • walls (most often from top to bottom)
  • curtains or fabrics (horizontally or from below)
  • accessories (pillows, lamps, ceramics)
  • furniture (such as chest of drawers, cabinets, faces of beds)

In which rooms the effect stands out the most?

Ombré acts as an optical trick that brightens and revives space. Therefore, it is excellent where it is boredom, dark or excessive austerity.

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– in the bedroom creates a peaceful background behind the bed
– In the living room he replaces the image on the wall and becomes a dominant
– In the children’s room to support creativity and playfulness
– In the bathroom on tiles or accessories, it induces a wellness mood
– In the corridor optically enlarges narrow spaces

DIY: How to create an ombre effect on the wall step by step

You don’t have to be a painter or interior mage – just a little patience and the right procedure.

  1. Prepare the wall: clean, correct unevenness, paint the foundation
  2. Select 2-3 shades of one color: eg. dark blue → medium blue → light blue
  3. Divide the wall into strips: Horizontal sections indicate with a pencil
  4. Paint from below: Start with the darkest color, gradually add lighter
  5. Blend colors: You make a wet pass through a wide brush or sponge, ideal until the layers are still wet

Don’t you dare on the wall? Start with smaller pieces

Ombré is also great for smaller interventions in the interior. And especially – can be realized quickly, cheaply and without special aids.

– Curtains and covers: You can buy finished pieces in textile stores or you can paint them at home
– Colds and blankets: will revive even the simplest sofa
– Accessories: Ombré lamps, candles, ceramics or frames will give space a design signature
– Furniture: The drawers ‘faces, bedside tables or doors’ cabinets with the effect of color transition look modern and unsuspected

A trend that won’t get tired

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The ombre effect is suitable for minimalist interiors, where it softens austerity, boho style, where it stands out in bolder colors, as well as classic households, where gentle transitions bring elegance and airiness.

Whether you choose a wall, curtains or just decoration – Ombré is a way to get a big effect for little money. And what is the best? It’s fun.

Do you have a small apartment? Avoid these colors. They optically reduce the interior