A painted flourish--the Turkish Rose pattern. Photo: Whitewall & Co.
Traditional wall stencils get a fresh spin from Whitewall & Co.
"Whitewall" might seem like a funny name for a company that specializes in wall stencils meant to adorn walls with bold patterns, but as Whitewall & Co. says, "Every idea begins with a blank canvas, a white wall." With a little help from the elegant stencils of Whitewall & Co., we bet your walls won't stay white for long.
Whitewall & Co. draws on forgotten, historical patterns for it's design inspiration, and their stencils reflect Arts & Crafts, Neoclassical and other historical influences. Some stencils have the intricate allure of antique jewelry, while other pack the kind of graphic punch that has been used to glamorous effect by designers likeDavid Hicks and Kelly Wearstler.
The company offers stencils sized for overall wall patterns, borders and wainscoting, with a total of 18 ready-made stencils available.
The stencils are easy to apply (see their online how-to) using a sponge or a foam or bristle brush. (They're also easy to paint over when you want a change.)
Unlike wallpapering, stenciling allows for almost limitless approaches. With painted patterns, you can give your home's wardrobe some colorwise panache. You can choose high-impact hues or subtle tone-on-tone colors. We love the look of a traditional design painted in an unconventional hue, like the tangerine-on-white design above.
Whitewall & Co.'s pre-made designs range from $40 to $50, and custom work is priced upon request.
Want to give stenciling a try? Check out graphic designer Ed Roth's expert advice for how to get the look in your own home.
"Whitewall" might seem like a funny name for a company that specializes in wall stencils meant to adorn walls with bold patterns, but as Whitewall & Co. says, "Every idea begins with a blank canvas, a white wall." With a little help from the elegant stencils of Whitewall & Co., we bet your walls won't stay white for long.
Whitewall & Co. draws on forgotten, historical patterns for it's design inspiration, and their stencils reflect Arts & Crafts, Neoclassical and other historical influences. Some stencils have the intricate allure of antique jewelry, while other pack the kind of graphic punch that has been used to glamorous effect by designers likeDavid Hicks and Kelly Wearstler.
Stencil patterns Mirium (left) and Morris Stevens (right). Photos: Whitewall & Co.
The stencils are easy to apply (see their online how-to) using a sponge or a foam or bristle brush. (They're also easy to paint over when you want a change.)
Unlike wallpapering, stenciling allows for almost limitless approaches. With painted patterns, you can give your home's wardrobe some colorwise panache. You can choose high-impact hues or subtle tone-on-tone colors. We love the look of a traditional design painted in an unconventional hue, like the tangerine-on-white design above.
Whitewall & Co.'s pre-made designs range from $40 to $50, and custom work is priced upon request.
Want to give stenciling a try? Check out graphic designer Ed Roth's expert advice for how to get the look in your own home.
