There’s nothing quite like a dramatic room makeover, and it’s especially satisfying to see their before and after pictures. But most of these compilations and comparisons marvel at the overall transformation of a room, rarely focusing on the walls.

If you know anything about us, we love to emphasize the impact a well-decorated wall can bring, so it was only natural for us to scour the Internet for the best wall makeovers out there.

This article compiles our excellent finds. Read on!

There’s nothing wrong with a clean, blank wall, but it’s more about what it lacks rather than what you can add to it. You can add a wall sculpture, for instance, but it might not be a fit. Instead, consider the wall as an integral part of a space and start from there.

In this before picture, there’s not much going on, but that’s about to change.

There’s only one change to this room’s walls, but it’s a big change. The large gold-framed wall mirror can look unremarkable at first, but it adds a classy touch to the space and makes it feel bigger without completely overwhelming the rest of the room. It’s a great example of selecting a simple decor piece and making it count.

With the white brick and lonesome picture shelf, not to mention the dark orange splash on the right, these walls needed some rethinking and a bit more redecorating. 

Not only was the brick done away with, but this transformation opted for a clean, nude look as the background for a full wall of picture shelves. Note the variety of frames used, too, with alternating sizes and both light-colored and black frames. The left wall also now enjoys a unique living room wall art setup featuring an Aztec wall design that sets the tone for the room.

This living room is not only noisy style-wise, it also almost feels like all the volume is making it a bit cramped. Most of the walls are also unadorned, although you can’t miss the bright yellow wall paint job.

You’re probably thinking, “Is this even still the same room?” Make no mistake, it’s the very same space, just renovated to open up the floor plan. The walls have received quite a makeover in the process, featuring a salon wall and a macramé wall hanging. We also can’t ignore the patterned wallpaper treatment in the back, complete with a sunburst mirror.

‘Too big’ is not a complaint you hear often, but we have to admit it sticks out as an issue in this case. The wall decor is also limited to the fireplace mantle, so the walls are practically begging for a makeover.

The pictures arranged close together in this after photo help to make the room feel more compact and homey. They fill up the space nicely with large wall decor and a gallery wall of smaller pictures, and the colors blend well with the rest of the space.

Looking at one blank wall after another in this before photo, you might notice how windows are more connected to walls than in just the literal sense. The curtains we use, for one, can influence how bright and vivid the decor on our walls appears.

This stunning redesign features a monochrome picture wall, a matching wall mirror, and an oversized picture enjoying much of the natural light that pours in through the doors. Peep the fairly large wall decor to the right as well—the woven hanging baskets give the space a DIY room decor flair without straying from the overall aesthetic.

This cute little bathroom has no-fuss walls, and with the limited space, it’s understandable. But one thing we know about home decor is that if there’s a will, there’s a way.

After this overhaul, the bathroom’s walls are now the highlight, complete with wooden shelves, a vintage mirror, and funky floral wallpaper. The space even looks less narrow this time. Now that’s a makeover, wouldn’t you agree?

We like this minimalist look, but it’s hard for us to resist the allure of some nice wall decor. Maybe a wall hanging, or other decorative art?

Where the before picture makes you think of a homeowner without a particular style, this room makeover is much more expressive. The hanging shelves give a subtle modern sheen to the place and the wall paint is in harmony with the muted rustic palette. The woven wall hangings are a cool detail that also serve as focal points for the room.

Sometimes, we pick out a wall color that looks perfect in our mind’s eye, only for it to look quite off in execution. That seems to be the case for this living room wall, not to mention the utter bareness of it.

Having a large piece of furniture is no excuse for leaving your walls undecorated. In this before picture, the bare walls make the room seem even emptier than it already is.

After a makeover, the room now feels more welcoming. Woven pieces of wall decor are arranged across the walls of the space, but in no way random or cluttered. A singular shelf with a wall mirror has also been added as a practical touch.

These walls might not look as tacky with themed decor, but we might never really know. What do you think a couple of framed pictures might do for a wall like this one?

Now with an updated wall paint job, this room looks easy to relax in. The living room wall art is minimal, but it shows the impact of a thoughtful design, even with just two framed prints such as in the above image. The string lights on a ladder leaning against the wall also contribute to a warm and pleasant vibe.

Before and after comparisons of wall makeovers are one of the simplest ways to draw inspiration for your own wall design upgrades. As you saw in this article, anything from a light touchup to a full renovation makes a worthwhile difference.

Which one was your favorite wall makeover? Let us know in the comments!