Pastel wall panels can give a living room or bedroom a distinct focal point without relying on strong colour contrast. Choose one important wall, relate its colour to the furniture and test the finish in the room’s lighting. Dexarte’s Altura MYST Soft Pastel Edition brings this approach together with a catalogue of plank-and-sheet combinations.
The MYST catalogue lists 9.5 ft × 5 inch planks and presents Altura planks alongside INNOVA sheets as a “Smart Combo”. These are separate products: use the AP reference for the plank and the ASA reference for the coordinating sheet. A pairing is a starting point for sample selection, not a guarantee that two materials look identical in every light.
Choose the wall before choosing the colour
Start with how you use the room. In a living room, the wall behind the sofa and the television wall are different design opportunities. One frames the seating area; the other needs to accommodate a screen, cables, sockets and often storage.
Decide which should draw attention. Giving both walls equal visual weight can make the room feel busy, particularly where the kitchen or dining area is visible from the same space. In a bedroom, sketch the wall behind the bed together with the headboard, bedside tables and lighting. The panel layout should respond to these elements rather than being added as a separate layer at the end.
Start with the catalogue’s MYST and INNOVA pairings
These examples are shown together in the supplied Altura MYST catalogue:
- AP-5048 A with ASA 1002 — a starting point for a light, restrained palette.
- AP-5051 A with ASA 1020 — an option to compare for an earthy, neutral scheme.
- AP-5053 A with ASA 1011 — a soft green direction to explore alongside upholstery and flooring.
- AP-5054 A with ASA 1012 — another green pairing to assess using real samples.
The palette descriptions above are design interpretations of the catalogue images, not official shade names. Quote the exact codes when requesting samples. Printed colours and screen displays should not be used as final colour approval.
Create a palette that belongs to the whole room
Begin with materials you cannot easily change: flooring, existing cabinetry, curtains or a large sofa. Place your shortlisted plank and sheet samples beside them. A soft neutral backdrop can sit comfortably with textured upholstery, while a muted green can create a gentle contrast with cream fabric.
Keep the number of competing finishes small. A wall treatment, a distinctive fabric and a carefully selected furniture finish may be enough. Metallic accents can add definition, but they do not need to appear on every handle, lamp and table.
Let lighting reveal the surface
Look at the proposed wall during the day and after dark. A window beside it may create a different effect from a ceiling light directly above it. The catalogue shows several surface appearances, so review the exact selected plank rather than assuming every MYST design has the same relief.
Test the sample in its intended orientation. If you are planning accent lighting, review a small mock-up with the actual fitting. This helps you judge shadows, colour and brightness without relying on a render alone. In a bedroom, review the view from the bed as well as from the doorway.
Coordinate the wall with storage
The plank-and-sheet concept opens up useful design combinations: a feature wall with a coordinated television console, or a bedroom backdrop with complementary wardrobe fronts. Confirm the selected products’ suitability for the intended application with your supplier and fabricator.
Coordination does not have to mean an exact match. Similar tones can provide continuity, while deliberate contrast distinguishes furniture from the wall. Request both samples together and compare them with the floor, upholstery and tabletop before approving either material.
Resolve dimensions, edges and interruptions
Use the catalogue’s 9.5 ft × 5 inch plank size as the starting point for a scaled layout. Ask the installer to confirm effective coverage, joint details, cutting allowances and quantities for the selected profile. Do not calculate an order from nominal dimensions alone.
Door frames, skirting, switches, sockets and adjoining cabinetry affect where the treatment starts and stops. Have the installer confirm wall preparation and the recommended fixing method. Request current maintenance guidance as part of the selection process.
Common design questions
What size are Altura MYST planks?
The supplied Soft Pastel Edition catalogue lists 9.5 ft × 5 inch planks. Confirm current availability, effective coverage and installation details for your chosen code before ordering.
Can pastel wall panels work in a small living room?
Consider them as a focused treatment on one wall. Judge the design against the furniture layout, available light and physical sample rather than assuming colour alone will make a room feel larger.
Can MYST coordinate with INNOVA?
Yes. The catalogue presents AP plank codes alongside ASA sheet codes, including AP-5053 A with ASA 1011. Approve the two physical samples together rather than assuming an identical colour match.
Can I use MYST behind a bed or television?
Discuss these applications with Dexarte and your installer. Confirm wall condition, fixing details and clearances. Television mounting requires appropriate structural support independent of the decorative finish.
Will a rendered image show the exact result?
No. It illustrates a design direction. Physical samples, confirmed dimensions and a site-specific layout remain essential.
Contact Dexarte to explore MYST for your living room or bedroom. Share your city, wall measurements, preferred AP/ASA codes and a photograph of the space. For cabinetry, explore the INNOVA collection.
Product reference: Dexarte Altura MYST Soft Pastel Edition catalogue supplied September 2026, cover and pairing pages. Current samples and product guidance take precedence for order approval.