Wallpaper is an easy way to give your space a dramatic makeover. Get inspired by on-trend looks and feel comfortable jumping into this medium by trying some of these popular wallpaper trends throughout your home.
Wallpaper Tips & Tricks
An eye-catching alternative to paint, wallpaper allows you to bring color, texture, and pattern into your space – from neutral linen styles to bold floral prints – in a variety of ways. Transform an entire room with a bright pattern or soft texture, or create a show-stopping accent wall offset by complementary paint that suits your décor. Wallpaper is a popular pick for living rooms, bedrooms, and even bathrooms and the kitchen to amplify the visual appeal of your space.
Try a Less Permanent Option
If you’re hesitant to commit fully to paste-on wallpaper, consider using peel-and-stick wallpaper in your home instead. This versatile option can be used throughout an entire room from full walls to simple accents on stairways or furniture pieces. It’s a popular choice for renters because it is easily removable, and it makes a great option for refreshing furniture as your personal style evolves.
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Start Small
A wallpaper project can be daunting, so consider starting with a smaller area to get a feel for application methods and perfect your strategy before tackling an entire room. No matter how big or small your project will be, consult our Wallpaper Buying Guide before you get started to ensure you’re adequately prepared with the right amount of paper and appropriate supplies.
Read on to learn more about top wallpaper trends and our favorite ways to use this home décor essential throughout your space.
Living Room Wallpaper Ideas
With a wide variety of pattern and texture options, bringing wallpaper in to your living room is a fresh way to update your space. Take cues from your furniture, décor, and even wall art to help inform your wallpaper selection. Offset neutral furniture tones with colorful prints for a maximalist look, or bring a new feel to your living room with wallpaper featuring a tactile aspect such as linen, grasscloth, velvet, or raffia or paintable textured wallpaper you can customize in the perfect color.
Mid-Century Modern Patterns
Mid-century features including geometric patterns and bold hues are a popular choice in wallpaper and create a vibe that’s difficult to achieve with paint. Play off of shades already in your furniture to create a harmonious feel.
Timeless Designs
For more a traditional living space, look to classic, elegant patterns such as stripes, damask, or floral prints in updated styles and metallic or tonal color schemes to add subtle visual interest while matching your current living room design.
Create on a Focal Wall
If you’re not ready to wallpaper your entire living room space, consider creating a focal point with an accent wall, using it around the fireplace, or applying it to furniture pieces for an easy refresh. There are a number of creative ways to use removable wallpaper to update more than just your walls.
Bedroom Wallpaper Ideas
For decades, floral wallpaper prints were a top choice for the bedroom, but dated designs can look more like grandma’s house than a stylish space. Wallpaper allows you to bring a fresh pop of color to your bedroom, or add texture that channels relaxing vibes.
Complement Existing Decor
Look for wallpaper designs that work with your décor, bedding, and the furniture style of your current sleep space. Try a monochrome look like dots or stripes with colorful duvets and pillows, or bring in geometric wallpaper prints to complement a sleek mid-century style platform bed.
Fresh Takes on Floral
If you want to bring floral wallpaper patterns into your bedroom, look for fresh takes on the look with oversized prints, unexpected colors, or tone-on-tone designs that bring a contemporary feel to your sleep space. Or try a nod to the classic appeal of florals by branching out to other botanical wallpaper patterns that channel organic vibes without feeling stuffy.
Apply a Wall Mural at the Head of the Bed
To prevent big patterns from feeling overwhelming, consider applying wallpaper or a wall mural at the head of your bed only and using complementary paint or a more neutral wallpaper on the rest of the walls in your bedroom, or try temporary wallpaper on a nightstand or dresser to create stylish statement storage.
Trending Wallpaper Designs
Whether your home is classic or contemporary, it’s easy to find trendy wallpaper designs that work with any space. Read on to learn about some of the latest wallpaper trends.
Faux Effects
If you’re stuck with classic walls but always wanted wood, exposed brick, or other material, wallpaper is a great opportunity to get the look without the fuss. These designs work well for an accent wall, fireplace surround, kitchen back splash, or small space.
Bold Colors & Patterns
Try a bold new look without committing to paint with wallpaper in trending colors or modern geometric prints, or create a glam aesthetic with metallic wallpaper that pairs a shiny print with a matte background for added dimension. Tonal and textured wallpaper add an elevated dynamic to a space you would otherwise paint while maintaining a natural and subtle feel.
Removable Wallpaper
Most wallpaper patterns are available in both traditional and temporary or self-adhesive options, letting you decide how much effort it takes for application and how long you want it to last. Read up on the benefits of removable wallpaper to help make your best selection.
Ready to try the latest trends in wallpaper? Shop by color, pattern, theme, and more to find the perfect fit for your space.
