Wallpaper has an instant impact on any living space. With options ranging from vivid prints to subtle textures, it can refresh your decor without a complete renovation. Whether you want to introduce a splash of colour or add a soothing backdrop, choosing the right wallpaper lets you shape each room’s atmosphere. This guide will explore colour palettes, patterns, textures and installation tips to achieve a polished look that aligns with your style.
How to Choose Colours for Creating the Perfect Mood
Colour influences how we feel in a room. Deep reds, ochre and terracotta radiate warmth, making them ideal for social areas like lounges or dining rooms. Cooler hues such as soft teal, mint green and dove grey for bedrooms and bathrooms promote tranquillity. Neutral tones, such as stone, ivory and cool grey, provide a calm foundation that works with most furniture styles.
In compact spaces, pastel shades help to open up the room visually, while in larger rooms, mid-tone or richer colours add a sense of intimacy. Consider sampling paint swatches beside your wallpaper choice to see how natural and artificial light alter its appearance throughout the day.
How to Match Patterns to Suit Your Room’s Aesthetics
Patterns give walls personality. Geometric shapes bring a crisp, contemporary feel, perfect for a home office or hallway where order and focus matter. Floral and botanical motifs deliver a soft, organic vibe, lending themselves well to dining rooms or bedrooms.
For a bold statement, large-scale abstract designs pair beautifully with minimal decor. If you prefer a gentle touch, small repeating patterns add visual interest without overwhelming the space. Balancing a patterned feature wall with plain-coloured furnishings or matching fabric accents helps maintain harmony in your design.
Textured Wallpaper for Added Depth
Textured wallpapers introduce tactile interest that paint cannot achieve. Linen weaves, grass-cloth effects, and metallic threads create a sense of extravagance. A brick or stone-effect wallpaper can lend an industrial edge to a lounge, while velvety or suede-like finishes invite you to reach out and touch. Because textures draw the eye, they work best on a single focal wall, perhaps behind a sofa or bedhead, so the rest of the room remains visually calm. These wallpapers are also excellent for hiding minor wall imperfections, which makes them both fashionable and practical.
Creating a Feature Wall
A single feature wall lets you experiment with more dramatic colours, patterns or textures without dominating the entire room.
Choose a focal point:
- The living room wall behind your sofa,
- The feature wall in your bedroom (behind your bed), or
- The vanity wall in a guest powder room.
Apply bold or richly textured wallpaper. It draws the eye straight to that area, creating a natural backdrop for furniture and artwork. A feature wall is a perfect trial to test a daring design before committing to every wall.
Wallpaper Installation Tips
Successful wallpaper installation starts with thorough preparation.
- Ensure walls are smooth, clean and dry; fill holes, sand rough patches and apply a primer to promote adhesion.
- For non-woven or paste-the-wall papers, measure and cut each panel precisely, allowing extra for trimming.
- Align patterns carefully at seams to avoid mismatches. Use a high-quality adhesive suited to your chosen material—vinyl, fabric-backed or non-woven, to ensure durability.
- Level air bubbles with a wallpaper brush during installation.
- After trimming the ends, wipe out the excess adhesive with a moist sponge.
Proper preparation and the right tools make wallpaper installation straightforward, so your finished result looks professionally done.
Selecting Wallpaper for Every Room
Each space in your home has its demands, so match your wallpaper accordingly:
- Living Room: Social hubs benefit from vibrant patterns or rich textures. Consider an accent wall in a bold botanical or abstract print to spark conversation.
- Bedroom: Choose calming palettes and gentle prints, soft geometrics, or floral washes that can create a restful retreat.
- Kitchen & Bathroom: Use moisture-resistant wallpapers, such as vinyl-coated or specially treated paper. Fresh colours and lively patterns inject energy into these functional spaces.
- Children’s Room: Durable, wipe-clean wallpapers in playful themes—animals, outer space or simple stripes—grow with kids while standing up to daily wear.
- Home Office: Aim for designs that encourage focus: structured geometrics or tonal stripes can enhance concentration without distraction.
Your Next Step with Kaleon Wallpaper
Kaleon Wallpaper specialises in custom wallpaper in Australia. It guides you through every phase, from design selection to expert wallpaper installation.
We Provide the Following Material Options:
- Paste the Wall (Non-woven): This easy-apply material requires you to paste the wall rather than the paper. It’s dimensionally stable, resists shrinking or stretching, and allows for repositioning during installation.
- Peel and Stick (Removable Fabric): Ideal for renters or trend-setters, this self-adhesive fabric peels on and off without damage. It offers a cloth-like finish and can be repositioned or removed when ready for a new look.
Ready to transform your walls? Kaleon Wallpaper offers an extensive range of premium custom wallpapers in Australia, from non-woven paste-the-wall to peel-and-stick fabric options.
Explore our curated list of certified installers in your area for professional wallpaper installation, and contact them directly to arrange the service.