If you pay attention to interior design, you may have noticed the recent resurgence of wallpaper – and you may be wondering “BUT WHY?!”

I know, I know. Wallpaper doesn’t have a great reputation. Maybe it’s bringing up some bad memories of putting it up or, worse, scraping for hours to take it down in your own home. Or maybe it reminds you of your grandmother’s flowery wallpapered living room.

But wallpaper has come a long way. And it’s made a huge comeback! And I am absolutely here for it.

The colours. The patterns. The texture. The drama. The artistry, the creativity! When used correctly in the right space, wallpaper – and also large format wall murals – can transform a space like nothing else.

Read on to learn my top tips on working with wallpaper as well as my favourite wallpaper and wall mural suppliers.

The Comeback of Wallpaper and Large Format Wall Murals

Tacky, old-fashioned, cliché, and an offense to good design? Not anymore. Wallpaper has made a major comeback for a reason.

✨ It adds beauty and drama to a space.

✨ It’s more affordable than filling up a wall with artwork.

✨ It’s versatile and can be used anywhere.

✨ It adds inimitable warmth and depth to a room.

Wallpaper these days comes in a huge range of colours, patterns, designs and textures. You’re sure to find something to complement the look you’re going for, and perusing the different styles is a great way to get inspired!

In the same family as wallpaper, large format wall murals are another great choice for adding drama and depth to your interior design. 

Here are my top tips for working with wallpaper:

✔ Consider the style of the room or space you’re decorating, and then select wallpaper options that match. From geometric patterns to florals and botanicals to animal print, stripes and plaids, damask patterns and more, there are so many wallpaper choices. Don’t get overwhelmed! Stay on theme with the rest of a space’s design.

✔ Decide where you’ll be using the wallpaper. Whether you’re covering all the walls, doing just one feature wall, or adding visual interest to a ceiling, the application will affect the pattern and colour you choose.

✔ Pay attention to texture! Textured patterns are generally more fun and casual, whereas flat wallpaper designs lend themselves well to a more high-end and refined look.

✔ Buy your wallpaper or large format wall mural from a good supplier. Quality matters here. I’ve included my two favourites below.

✔ Hire a professional for the installation. Save yourself the headache and make sure it turns out perfectly!

My favourite suppliers for wallpaper and large format wall murals are: 

✨ Crown Surface Solutions– this Etobicoke-based supplier has an amazing selection of wallcoverings, from residential wallcoverings to performance wallcoverings to natural wallcoverings and performance textiles, as well as a wide variety of digital printed options, acoustic solutions, fabric and woods. They really have everything you could possibly need when it comes to wall treatments!

I can always count on Crown Surface Solutions to carry innovative, architectural surface solutions that use colour, design and texture to help me truly realize my design vision. The company is also really on the ball when it comes to anticipating market trends and offering exceptional, personalized service at every point of contact. I highly recommend them!

✨ Prime Walls– this Markham-based supplier has a great selection of wallpaper, digital print wallcoverings, dry erase wallcoverings and more. They always carry an exciting array of wallpaper styles that are transformative and inventive. They’re very in touch with the popular interior design looks of the year and offer high-impact wallpapers that are bold, original, and creative.

Not just a supplier, Prime Walls is also a manufacturer. The company is well-rounded, offering great customer service and an exceptional staff with years of experience and industry knowledge. I love Prime Walls’ unique collections – they’re always carefully selected by designers from all over the world, so the designs are amazing. They also do custom wallcoverings!

What are your thoughts on wallpaper? Love it? Refuse to go near it? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Comment below and let me know!