I've been a big fan of wallpaper for years - especially bold prints and patterns. I think it's one of the easiest and best ways to add drama and interest to a room. Traditionally, wallpaper is used on one or more walls in a space, but to save a little time and money, wallpaper can be used in small doses and still create a big impact.
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A simple way to add pattern to this room with a strip of floral wallpaper. Notice the framed prints on either side are of the same wallpaper.
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Use a decorative paper on a window wall and accent it with solid drapery panels.
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Forget papering the entire bathroom and apply a strip of your favorite print to create a bold focal point.
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I love how they accented this small wall with a colorful print. It makes the neutral chest really stand out and adds a cheerful element to the room.
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Strips of wallpaper were applied above the bed for a headboard effect.
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Instead of hanging a piece of art or mirror above the fireplace, use a decorative wallpaper, like this sophisticated floral print.
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This is a really inspiring post! I too think that just a little wallpaper goes a long way, plus it's a really inexpensive solution when you're decorating on a budget. These photos prove that just an accent can be more interesting than wallpapering an entire room. Plus you can change your mind and do something new in a while!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous post!! I never would have thought that such a small dose of wallpaper could look so lovely in a space. I love it!! Makes me want to order a beautiful patterned wallpaper for my office.:)
ReplyDeleteDitto what DecoDetective said.
ReplyDeleteGreat post!
oh my gosh i love that idea as well as the rooms you featured. this is great if you are a scaredy cat about covering an entire room, it's like a one step program for wallpaper! :)
ReplyDeleteFantastic post!! I'd love to wallpaper a tiny space in my home like this...it really adds a lot (and is so much less work than doing an entire room!) Thanks for the inspiration!! :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous idea! I don't have a headboard and this would work wonders on the boring wall back there!
ReplyDeleteGreat post! I love wallpaper and think it adds so much to a space, but it can get costly. Really, you only need a strip of it and it can be a highlight of a room at an affordable price.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of adding just a bit of wallpaper on accent walls too. I've been toying with the idea because it seems like a good option for someone who has a problem with commitment like me(!)
ReplyDeletewonderful pics.
ReplyDeletehave a nice weekend
Love this look!
ReplyDelete* Hi! I did something similar once, only I had it framed w/ crown molding so it looked like a headboard... (we were living in Germany, in a house that wasn't ours, so I took a few "shortcuts" to "get it right & NOT PERMANENT", & I must admit the molding really finished it off nicely!) Has anyone out there tried it that way? Thanks for a fun blog! Linda *
ReplyDeleteWow, all those photos are so inspiring! I love how simple it is for wallpaper to completely change the look of a room. The yellow, white & black combination in the first photo is definitely my favorite-love it!
ReplyDeleteVert pretty rooms! I totally agree with you, Ithink it's much nicer to use the wallpaper on a small part of the wall...
ReplyDeleteWonderful post! I love wallpaper. I recently did a post about it as well. I totally agree with using wallpaper as an accent wall. Much easier to remove when you get tired of it! :)
ReplyDeleteoh i like the idea of a little wallpaper... great images!
ReplyDeletex Trina