Best wallpapers of 2022 to add colourful and unique designs to your home

Wallpaper is back, and it’s not just for decoration. If you’ve been staring at the same, uninspired walls for the past two years, it’s probably time to make a change. 2022’s wallpaper trends cover a lot (or should we say “walls”) There are many wallpaper trends for 2022, ranging from bold, eye-catching colors to subtle, soft shades to industrial-chic textures. The right wallpaper can transform any room, even the smallest. People are more inclined to use geometric and quirky wallpaper designs in their homes to express their creativity. Maximalism is all about more! Biophilic design is another key wallpaper trend. It finds inspiration in nature, plants, and greenery. This wallpaper is very popular because it creates a spa-themed, relaxing environment. Pandora Taylor, an interior designer, says that wall murals will be a big hit in 2022. These can be fun and decorative and are a great way to create something unique and bold. It’s almost like owning a piece of art. The best wallpapers have a painterly look that is reminiscent of hand-painted wallpapers. “Your Zoom conference background is about for an upgrade. Bold florals: Wonderland TropicalProduct ImageAdd exotic touches to your living space or bedroom with this intricately designed tropical wallpaper. This print is eye-catching and will be a focal point of your home. You’ll keep coming back to it for more details. This vibrant print is ideal for a feature wall. Take a closer look at the chameleon wearing a top hat and the toucan with a bow tie. This vibrant print is not for the faint-hearted, but it will give your room a complete 180. You can easily match the background with matching tones in the room thanks to the multi-coloured background.
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/hasItemsGeometric with a twist: Bauhaus Douglas Fir Product imageThink traditional geometric with a modern touch and you’ll probably picture something a little like this Douglas Fir-coloured wallpaper. This wallpaper design, which is dark green and white, celebrates 100 years of Bauhaus. It features Walter Gropius’ most famous architecture in an attractive style. Made’s wallpaper designs can be printed in the UK using traceable timber paper. Each one-of-a kind design promises beautiful quality. This wallpaper is also available in blue and white, or blood orange, and white.
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/hasItemsArchive Prints: Tulip & Bird Amaranth & BlushProduct ImageTake a trip back to 2022 with some of our most renowned archive prints. C.F.A. originally designed this tulip wallpaper. Voysey created this unique piece in 1895 using bold colours and geometric prints. It is a great piece to add a vintage touch to any room. If you feel brave, coordinate walls with bright blush pinks and contrasting greens. It is another print with more details. You will find hidden birds amongst deep blue if you look closely.
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/hasItemsSoft Botanicals: Morris & Co. Bird and Pomegranate wallpaperProduct image from John LewisThis vibrant wallpaper has an almost metallic sheen, adding a luxurious touch to a living room or dining area with its cool green background. It strikes a great balance between brightly colored designs and elegant patterns. It’s calm and tonal with contrasting hints in coral and orange. This print’s subtle details make it shine, literally. It can be used as a feature wall if you want to brighten up a room without investing in a new print. This Bird & Pomegranate wallpaper was the last patterned wallpaper to be released by Morris & Co., so it’s a special one.
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/hasItemsMonochrome: MissPrint Little TreesProduct imageOne of the biggest benefits of a monochrome wall is the ease of decorating: find black and/or white furniture and accessories and you’re sorted. You can also choose any colour from the palette to contrast with your black and white walls. Made’s Little Trees wallpaper keeps with the monochrome theme but adds a fun twist to the trend. This whimsical, intricate design was created from a sketch. It is a great example modern style with a nod towards nature.
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/hasItemsPolka dots Harlequin Bon Bon wallpaperProduct image by John Lewis. This timeless wallpaper comes in a variety of sizes, from the elegant and chic polka dot to more abstract and artistic versions. This pastel-hued Bon Bon Bon print is a great choice if you want to re-style a kid’s playroom or child’s room with minimal decoration. This paper is primarily for children due to its random placements. However, the neutral background means that this print won’t stand out too much in a bedroom, office, or spare room. John Lewis, Buy Now GBP29.60
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/hasItemsWood Panelling: Contemporary Wood Panel Wallpaper in olive greenProduct Image from I Love WallpaperPanelling is a recent resurgence and is now at the top of interior design trends. Panelled wallpaper is a better alternative to traditional panelling. This modern design is available in an olive green tone and adds a lot of character to large open spaces. The 3D texture element of the print makes smaller rooms seem larger. Not into olive green? I Love Wallpaper offers many more colour options. I Love Wallpaper – Buy Now GBP22
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/hasItemsArt Deco Wallpaper: Black and gold WallpaperProduct imageArt Deco wallpaper has a long history and is a universally recognized wallpaper that doesn’t discriminate in colour. This wallpaper is a great option if you want to be ahead of the trend, but are looking for a specific shade. This black and gold wallpaper adds a modern twist on the extravagant 1920s patterns. It transforms dull rooms into a fancy restaurant-esque setting, making it a stylish backdrop that deserves a fancy mirror. Art Deco wallpaper can also be used to decorate your home with extravagant furniture and matching walls. Graham Brown, if you need a reason to be a little crazy, this wallpaper is it.
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/hasItemsMaximalist designs: Jardin Aux Mille FleursProduct imageLess isn’t always more and these maximalist designs prove that point once and for all. This Jardin Aux Mille Fleurs wallpaper is bold and bright and will make a statement in any room. It also allows you to show off your personality. The bright print, “Garden of a Thousand Flowers”, features a hand-drawn trailing vine and blooming flora in a rainbow of colors. This design is part of the Kitty McCall Collection. The sandy background adds a neutral touch and balances out the loud and proud design.
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/hasItemsGrandmillennial: Fanciful WallpaperProduct imageThe Grandmillennial trend is, as you might have guessed, a fusion between your grandma’s traditional prints from the 50s and 60s and the newest designs for 2022, bringing together neutral, sometimes pastel-toned backgrounds with louder elements in a dazzling contrast. These charming prints, which come in six different shades, pay homage to the European Indienne bird print and botanical fabrics from the 19th century in modern, contrasting colors that are perfect for a feature-wall. York Wall Coverings, GBP83.60
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/hasItemsContrasting prints: Prowl Orange WallpaperProduct imageLeave a lasting impression on all visitors with this leopard-infused print. This bright orange and blue print is great for use as a feature wall or mural. It can also be used in smaller rooms to add a pop of colour. This wallpaper is a relatively simple print, so it works well on smaller walls. However, you can go wild with leopard in any direction if you wish. Do you love the leopard but wish it was less noisy? Instead, choose the off-white and grey colours.
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/hasItemsSubtle texture: Nimbostratus GreyProduct photoNot sure where to begin when decorating your room? A simple, elegant, subtly textured wallpaper will make your room look great. The Nimbostratus Mist Grey wallpaper is simple from afar, but it has a subtle cloud print up close that is peaceful and relaxing. This wallpaper can be used in bedrooms to create a sanctuary for you to go to sleep at night. For a versatile backdrop that doesn’t distract from your video calls, you can stick it around your home office. Woodchip & Magnolia offers a colour coordination service that makes it easy to find paints and fabrics in complementary colors.
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/hasItemsAbstract botanicals: Copacabana WallpaperProduct imageThe botanical trend is one of the most versatile and promises to never go out of fashion. A botanical print is a design that focuses on natural elements, such as plants, trees, birds, and flowers. It can be used in a bathroom or bedroom to add a sense of tranquility. This Copacabana wallpaper comes in five different patterns and features exotic foliage and birds. You can keep the trend going with the green option, or add a little contrast with the pink-and-green paper.
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/hasItemsDark Blues: Carpe Diem Wallpaper Indigo Blue and WhiteProduct ImageThe dark blue trend in paint is on the rise and dark blue wallpaper is catching up. No more hiding dark walls from the fear of making the space look smaller. A few dark walls can add a dramatic contrast to the room, especially when paired with contrasting furniture. Lust Home’s Carpe Diem wallpaper is available in Indigo Blue or White. It features a striking white koifish design. It’s a little more exciting than standard dark blue wallpaper and adds depth to small spaces. It looks great in the bathroom for a 2022-ready nautical theme.
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/hasItemsWood Effect: Black Wooden BoardsProduct Image. Not all backgrounds can be made of exposed brickwork or wood. The best wood-effect wallpapers have all the fun and none of the upkeep. To bring the “New York Loft” look to your bedroom, go dark. It might look like wallpaper, but these black boards are actually 2D. It’s a chic, versatile style that doesn’t require nails or hammers.
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/hasItemsSleek metals: Easy MoltenProduct photoSleek metallics won’t go out of style and that’s a fact. This fine textured print is both elegant and subtle. It can be used as a backdrop to neutrally decorated rooms or as a setting for stylish furniture. This print’s textured texture makes rooms appear larger and adds depth to the natural light. It gives a subtle impression and is suitable for small or large rooms.
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/hasItemsVerdictThe sky’s the limit when it comes to big, bold wallpaper prints this year. Bold floral prints are great for keeping up with the trends, but they can also add a sense of optimism to any space. Our favorite wallpaper of the season is Wonderland Tropical by World of Wallpaper. You can use it as a mural on one wall to brighten up a room, or add florals to every corner.