Bold wallpaper patterns and prints are a hot trend in interior design; they provide an easy way to add a rich and impressive look to any room. If you are curious about trying such a look in your own home, you may be wondering how best to implement it without taking it too far. One of the most reliable techniques for making statement wallpaper work in a room is to pair it with neutral furniture in shades such as brown, black, and cream. Read on for our tips on how to use this technique for a chic look that makes a statement without causing sensory overload.
Choose Neutral Furniture to Balance Boldness
To avoid overwhelming the senses in a room with bold wallpaper, choose furniture in neutral colors. Blacks, browns, tans, and creams work nicely with just about any bright color. Neutral furniture provides a visual break, creating a little space to catch your breath.Remember that neutral does not have to mean boring. You can add visual interest by contrasting traditional wallpaper patterns with clean, contemporary furniture styles like the Stressless Wave collection, which is available in your choice of several neutral colors and wood finishes. Or consider pairing neutral furniture in a classic style, like the Catnapper Venice Lay Flat Recliner or the Stressless Liberty collection, with a striking contemporary wallpaper in either bright hues or a pattern that makes a statement.Choosing neutral furniture provides another major benefit: You won’t need to replace all of the furniture if you decide to change the wallpaper later on. Switching the wallpaper to a different color and pattern can radically change the look and feel of the whole room, but keeping the same furniture saves you time, effort, and money.
Find the Right Wallpaper Pattern
Patterns on the walls lead the eyes and can affect one’s perception of the size of a room. The right wall covering can make smaller rooms feel larger and rooms with cavernous ceilings feel cozier. Wallpaper of any color or pattern is fair game here, especially in this age of digital printing — though hand-painted wallpaper is also a beautiful option.Wallpaper patterns may be softly whimsical or more aggressive. Wilder patterns typically work best with more muted colors — but if you want to push the envelope, feel free to experiment! This approach may be especially effective as an accent wall in a room that is otherwise more subtle, turning the whole wall into an attention-getting piece of art that can be viewed from a comfortable seat like this Ashebrooke recliner.Small repeating patterns, such as dots or stripes, are one classic choice, and geometric prints offer many exciting possibilities. Or you may prefer nature-inspired prints, such as floral and other botanical prints. There are also animal prints — there are options that replicate a distinctive fur coat like that of a leopard or zebra, as well as prints featuring pictures of animals. Imagine how a wallpaper featuring colorful birds or tropical fish would create a mural-like effect on an accent wall.If you like, you can even choose textured wallpaper, whether you like natural materials such as grasscloth or want to introduce a funky, retro feel with velvety flocked wallpaper. Spot varnishes and metallic highlights also can add dimension to a wallpaper pattern.Not sure you’re ready to go quite so big? You may opt for a simpler strategy without sacrificing on boldness by selecting wallpaper in a vibrant, solid color with no pattern — or lean toward an understated pattern or subtle texture in an eye-catching shade. There’s no shame in starting small, and you can always scale up the intensity from there if you like.
Don’t Forget the Finishing Touches
Accessorize with small items in the same color family as the wallpaper to bring hints of color into the rest of the room. Try textiles such as area rugs and throw pillows, or other objects such as lamps or vases.Wallpaper provides nearly infinite possibilities for interior design, and pairing it with neutral furniture is the best combo for maximum enjoyment. Our staff at The Back Store can help you find comfortable furniture in the colors you desire, so contact us today!
Bold wallpaper patterns and prints are a hot trend in interior design; they provide an easy way to add a rich and impressive look to any room. If you are curious about trying such a look in your own home, you may be wondering how best to implement it without taking it too far.
One of the most reliable techniques for making statement wallpaper work in a room is to pair it with neutral furniture in shades such as brown, black, and cream. Read on for our tips on how to use this technique for a chic look that makes a statement without causing sensory overload.