Wallpaper trends for 2026 are all about personality, texture and creating spaces that feel comforting but considered. After a few years of playing it safe, interiors are becoming braver again – with richer colours, tactile finishes and designs that really tell a story.
If you’re planning a refresh or just love keeping up with interior trends, here’s what we’re seeing lead the way in wallpaper for 2026.
1. Warm, Earthy Colour Palettes
Cool greys are continuing to step aside, making room for warmer, more grounding tones. Think clay, terracotta, olive green, caramel, soft browns and muted ochres. These colours create a calm, lived-in feel and work beautifully across both modern and traditional homes.
This move towards warmer, grounding colour palettes is being widely reflected across the interiors industry. Colour forecasting from the Pantone Colour Institute points towards a clear shift away from cool minimalism and towards more comforting, liveable tones that make homes feel welcoming. This direction is echoed in Pantone’s Home + Interiors 2026 forecasts, which centre on a sense of warmth, familiarity and a “welcome home” feeling.
https://www.pantone.com/uk/en/colour-consulting/trend-forecasts-reports
https://housewares.org/show-press-releases/2026-color-trends/
Wallpaper in these shades pairs effortlessly with natural materials like wood, linen and stone, making rooms feel cosy without being dark or heavy.
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Where it works best: Living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms where comfort is key.
2. Nature‑Inspired Designs (With a Softer Touch)
Botanical wallpaper isn’t going anywhere, but for 2026 it’s evolving. Instead of bold tropical overload, we’re seeing more refined interpretations – leafy silhouettes, trailing vines, meadow florals and woodland motifs.
Brand-led trend reports are also reinforcing this softer approach to nature. Wallpaper manufacturer Boråstapeter highlights nature-inspired colour palettes, heritage influences and a growing desire for homes to feel like a sanctuary. Rather than bold statement botanicals, the emphasis for 2026 is on calm, timeless designs that feel rooted and restorative.
https://www.borastapeter.com/uk/inspiration/trends-lifestyle/wallpaper-trends-2026
Designs feel more relaxed and organic, often printed in tonal or watercolour-style palettes that blend gently into the room rather than dominate it.
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Where it works best: Bedrooms, hallways and anywhere you want a calming, restorative feel.
3. Texture, Texture, Texture
One of the biggest wallpaper trends for 2026 is texture. From grasscloth‑look vinyls and linen effects to plaster, stone and woven finishes, textured wallpapers add depth without relying on bold pattern.
They’re perfect for creating interest in neutral schemes and are ideal if you love a layered, understated look.
This growing focus on texture is strongly supported by both editorial and design-led trend reports. Better Homes & Gardens notes an increase in trompe l’oeil effects, embossed wallpapers and block-print inspired designs for 2026, while design platform Dezeen continues to highlight a broader return to craftsmanship, materiality and tactile surfaces in interiors.
https://www.bhg.com/wallpaper-trends-2026-11855183
https://www.dezeen.com/interiors/
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Bonus: Many modern textured wallpapers are hard‑wearing and washable, making them practical as well as stylish.
4. Subtle Metallics & Soft Shimmer
Metallic wallpaper is becoming more refined and grown‑up. Instead of high shine, 2026 is all about soft metallic accents – brushed golds, muted silvers, champagne tones and gentle pearlescent finishes.
Used sparingly, metallic details catch the light beautifully and add a sense of luxury without feeling flashy.
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Where it works best: Feature walls, dining rooms, cloakrooms and glamorous bedrooms.
5. Stripes Make a Stylish Comeback
Stripes are back, but not as you remember them. Forget bold nautical looks – the new stripes are softer, wider and often slightly irregular, giving a hand‑drawn or artisanal feel.
According to Livingetc, stripes are one of the standout wallpaper trends predicted for 2026. Softer colourways, artisanal detailing and relaxed proportions are replacing the bold, graphic stripes of the past, making them far easier to live with in modern homes.
https://www.livingetc.com/ideas/wallpaper-trends-2026
Vertical stripes are especially popular for 2026 as they help visually lift ceilings and add elegance to smaller rooms.
Are full range of striped pattern wallpapers are here.
Where it works best: Hallways, staircases and rooms with lower ceilings.
6. Maximalist Moments (Done Properly)
While calm interiors are trending, there’s also a growing love for bold, expressive wallpaper. Maximalism for 2026 is about confidence – oversized florals, dramatic murals, rich colours and statement designs that become the focal point of the room.
The key is balance: one bold wallpaper paired with simpler furniture and finishes.
We stock a wide range of the most amazing maximalist and statement wallpapers. Check them out here.
Where it works best: Feature walls, home offices and spaces where you want real impact.
7. Heritage & Craft‑Inspired Patterns
Traditional designs are being reimagined for modern homes. Damasks, block prints, toile patterns and classic florals are returning with updated colours and cleaner layouts.
This trend reflects a growing appreciation for craftsmanship, heritage and timeless interiors that won’t date quickly.
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Where it works best: Period homes, dining rooms and elegant living spaces.
Final Thoughts
Across all of these wallpaper trends for 2026, there’s a clear and consistent message coming from designers, manufacturers and colour authorities alike. Sources such as Pantone, Livingetc, Boråstapeter, Better Homes & Gardens and Dezeen all point towards the same direction: warmth over cool minimalism, texture over flat finishes, and wallpaper that adds personality without overwhelming a space.
