Beyond Paint: Falling in Love with Wallpaper Again

Tom • August 5, 2025

Why Wallpaper?

Wallpaper allows you to create atmosphere and identity within a room. Whether you're aiming for soft and serene or bold and dramatic, there's a wallpaper to match every vision.

  • Textured wallpapers bring warmth and subtle sophistication.
  • Bold patterns can energise and define a space.
  • Stripes and geometrics can reshape how a room feels, making it seem taller, wider, or more cohesive.

Unlike paint, which offers colour alone, wallpaper brings a tactile and visual richness that can feel like a luxury upgrade — without the need for structural changes.

Wallpaper That Transforms: How the Right Design Can Elevate Your Home

When it comes to refreshing a space, wallpaper is one of the most powerful tools in interior design. While paint is often the default choice, wallpaper offers something unique — the ability to introduce depth, texture, and personality in ways that instantly elevate a room.

At Calico, we believe wallpaper is more than decoration — it’s a design statement that can completely change the way you experience your home.


Not Just for Walls

Wallpaper is incredibly versatile. It can be used:

  • To line the backs of bookcases or glass cabinets
  • Inside wardrobe doors or cupboards

These unexpected placements can add charm and personality without overwhelming a space.


Introducing Mural Wallpaper: Art for Your Walls

One of the most impactful ways to use wallpaper is through large-scale mural designs. These panoramic scenes and oversized prints turn an ordinary wall into a focal point — perfect for feature walls, bedrooms, offices, or dining spaces.

From abstract landscapes and botanical prints to vintage maps or moody cloudscapes, mural wallpapers tell a story. Many can be tailored to the exact dimensions of your wall, ensuring a seamless and bespoke finish.




Looking to transform your space?
Let wallpaper do the talking. Get in touch with us to book a consultation or pop in to explore our sample library — we’d love to bring your vision to life.


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