15+ Trending Bathroom Wallpaper Ideas

Your bathroom looks fine I guess. It also looks like every bathroom you have ever seen in a rental listing right? If you want a space that actually feels like you without having to rip out the tile or spend a lot of money bathroom wallpaper can make a difference really fast.

I got really into bathroom wallpaper when I tried to refresh a tiny powder room. Two hours later I was arguing with a pattern repeat. Somehow I still loved the final result. So lets talk about bathroom wallpaper ideas that look amazing and actually make sense in a humid room.

Before you pick a pattern you need to think about the kind of bathroom wallpaper that will not fall apart on you.

Bathrooms can be really humid with steam and splashes. If you do not take that into consideration your wallpaper will peel off faster than you can imagine. So lets focus on finding something that’s cute and functional.

What to look for so you do not get disappointed later is bathroom wallpaper that matches how your bathroom is used every day.

You can choose vinyl wallpaper, which’s durable and easy to clean.

You can choose peel and stick wallpaper, which’s quick to install and easy to replace especially if you are renting.

You can choose moisture- options, which will not lift off or bubble up near the sinks.

You can choose finishes, which will give you peace of mind when accidents happen because they will happen.

I still turn on the fan after I take a shower even if I have bathroom- wallpaper because I trust ventilation more than I trust what the manufacturers say.

Bathroom wallpaper works well in certain areas. You do not have to wallpaper the bathroom you can start with a small area.

Powder rooms are great for wallpaper because they do not get as steamy.

Half-walls, above wainscoting look really polished. Reduce the risk of splashes.

Accent walls, behind a vanity can add a lot of drama without making the space feel overwhelming.

Have you ever noticed how one bold wall can make the entire space feel designed?

Here are some trending bathroom wallpaper ideas that you might actually want to try:

1. Moody florals, which are romantic but not too frilly are really popular now.

Dark floral bathroom wallpaper can make a small bathroom feel grown-up.

You can pair it with mirrors, brass sconces and creamy white towels.

2) Big Leaves Make A Big Impact

Oversized botanicals are really cool. They can turn a bathroom into something that feels like a fancy hotel. You can put botanical prints in a small bathroom and it will feel like you thought about how it looks.

You can make a tiny powder room feel special of like a hallway that nobody thinks about.

The best thing to do is keep everything simple so the big leaves are the main thing you see.

3) Watercolor Is So Calming

Soft watercolor washes are really nice. They can make you feel calm without being boring. You will see a lot of blues and greens and pinks right now. Who does not want their bathroom to feel like they are taking a breath?

This works well in bathrooms with white or light wood vanities.

4) Black And White Is Really Modern

Black-and-white geometrics are really cool. They can make your bathroom feel modern and new. These patterns also look good with metal finishes.

You have to be careful because if the patterns are too tight they can make you feel dizzy in a bathroom.

5) Art Deco Is Glamorous

Art Deco curves and scallops are really fancy. They can make your bathroom feel glamorous. You can get this look even if your vanity is from a box.

You should try this with globe lights and a rounded mirror.

6) Vintage Toile Is Classic

Vintage toile is always nice. It can add a story to your bathroom in a powder room where you want people to stop and think it is cute.

I think toile looks best when you use it a lot and keep everything simple.

7) Coastal Stripes Are Classic

Coastal stripes can be really nice. They do not have to feel like you’re at the beach. Thin stripes feel fresh and classic. They can also make a room feel bigger.

The best colors are dusty blue and sand and soft gray and muted green.

8) Grasscloth Without The Drama

Real grasscloth can be a problem in bathrooms.. You can get vinyl grasscloth-look wallpaper and it is not a problem. You get texture without worrying about the shower.

This is best for neutrals and organic modern styles and minimalist bathrooms.

9) Micro-Patterns Are Subtle

Micro-patterns are really nice. They can add texture without being too much. You can get style without using a pattern.

The best thing about micro-patterns is that they can hide flaws in the wall better, than paint.

10) Marble-print wallpaper for a look without the cost

Marble wallpaper is really popular because it looks like it costs a lot of money but it does not. You can put Marble-print wallpaper behind your sink. That is it. Your wallet will be happy.

Tip: pick a Marble-print wallpaper that goes with the color of your tiles like cool colors.

11) Tropical palms for a happy and fun feel

Palm wallpaper makes you feel like you are on vacation even when you are just cleaning the mirror. You can make this look fun or fancy depending on the colors and how it is made.

You can style it with matte things for a modern look or brass for a fancy look.

12) Murals that make you feel like you are else

Wallpaper murals are like a big picture. They can be a forest, a weird landscape or a painted sky. They look really good on one wall, especially behind a big bathtub.

Just remember to keep it simple: use lights and not too many things.

13) Terrazzo prints for a fun and modern bathroom

Terrazzo patterns add color to your bathroom in a way that is not too much. They look young and fun. Still nice. If your bathroom feels cold Terrazzo prints can make it feel warmer.

Terrazzo prints go well with tiles light oak and brushed nickel.

14) Checkerboard and harlequin patterns for a retro look

Checkerboard wallpaper is a way to make your bathroom look retro without changing the floor. You can use the black and cream colors or try softer colors like sage and ivory.

I think this pattern looks so good because it is so organized.

15) Stone-and-concrete looks for people who like industrial style

Concrete-effect wallpaper gives you an moody background without making a mess. I like this in bathrooms with clean lines and simple shapes.

It looks best with matte hardware, warm lights and natural wood.

16) Tiny fun prints because bathrooms can be fun

Little stars, drawings, tiny fruit or weird doodles. Fun wallpaper is great, in a guest bathroom. It shows people that you have taste and a sense of humor.

Just remember to keep it classy: pick one fun thing. Keep everything else simple.

Small Bathroom Wallpaper Ideas That Make the Room Look

Small bathrooms need a plan. You can still use colors and patterns but you need to think about it so the room does not feel messy.

Here is how you can use some tricks to make your room look better.

Vertical patterns can pull the eye up. Make your ceilings feel taller.

If you use backgrounds they can bounce more light around the room.

Large prints can actually work better than busy prints because they reduce clutter in the room.

Do you want your room to feel like a room or an overstuffed room? The scale of the pattern decides this.

You can try using a wall first.

If you feel nervous start with one wall the wall behind the vanity or opposite the door.

You will get an impact without having to put wallpaper around every outlet and switch.

Where to put wallpaper in a bathroom is important if you want it to look nice.

I learned this the way when I put a print on the wall and then the mirror cut the best part in half.

There are some ways to put wallpaper in a bathroom.

You can put it behind the vanity mirror so it looks good in pictures.

You can put it above the wainscoting to protect the walls and keep the room looking nice.

You can even put wallpaper on the ceiling for a surprise in bathrooms.

If you want to make a small bathroom feel like a luxury lounge you can put wallpaper around the room.

If you want people to say “wow” when they see the room put wallpaper on the wall they see first.

When you put up wallpaper it is good to be patient.

Here are some tips that can help you.

First clean the walls so the wallpaper will stick.

Then measure the walls twice. Plan where the seams will be.

Use a level to make sure the wallpaper is straight.

Turn on the bathroom fan when you take a shower to reduce moisture.

There are two kinds of wallpaper: peel and stick and traditional.

Peel and stick wallpaper is good, for people who rent their homes or do not want to make a commitment.

You can move it around. Take it off later without damaging the wall.

Traditional wallpaper can look nicer on walls but it takes more time and patience.

If you want it to be easy use high-quality peel. Stick wallpaper and take your time when you put it up.