Mica wallpaper

Mica wallpaper with a natural sheen

With mica wallpaper you bring home a wall covering that shifts with the light. The fine mica minerals on the surface reflect every bit of light slightly differently, so a wall looks calm and pearlescent during the day and starts to glow warmly in the evening. This is not a busy glitter but a subtle, natural sheen that adds depth without taking over a room.

What makes mica wallpaper special

Mica is a natural stone that splits into thin, translucent layers. Those layers are applied by hand onto a non-woven backing, flake by flake. As a result no two rolls are identical: small differences in colour and texture are part of the material and make every wall unique. Run your hand over the wallpaper and you feel the gentle relief of the stone. That tactile quality sets mica wallpaper apart from an ordinary metallic print, where the shine is only visual.

Mica wallpaper by Arte and Omexco

Our selection features mica wallpaper from Arte and Omexco, two Belgian brands known for their natural wall coverings. Arte often combines mica with graphic designs and warm earth tones, while Omexco focuses on calm, even surfaces where the stone itself does the work. Both brands apply the mica to a non-woven backing, so you get the luxury of natural stone with the ease of modern wallpaper. If you want to keep exploring this natural segment, take a look at the metallic wallpaper and textured wallpaper collections as well.

Where mica wallpaper looks best

Because the sheen depends on the light, mica wallpaper works beautifully on a wall that catches grazing light, for instance beside a window or under a picture light. An accent wall behind the bed or in the dining corner gains instant atmosphere. In a hallway or stairwell the changing shine keeps the space from ever feeling flat. Combine it with matte walls and natural materials such as wood and linen, and the fine shimmer comes through at its strongest.

Hanging and caring for mica wallpaper

Mica wallpaper comes on a sturdy non-woven backing, so you apply the paste to the wall rather than to the paper itself. That keeps hanging straightforward, although the natural material does ask for a steady hand: work cleanly and avoid paste residue on the shiny layer. If you are unsure about quantities, work out the number of rolls you need in advance with our wallpaper calculator. Once it is up, the surface is colourfast and hard-wearing, so the sheen lasts for years.

Order mica wallpaper at Selected Wallpapers

Choose a design that suits your interior and order directly online. If in doubt, request a sample first so you can judge the natural sheen in your own light before dressing the whole wall. International shipping, duties & taxes included.