Blue wallpaper

Blue wallpaper brings a room a sense of calm and depth that few other colours can match. From a greyed ice blue through a deep ink blue to a warm petrol, this colour always carries something of water and sky in it, and that is exactly what makes it so pleasant to live with day to day. In our collection you will find shades of blue across a wide range of patterns and materials, from quiet plain walls to bold panoramic scenes.

Where blue wallpaper works best

Dark, saturated blues such as navy and midnight work surprisingly well in rooms where you want to wind down. A bedroom or study instantly gains an enveloping, understated character. Lighter tones such as grey-blue and soft powder blue, on the other hand, open up a space and bounce the daylight around, which makes them suited to a north-facing living room or a hallway with little light. In a bathroom a clear aqua or a fresh cobalt looks excellent; there it is best to choose moisture-resistant vinyl wallpaper or dedicated bathroom wallpaper that can cope with higher humidity.

Combining blue wallpaper with colour and material

Blue is a rewarding colour to build a scheme around. Against warm wood, cane and brass a cool blue immediately comes to life, while pairing it with cream, sand and soft ochre creates a classic, timeless mood. For something braver, set a deep blue against terracotta or ochre yellow for a rich, eclectic look. There is plenty of choice in material too: a woven textile wallpaper in indigo feels soft and warm, while a blue metallic or glass-cloth finish adds shine and grandeur. If you prefer calm, a finely textured or plain wallpaper in a single clear blue suits almost any interior.

Patterns in blue, from botanical to graphic

The colour blue has a long tradition in interior decoration, from Delft motifs to toile de Jouy. That heritage shows in many of our floral and leaf patterns, where blue lends refinement without ever becoming busy. Blue also looks beautiful in crisp, geometric designs and in flowing, abstract patterns that recall water. If you are unsure how many rolls you need, use our wallpaper calculator to work out the right quantity quickly.

Advice and hanging

A pronounced pattern or a deep, dark blue calls for clean, even hanging, especially at the seams where any colour difference shows up sooner. If you are unsure about preparing the wall or matching the repeat, bring in a professional wallpaper hanger for a flawless result. International shipping, duties & taxes included.