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Tropical Wallpaper: Your Everyday Vacation Starts Here

Posted on: February 18, 2016 by admin

Ever walked into a hotel lobby and immediately felt relaxed? That’s the power of great design—and now you can recreate that vacation feeling at home. I recently helped a client turn her cramped city apartment into what she calls "a permanent staycation spot" using just one feature wall of tropical wallpaper. The best part? You don’t need a big budget or renovation crew to get the look.

Why Tropical Wallpaper Beats an Actual Vacation

tropical wallpaper banana leaf design

  • No flight required – Wake up to paradise every morning
  • Instant mood boost – Scientifically proven colors reduce stress
  • Works in any space – Even windowless bathrooms feel airy
  • Changeable – Swap prints with the seasons

Designer Secret: North-facing rooms glow with golden palm prints, while south-facing spaces shine with cool aqua tones.

Finding Your Perfect Tropical Vibe

1. Jungle Fever (For Bold Souls)

tropical wallpaper bamboo trellis

Close your eyes and imagine: enormous banana leaves wallpaper framing your bed, lush greenery making your morning coffee ritual feel like a resort experience. These large-scale prints work magic in:

  • Dining rooms (pair with rattan chairs)
  • Home offices (energy-boosting)
  • Powder rooms (instant conversation starter)

Real Client Win: A graphic designer used black-and-white tropical wallpaper behind her workspace. "It’s like working in a chic tiki bar," she says.

2. Beachy Keen (For Serenity Seekers)

tropical wallpaper fish wallpaper ocean life

Not everyone wants screaming brights. Soft sand tones, watery blues, and whisper-light palm fronds create calm in:

  • Bedrooms (hello, better sleep)
  • Hallways (narrow spaces feel expansive)
  • Living rooms (soothing backdrop for bold art)

Pro Tip:Gorgeous Grasscloth with a pearlescent finish mimics sunlight on ocean waves.

The Hidden Benefits You’ll Love

Beyond looking gorgeous, tropical wallpaper:

  • Hides imperfections – Those mysterious wall dings from last year’s party? Gone.
  • Defines spaces – Use behind a bed instead of a headboard
  • Renter-friendly – Modern peel-and-stick options won’t anger your landlord

Color Therapy: What Your Walls Can Do For You

  • Emerald Greens: Sharpens focus (perfect for home offices)
  • Coral Pinks: Sparks joy (try in dressing rooms)
  • Deep Teals: Encourages deep conversations (ideal for dining rooms)
  • Sandy Neutrals: Promotes relaxation (best for bedrooms)

Surprising Use: A client lined her walk-in closet with tropical print—"Getting dressed feels like packing for vacation!"

3 Mistakes to Avoid

1. Going overboard – One accent wall often makes more impact than four

2. Ignoring lighting – Test samples at different times of day

3. Forgetting the ceiling – A subtle print overhead creates a canopy effect

Your Next Steps to Paradise

Whether you crave:

  • The energy of a Hawaiian rainforest
  • The calm of a Maldivian overwater bungalow
  • The sophistication of a Miami art deco hotel

...there’s a tropical wallpaper waiting to transport you.

Need a guide? Our design team lives for these transformations: 
📞 Call: 888-366-3199 
📧 Email:sales@decormail.com

Final Thought: Your home should be your favorite destination. What does your perfect escape look like?