Formal wallpapers for dining room

Check out Kelly Wearstler for designer-approved wallpaper.

Thomas Loof

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Light-hearted and Classic Wallpaper

Designer Christopher Maya painted the floors in the breakfast room of a 1930s home with an octagonal honeycomb pattern. The bold color and eye-catching graphic print makes a modern statement in this otherwise traditional dining room.

A chocolate brown and sky blue color scheme grounds the space while the pale cream, pink, and blue floral curtains and wallpaper spread a lightheaded energy throughout the room. The wallpaper and curtains are a custom Tree of Life pattern from the Christopher Maya collection.

Check out Philip Jeffries for more classic and beautiful wallpaper.

Regan Baker Design

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Painterly Wallaper

In this family-friendly dining room designed by Regan Baker, a water color dream from Anewall dresses up the blank white canvas, filling the entire space with personality.

Check out Anewall to shop for artful, abstract wallpaper.

2LG Studio

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Texture-Rich Wallpaper

What could have been an awkward eyesore becomes the striking focal point in this little dining nook and workspace designed by 2LG Studio. That's thanks to the texture-rich wallpaper, which features a digitized collage of torn paper. Stretching from floor to the arch of the ceiling, it doubles as artwork and sets the color scheme for the rest of the room.

Moral of the story? Weird architectural quirks and small spaces can actually be quite beautiful when covered with an eye-catching wallpaper.

Check out 2LG Studio for designer-created wallpaper.

Paul Costello

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Customized Grasscloth Mural

Circus or dining room? In this space, you can have your circus fun and eat it, too.

The theme of the space was vintage Everglades—to fuse the homeowners's New England heritage with their new Palm Beach lifestyle— so decorative artist Brian Leaver painted the palms and flamingos over a grasscloth wallpaper, then created a trompe l'oeil tented ceiling.

Check out Phillip Jeffries for beautiful grasscloths and other natural fiber wallpapers.

2LG Studio

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Contemporary Floral Wallpaper

Let your wallpaper dictate the entire design scheme in your dining room. In this space designed by 2LG Studio, every color is pulled out of the wallpaper, from the planter to the chair frames. This creates a cohesive look and strong, recognizable personality without looking took formulaic. The industrial table, modern pendant light, and reclaimed armoire giving the dining room wallpaper an edgier twist.

Check out Cole & Son's to shop for timeless and on-trend wallpaper.

Francesco Lagnese

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Coastal-themed Wallpaper

Don't be afraid to a pick a theme and run with it. In this Greenwich, Connecticut, home designed by Lee Ann Thornton, the blues and whites along with the jute materials are giving us a strong coastal vibe. The wallpaper features an abstract flower print reminiscent of a shell motif, further strengthening the nautical mood without veering on cheesiness.

Check out Osborne & Little for a range of fun and classic wallpaper options.

PHOTO: Felix Forest; DESIGN: Arent & Pyke

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Modern Mural Wallpaper

Have we mentioned how much we love a good mural wallpaper in the dining room? In case you aren't yet convinced, here's another stunner brought to us by Arent & Pyke. "The magnificent de Gournay wallpaper transforms the whole [dining area] into a beautiful and inviting living space," the designers say.

Check out Calico Wallpaper for abstract and artful wallpaper.

Victoria Pearson

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Abstract Wallpaper

Choose something graphic and fun in a family-friendly dining room and don't be afraid to mix and match prints throughout the space. "It goes against decorating 101, but using small patterns together can be easier on the eye," says interior decorator Kristin Panitch, who designed this personality-packed dining room. The contemporary kaleidoscopic wallpaper is an welcome surprise against the upholstered chairs.

Check out Porter Teleo for artistic and painterly wallpaper.

Leanne Ford Interiors

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New Age Floral Wallpaper

Modern, photorealist interpretations of classic designs are popping up everywhere. In this dining room designed by Leanne Ford Interiors, the walls are covered in a contemporized botanical print that gives the romantic, old-school floral look a new spin.

Check out House of Hackney to shop for colorful and interpretations of classic wallpaper.

Studio DB

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Nature-inspired Nook

Monochrome swirls of agate-like wallpaper complete this dining room designed by Studio DB. The sand-hued built-in banquet along with the light hardwood floors and shearling throw pillow maintain that nature-inspired look while the green velvet seats anchor the room and give it a formal flair.

Check out Brett Design to shop for gorgeous photo-real wallpaper.

KARYN R MILLET

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Modern Repeating Floral Wallpaper

Florals don't have to be super dainty, nor ornate, nor stuffy. Take this dining room designed by Joe Lucas, for example. Before renovation, the dining room felt like a passageway to the kitchen, so Lucas made it feel more like a destination— and room of its own—with a bold wall covering.

Check out Kelly Wearstler to shop for designer-approved wallpaper prints.

Amber Interiors

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Neutral and Understated Wallpaper

Who says beige is boring? Cover half the dining room wall with a neutral wallpaper to offset the white paint and introduce texture without drowning the space in a loud color or print. This dining room designed by Amber Interiors is a great place to look for inspiration, where the layers of textiles and modern lighting steal the show.

Check out Schumacher for a wide variety of high-end wallpaper prints.

Bjorn Wallander

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Scandinavian-inspired Floral Wallpaper

The founder of Apartment Therapy's dining room is a piece of Scandinavia in the Hamptons. Inspired by Host restaurant in Copenhagen, Maxwell Ryan wanted warm and minimal Hans Wagner dining chairs. The matte pendant lights, sheepskin throws, and blond wood furniture soften things up (literally) and ground the space.

Check out Chasing Paper for fun, affordable, and temporary wallpaper prints.

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The dining room is a space where you spend a lot of time connecting with friends and family. It should be a welcoming and energetic place, but it doesn't have to be boring. Wallpaper is a great way to add a punch of texture and visual interest and make your dining room feel purposeful and intentional.

Whether you opt for a graphic modern choice, like this one from mydavidwillsonhome, or you're looking or something a little more traditional, here are some of our favorite looks.

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  A Cozy Floral Dining Nook

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  We love pretty much everything about this space from mssamanthasantana. From the happy floral wallpaper to the eye-catching hanging pendant, this cozy dining space may be small—but it's definitely not shy. Even if you only have a small dining space to decorate, the right wallpaper can add a lot of dimension without overwhelming the room.

  

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  A Modern Glam Dining Room

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  This contemporary space from rachaelsdrealtor proves that wallpaper is anything but stuffy and outdated. We love the combination of the black and white wallpaper with the gold finishes throughout the space to elevate the whole look and give it a high-end feel.

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  Wallpaper the Ceiling

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  Instead of wallpapering the walls, consider putting wallpaper on the ceiling for a show-stopping look in your dining room. In this dining room from mondaymondaycreative, a pink and green hand-painted wallpaper is placed on the ceiling and it totally transforms the space. This is a great idea if you want to make a statement in your dining area without taking away from the rest of the room.

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  Add a Pop of Color

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  A bright, happy wallpaper like this yellow option from changoandco is a great way to bring in a pop of color that is a little more interesting than your standard painted accent wall.

  
  When opting for a bolder wallpaper, look for larger patterns (like this oversized floral one) to avoid the wallpaper from feeling too busy.

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  Mod-Style Wallpaper

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  If you're looking for wallpaper inspiration for your Mid-century modern home, check out this retro-inspired space from my_house_on_abbey_road. We love the muted hues throughout the space and the streamlined, tapered furniture. A good rule of thumb when picking a wallpaper is to find a design that plays with the rest of your decor but doesn't overpower it.

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  Grasscloth Wallpaper

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  If you're anything like us, you can't get enough of natural fiber textures throughout the home. If you are looking for a unique, grasscloth wallpaper idea, this modern dining space from thejennyjames is a perfect inspiration. The grasscloth wallpaper in this space helps add a touch of texture to the space, but doesn't take away from the minimalist look and feel of the room.

  

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  A Wallpapered Breakfast Bar

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  Is there anything better than a kitchen breakfast bar? A kitchen breakfast bar outfitted with an engaging graphic pattern, like this one from the.garage.collective. This wallpapered island is a great way to add a surprising pop of texture that doesn't clash with the rest of the room. We love any wallpaper idea that feels a little unexpected in the best way. 

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  Add Faux Bricks

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  Exposed brick is enviable in any home—but if you don't have it, you can fake it. This wallpapered dining room from makinghomematter features a "brick" wall that gives the space a rustic, farmhouse feel we love. If the brick isn't your thing, look for faux-wood panel or bamboo wallpaper to add a touch of texture to your dining space.  

  15 Amazing Modern Dining Room Ideas

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  An Eat-In Kitchen With Wallpaper

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  We all love a great dining room, but sometimes it can be difficult to make it feel cozy enough for entertaining.

  
  This lovely space from soozidanson features a green wallpaper that gives the space a feeling of warmth and elegance that's perfect for a dining room.

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  A Traditional Dining Room

  Reena Sotropa

  Wallpaper is a great choice for a traditional or classic dining room. This room from Reena Sotropa proves that a large, bold pattern works well in a classic dining space. Pair any bold print with modern, simple furniture and lighting so it doesn't overwhelm the space.

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  Pair It With Art

  Casa Watkins Living

  While some wallpaper ideas are bold and textured enough to provide all the art a room needs, this lovely dining room from Casa Watkins Living proves that with the right pattern, you can mix in wall art with wallpaper. The simple wallpaper is subtle enough to play well with the colorful images throughout the room.

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How to choose wallpaper for the dining room: think about beauty, don't forget about functionality!

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Surely, many of you remember the amazing film adaptation of Mikhail Afanasyevich Bulgakov's immortal story "Heart of a Dog" and the luxuriously emotional scene of the visit of representatives of the house committee to Professor Preobrazhensky during lunch.

The dining room is a room in the house, which for quite a long period of time was undeservedly forgotten on the territory of our country. Indeed, what kind of dining room could we talk about if at first people lived in barracks, “communal apartments” and houses with a corridor system, and then moved to typical Soviet apartments, in which even kitchens often had very modest dimensions. Fortunately, everything is changing and now you will not surprise anyone with the presence of a full-fledged dining room in a city apartment and, especially, in a country house. Therefore, many homeowners have a question about which wallpaper to choose for decorating the dining room in order to make this room truly beautiful, comfortable, convenient and cozy.

At first glance, it may seem that choosing wallpaper for the dining room can be quite easy. I found a wallpaper that matches the color and pattern, glued it and you're done! But the first negative consequences of such a superficial and even frivolous choice of finishing material for the walls of the dining room may appear already a few months after the repair. Therefore, when choosing wallpaper for the dining room, one should not only think about beauty, but also do not forget about the functionality of the wall coverings that will be pasted in this dining room. Especially if, according to the latest trends in interior design, your dining room is combined with a kitchen and living room.

The interior decoration of the dining room must be approached, taking into account the likely scenarios for the operation of this room. Strong and persistent aromas from freshly cooked food, splashes of wine or natural juices, high traffic and periodic occupancy of the room by a large number of people, frequent rearrangement and transformation of furniture (moving chairs, laying out the dining table, etc.

Habitual wallpaper is unlikely to be able to withstand prolonged exposure to the above factors without losing its original appearance. Vinyl or paper wallpapers will absorb the whole bouquet of smells, then exuding a not at all noble “aroma”, incredibly persistent splash marks will not be completely washed off, and the workload of the room with people and the change of scenery with the movement of furniture can cause irreversible damage to ordinary wallpaper. Therefore, for the dining room it is required to choose wallpapers that will not be susceptible to strong odors, will be able to withstand aggressive external influences and not be damaged, and, of course, you should choose real washable wallpapers for the dining room.

All these and many other unique properties combine Wellton and Oscar glass wall papers. They are the best available options for interior decoration of dining rooms in city apartments and country houses.

In addition, cullet has an incredibly long service life - more than 50 years, and is a reliable protector of the house from fire, as it is the material of the highest and safest fire class KM1 in the group. All these and other wonderful properties of glass wall paper make them an ideal solution for interior wall decoration in dining rooms and similar combined spaces, combining cooking, eating and just relaxing areas, if the kitchen and dining room are combined in your home with the living room.

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How to choose a wallpaper pattern and stick it out of the box

Natalya Preobrazhenskaya, a regular contributor to the Houzz.ru repair and design portal, interior designer and decorator, head of a design studio, shares her experience on how to choose drawing on the wallpaper.

Anna Zalesskaya

I often hear that the owners of standard apartments and designers, when working with "small-sized" apartments, are very limited in their choice of wallpaper. They say that the patterns and colors on the walls of magazine interiors are certainly beautiful, but in some new building they will instantly “eat up” already insignificant volumes. So let's choose a standard beige "rib" and a white plinth to it. Is it really objective? My answer is no

1. Remove corners

From: Valeria Maslova design studio — Find new interior solutions: design ideas

Wallpaper is not only decoration, but also a tool for correcting space.

Even in a tiny bedroom, as in the photo, this technique works great: in the evening in the semi-darkness, the ornament will not interfere, and in the morning it will “cheer you up” as soon as you open your eyes.

From: Berphin Interior — Find original interior design photos: design ideas

In the kitchen-living room in the photo, the wall covered with active wallpaper additionally works to “disguise” the kitchen set, diverting attention from it.

There is an opinion that large and flashy ornaments are contraindicated for small-sized rooms, but let me disagree. The point is not the size of the pattern, but its "degree of presence" in the room.

Posted by Douglas Williams Photography — Other Interior Solutions: Living Rooms

For anyone in doubt, it's best to start with a single wall behind the headboard.

Decorate the room, there will be no “ripple” in the eyes of the person lying in bed. But in this case, you will have to rack your brains with the selection of furniture (plain and contrasting with a bright or colorful background).

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2. Add wallpaper skirting

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Perhaps the most famous way to combine wallpaper is to paste over the wall according to the “dark bottom, white top” principle.

The proportions are usually taken 1:2 (the upper part is twice as large). And two types of wallpaper are combined.

Try to break both rules: change the proportion and combine the wallpaper plinth with any other wall finishing material - paint, wallpaper, mirror panels.

Proportions matter

"Narrow bottom, wide top" technique suitable for rooms with low ceilings; then measure the lower part no more than 1 meter in height. In this case, align the wallpaper line with the floor - otherwise, the non-parallelism in relation to it will immediately catch your eye.

Wide bottom and narrow top are appropriate in spacious and high rooms. Use this method to wallpaper your living room, dining room, or master bedroom to visually "lower" the ceiling.

From: Desatori — Find new interior solutions: bedrooms

When combined horizontally, you can either beautifully paste wallpaper in a room in two colors that contrast with each other, or choose monochrome options with different prints or textures (for example, the top honor " under textiles, ` bottom under plaster).

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The combination of wallpaper with wall panels looks noble as in the photo.

What exactly will be at the top and what will be at the bottom is up to you. I'm just trying to show that the 1:2 rule isn't the only way to match wallpapers in a room.

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Don't forget to cover the horizontal seam of wallpaper with a border - paper, wood slats or ceiling plinth.

The choice depends primarily on the thickness of the wallpaper itself: if the texture and thickness at the junction are approximately the same, then a paper border will do. It will no longer hide a noticeable difference in thickness.

Please note: edging between wallpaper and wall panel can be neutral or actively draw attention to itself, as in the combination in the interior in the photo.

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, but there is a place to be. When handled correctly, it even visually expands the space.

I advise you to carefully use a horizontally oriented wallpaper pattern in combination with bright colors and active prints: it will ripple in the eyes. Your choice is monochrome.

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canvases with a similar texture and the same width. But their shade often differs either within the same color (monochrome version), or more dramatically, but not too contrastingly. As an option, you can alternate plain stripes and wallpaper with an ornament. As a rule, vertical stripes are more accentuated than horizontal bisects, so the use of vertical stripes on the walls most often acts as a decorative technique in itself.

Do not forget to close the horizontal joint of the wallpaper with a border - paper, wood strips or ceiling plinth.

5. One wall that pleases the eye

From: Victoria Kiorsak — Find new interior solutions: design ideas

Quite a lot we talk about accent walls that attract the eye and decorate the room. Usually they are very active, contrasting with other walls. And that is why the accent wall is advised to be removed from the field of view.

What if the other way around? Buy expensive wallpaper only for the wall that falls into your line of sight. And admire them while lying in bed or sitting on the sofa. At the same time, decorate the other walls in a neutral way - with simple wallpaper or paint.

6. With continuation to the ceiling

Author: Xenia Design Studio — View photos of interior design: bedrooms

Sometimes the role of that very accent wall can be played by ... the ceiling. Pasted over with catchy wallpaper in combination with discreet canvases on the walls, it will probably be too bold a solution for an apartment with a low ceiling.

However, if, for example, you live in an apartment with ceilings from three meters or are looking for an unusual solution for a ceiling in the attic, you can afford it.

Look at the living room in the photo. It would be quite a classic American interior - light, airy, with a clear geometry. But here a floral riot breaks in from above - it looks fantastic.

Author: Laura U, Inc. — More design ideas: dining rooms

Another option is the ceiling as an extension of the accent wall. With the help of a difference in textures or wallpaper colors, you can quite clearly define the dining area in the kitchen or, say, the bed area in the bedroom. If your ceiling is standard 2.65 meters high, then just choose a combination of two types of wallpaper that is not too contrasting. Let it be better that they differ in texture or a barely noticeable ornament. In the bedroom in the photo, the designer added active curtains to smooth out the effect of the visual "overhang" of the ceiling.

From: Elizabeth Interiors — Find original interior design photos: bedrooms

5. Light and dark

ways to work with the geometry of rooms, especially small ones. Depending on the arrangement of furniture, one or two walls in the room can be glued with contrasting dark ones, leaving light ones for the rest. So the room will seem more spacious, because the dark color has the ability to "fall through" - it becomes implicitly close or far.

From: Ahre Fastighetsbyrå - Find new interior solutions: kitchens

A dark wall with a window opening is a winning solution, as it is against the light and does not participate in its reflection. And this means that in lighting the room you do not lose anything.

Author: deakins design group — More interior design photos: bedrooms

To give the room depth and height at the same time, stick dark wallpaper near the windows, and on the wall farthest from the entrance, almost in tone with the lightest floor or ceiling.

From this, the space will seem a little narrower and longer, but for compact square rooms or, for example, attic rooms, this is a good solution.

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6. Wallpaper patchwork

Author: Yashina Maria | Different Rooms - View photos of interior design: bedrooms

If you have 5-6 canvases of different patterns at your disposal, make a panel. The neighborhood of different colors and textures - for example, a combination of smooth and embossed wallpapers, glossy and matte finishes - can give a very interesting decorative effect. In the interior in the photo, the designer cut out pieces of 45x45 cm and made a collage out of them. So if you still have wallpaper rolls from the previous repair or you are limited in funds for a new one, collect "one roll" from your friends and make a trendy wall.

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