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39 Best Bathroom Wallpaper Ideas for Every Style

Bathroom covered with wallpaper of tan palm leaves

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Hanging bathroom wallpaper is a low-effort, high-impact way to spruce up your space. You can go bold with a graphic wallpaper accent, choose a subtle pattern to add texture, or cover every wall with a bold and colorful motif depending on the look and feel you want to achieve.

Adding wallpaper to different types of bathrooms—from hall bathrooms and powder rooms to guest bathrooms, kids' bathrooms, and primary bathrooms—is the perfect finishing touch to instantly transform what can be a drab, utilitarian space. Feel free to take risks that you might not dare to take in larger rooms with statement wallpaper that will make the space feel memorable.

A large-scale floral or bold horizontal stripes can make a smaller space feel larger, while a graphic pattern will create a sense of rhythm in a tight space. Try a landscape scene or an abstract design in a larger bathroom where the design has room to breathe. You can use wallpaper on one wall, every wall, or even the ceiling to complete your bathroom design.

Check out these bathroom wallpaper ideas for spaces of every size and style to inspire you.

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    Oversized Floral Wallpaper

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    Design by Lisa Gilmore Design / Photo by Amy Lamb of Native House Photography

    Lisa Gilmore Design chose dramatic large-scale Dutch Masters-inspired floral wallpaper by Ellie Cash to turn this simple bathroom into an enchanted garden. The dark tones of the wood vanity blend in well with the dark background of the wallpaper, while polished brass and fluted glass sconces add a bright note.

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    Swan and Lily Pad Wallpaper

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    Mary Patton Design

    Mary Patton Design used soft gray wallpaper decorated with painted lily pads and swans that adds a sweet and lightly colorful tone to this classic cool-toned bathroom. A beveled mirror and a pair of wall sconces add a vintage note.

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    Storm Clouds Wallpaper

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    Design by Studio DB / Photo by Alexandra Rowley

    Studio DB hung moody Fornasetti storm cloud wallpaper on the upper half of this clean-lined, neutral-toned bathroom to add movement and a note of drama.

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    Vintage Bathroom Wallpaper

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    Design by Kara Mann

    The black finely illustrated wallpaper in this bathroom from interior designer Kara Mann is the crowning touch that pulls together dark floors, simple frameless mirrors, and a pair of bright white vintage pedestal sinks to create a timeless and glamorous ambiance.

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    Multicolored Wallpaper

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    Design by Studio DB / Photo by Matthew Williams

    Using wallpaper in a bathroom is one way to link it to the rest of the space, particularly if the bathroom is located at the end of a hallway. Studio DB paired wallpaper with a paint splatter motif with a bright yellow painted sink vanity to set the tone for a kid-friendly space.

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    Deep Sea Bathroom Wallpaper

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    Design by Anne Rae Design / Photo by Jenny Siegwart 

    Interior designer Kristin Kostamo-McNeil of Anne Rae Design added a whimsical note to a simple bathroom with illustrated fish wallpaper in muted tones and a porthole mirror to add to the underwater illusion.

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    Bold Floral Wallpaper

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    Design by Studio DB / Photo by Matthew Williams

    Florals don't have to be frilly. Studio DB chose a bold floral wallpaper with tones of red, blue, black, and cream that stands up to the black marble sink in this sophisticated space.

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    Birch Tree Wallpaper

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    JK Interior Living

    Tree-themed wallpaper will give your powder room a sense of escape. JK Interior Living chose classic Cole & Son birch tree wallpaper to add a calming woodsy note to this small cool-toned bathroom.

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    Delicate Floral Wallpaper

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    Design by Mindy Gayer Design Co. / Photo by Vanessa Lentine

    For this girls' bathroom, Mindy Gayer Design Co. chose a delicate floral wallpaper pattern in shades of pink and green. The pastel pink vanity picks up on the wallpaper tones and softens the stark white bathroom and hexagonal floor tiles.

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    Abstract Wallpaper

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    Design by House of One

    Interior designer Brittany Farinas of House of One chose an in-your-face graphic pattern for this black and white bathroom that turns a simple room design into something surprising.

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    Banana Leaf Wallpaper

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    Mel Bean Interiors

    Mel Bean Interiors paired nostalgic banana leaf wallpaper with teal trim and brass fixtures and decor to turn a small bathroom into something nostalgic and full of personality.

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    Watercolor Wallpaper

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    Margaret Wright Photography

    In this light-flooded bathroom from Margaret Wright Photography, watercolor blue and white flowered wallpaper in a large-scale pattern creates a cheerful, calming ambiance.

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    Figurative Wallpaper

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    Design by Caitlin Higgins for Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    One way to wake up a vintage bathroom is to install an audacious wallpaper pattern that creates a focal point and looks like it could have been there for decades.

    In this bathroom renovation by Caitlin Higgins for Emily Henderson Design, a graphic pattern of male and female torsos embellished with tones of dark pink and mustard is a witty take on classical art that creates an eccentric backdrop.

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    Gray and White Wallpaper

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    Desiree Burns Interiors

    In this small polished bathroom, Desiree Burns Interiors chose boldly patterned, soft gray-and-white wallpaper. The door and ceiling are painted in a matching shade of medium-toned gray, and gold-toned accessories and fixtures add contrast.

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    Wild Colorful Wallpaper

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    Margaret Wright Photography

    In this eye-catching bathroom from Margaret Wright Photography, unapologetically bright pink wallpaper with a spiky floral motif stands up to the green tile shower to create a room full of personality and singular style.

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    Geometric Wallpaper

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    Leclair Decor

    Leclair Decor added energy to this simple bathroom with crisp geometric blue-and-white wallpaper and silver accents.

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    Textured Bathroom Wallpaper

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    Design by Mindy Gayer Design Co. / Photo by Vanessa Lentine

    Mindy Gayer Design Co. chose a subtle salmon pink-and-white wallpaper that creates a soft textural background in this small bathroom. Wood tones, mixed metals, wall art, and a vintage rug round out the laid back natural vibe.

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    Midcentury Modern Bathroom

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    Brexton Cole Interiors

    Brexton Cole Interiors covered the walls of this bathroom with midcentury modern-inspired wavy wallpaper in black and white. The rest of the design is kept simple to leave the focus on the groovy wallpaper pattern.

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    Patterned Green Wallpaper

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    Design by Kate Marker Interiors / Photo by Stoffer Photogrpahy

    Kate Marker Interiors hung fresh green-and-white patterned wallpaper in this small bathroom that works well with the white vintage-style sink and retro-style silver on the sink base, mirror, and accessories.

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    Dark Woodland Wallpaper

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    Kate Marker Interiors

    Kate Marker Interiors chose a dark wallpaper with a white illustrated woodland pattern to add charm to this Michigan rental cottage bathroom. A vintage mirror and free-standing marble sink complete the look.

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    Silver-Toned Wallpaper

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    Charbonneau Interiors

    Charbonneau Interiors added interest to a simple white bathroom with graphic metallic wallpaper that plays off the silver tones of the room.

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    Art Deco Wallpaper

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    Design by Laquita Tate Interior Styling & Designs

    Laquita Tate Interior Styling & Designs centered this bathroom design around a striking Art Deco-style wallpaper that transforms the space with color and pattern.

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    Teal Bathroom Wallpaper

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    Design by Tyler Karu Design / Photo by Erin Little

    The repeating circles in this teal-and-white wallpaper add rhythm and a shot of color to this spacious, cool neutral-toned bathroom from Tyler Karu Design.

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    Black-and-White Wallpaper

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    Twelve15 Design Studio

    Twelve15 Design Studio chose an immersive black wallpaper with a busy white hand-drawn motif that creates a sense of depth and movement in a small bathroom.

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    Subtle Patterned Wallpaper

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    Design by Cathie Hong Interiors / Photo by Margaret Austin Photo

    In this bathroom from Cathie Hong Interiors, understated wallpaper in a soft pink-and-white pattern adds a hint of texture and interest without overwhelming the small bathroom.

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    Black-and-White Floral

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    Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona

    Blogger Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona chose a soft large-scale black-and-white floral wallpaper for the top half of this guest bathroom that is visible from the hallway to make the room a feature rather than an end-of-the-hall eyesore.

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    Blue-and-White Bathroom

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    https://www.brittdesignstudio.com

    Britt Design Studio decorated this whimsical blue-and-white bathroom with geometric wallpaper that complements the curvy furniture and decor.

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    Coastal Bathroom Wallpaper

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    Design by Tyler Karu Design / Photo by James R. Salomon

    Tyler Karu Design chose a soft gray wallpaper with an illustrated rope pattern to complement a weathered gray wood vanity, marble sink, and beveled round mirror in this Maine beach house bathroom.

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    Gold Metallic Wallpaper

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    Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona

    Blogger Ursula Carmona of Home Made by Carmona added a peel-and-stick gold metallic wallpaper accent wall in her daughters' shared bathroom to add a touch of glam.

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    Kids' Bathroom Wallpaper

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    Design by JL Design / Photo by Reagen Taylor Photography

    JL Design hung illustrated wallpaper with pops of primary blue, red, and yellow to add whimsy to this kids' bathroom.

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    Multicolored Wallpaper

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    Gray Space Interiors

    Make a big statement in a small powder room with a bold multicolored wallpaper. Gray Space Interiors paired the feel-good pattern with shiny brass accents and layered on even more colorful art and textiles for an immersive effect.

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    Two-Tone Wallpaper

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    Alvin Wayne

    Dress up a small bathroom with a bold wallpaper accent wall in an abstract pattern, like this black-and-white New York City apartment bathroom from interior designer Alvin Wayne. The two-tone color palette keeps the pattern from overwhelming.

    If you're a renter or aren't sure you want to commit to traditional wallpaper, try removable peel-and-stick wallpaper instead.

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    Bathroom Ceiling Wallpaper

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    Studio Peake

    Embellish a bathroom ceiling with blue-and-white cloud wallpaper for a whimsical and dreamy feel, like this London space from Studio Peake. The intricate crown moldings are painted pale blue to complement the wallpaper and wall tiles.

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    Hand-Painted Wallpaper

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    Desiree Burns Interiors

    Hand-painted wallpaper with an airy pattern of pretty things like flowers, lemon branches, and birds will add timeless elegance to a small bathroom in an older home.

    Desiree Burns Interiors paired the hand-painted pattern with a modern mirror and an old-school pedestal sink.

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    Bathroom Accent Wallpaper

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    Studio Peake

    Bring your bathroom's color palette together with a wallpaper accent wall. Studio Peake complemented white tile and pale green shiplap and window trim with an accent wall of green-and-white wallpaper in a graphic botanical pattern for an updated vintage feel.

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    Pink and Blue Bathroom

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    Kendall Wilkinson Design

    Pair botanical wallpaper with bright paint, tile, and textiles for a tropical getaway feel in a pool or guest house bathroom. Kendall Wilkinson Design chose a peppy retro palette of bright blues and vivid pinks.

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    Vintage Wallpaper With Tile

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    Ashley Montgomery Design

    Pair vintage wallpaper with a half wall of colorful penny tile for a timeless feel, like this bathroom from Ashley Montgomery Design.

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    Mountain Scene Wallpaper

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    Kendall Wilkinson Design

    Use wallpaper to tell a story about the setting of your home with an illustrated graphic pattern and plenty of color, like this mountain home bathroom from Kendall Wilkinson Design.

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    Shades of Orange Bathroom

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    Michelle Berwick Design

    Pair a bold colorful sink vanity with coordinating wallpaper to energize a small powder room.

    Michelle Berwick Design paired an airy floral wallpaper with soft shades of orange with a bright coral sink and black accents for a breezy modern look.

What type of wallpaper is best for a bathroom? 

Vinyl wallpaper is moisture-resistant, making it a good choice for bathroom wallpaper. If you go with traditional wallpaper, be sure to apply a protective clear coat of varnish over the wallpaper once it’s installed to protect it from water damage, and seal any gaps between the wallpaper and baseboards with clear silicone caulk.  

Can you use peel-and-stick wallpaper in a bathroom? 

Yes. Peel-and-stick wallpaper is made of vinyl so that it’s moisture-resistant and won’t develop mildew or mold, making it an easy and affordable choice for the bathroom.

Does wallpaper make a bathroom look bigger? 

Wallpaper can help make a bathroom bigger if it features a large-scale pattern or a lot of color by blurring the edges of where the walls begin and end. Go bold with a multicolored floral or keep it more minimal with a large abstract pattern in black-and-white tones.