Can I use wallpaper in a bathroom?
If you have been playing with the idea of decorating your bathroom or downstairs toilet and wondered whether or not wallpaper is a good idea – the answer is yes!
These smaller spaces call out for bold designs and wallpapers are the perfect choice. Simply use wallpapers marked as washable – these are designed to handle high humidity environments and can be easily cleaned with a sponge. Washable wallpapers are the most suitable, but as long as your bathroom is well ventilated you can try to some other designs too. Check out our website for the full range of suitable wallpaper in our Kitchen and Bathroom section.
However, it is important to remember that even the washable wallpapers are not completely waterproof and therefore must be kept away from direct water sources where the area may be affected by splashing water. Simply avoid hanging it directly next to a shower or sink to protect your new beautiful wallpaper or read on for cool tips and inspiration!
As always, we want to offer our customers the most flattering and unique designs, because we understand how important it is to feel good in your surroundings. Turn the house into a home which suits your individual taste with our exclusive wallpapers.
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How do I know the design I like is suitable?
As mentioned above, wallpapers marked as washable are your go to when it comes to decorating a bathroom as these are the most suitable. Search for one of the below symbols – you will find it on the label.
Marked with a double wavy line, washable wallpapers are more durable and surface dirt can be easily wiped away by delicately using a sponge with no chemicals.
Extra washable wallpapers are marked with three wavy lines and are very suitable for use in kitchens and bathrooms as they are more resilient to damper environments.
Use Peel and stick backsplash tiles to prevent damage
Remember how we advised you to keep your beautiful new wallpaper away from sinks where water splashes could cause damage? But what if you really want the wallpaper to run throughout the entire bathroom? No more doubting, changing plans or searching – simply pair the design with our Peel and stick backslash tiles to protect the wallpaper and add more style at the same time.
The self-adhesive tiles are super easy to apply and therefore perfect for quick makeovers. You can effortlessly trim to the desired size to fit perfectly and they are very easy to clean too. An effective solution when designing a bathroom on a budget as there are no grout or special tools required – simply peel and stick! Giving your bathroom a new look has never been easier!
Check the full range of our backsplash tiles to see which one goes the best with the paper of your choice.
