Retro Inspired Designs
Mid Century Wallpaper
Embrace the iconic style of the 50s and 60s with abstract geometrics and organic botanicals in a warm, earthy palette.
Our collection of mid century wallpaper brings the celebrated design era to your home with a clean, modern feel. You will find bold abstract murals and stylised botanical prints in rich shades of terracotta, ochre, and olive green. Every mural is printed to the exact dimensions of your wall for a perfect fit. We recommend ordering a sample to see the colours and scale in your own light before you commit to a full mural.
Pairing Colours and Materials
The mid-century modern aesthetic is defined by its connection to nature and its use of honest materials. Our collection reflects this with a palette of warm, earthy tones. Colours like terracotta, clay, and orange create a welcoming atmosphere and pair beautifully with the dark woods, such as teak and walnut, that are hallmarks of the era. Designs like the Terracotta Arch Abstract Mural use simple forms and rich colour to create a focal point that feels both bold and grounded. When planning your room, consider how these warm hues will complement your existing furniture and flooring.
Alongside the earthy tones, our palette includes grounding greens, from deep olive to soft sage. These shades bring the outdoors in, another core principle of mid-century design. Botanical motifs, such as the stylised leaves in our Sage Banana Leaf Tropical Mural, work especially well in living rooms and bedrooms to add organic character. This colour scheme also works well with brass accents, textured fabrics like boucle, and low-slung furniture. For more ideas on integrating pattern into your home, explore our wider modern wallpaper collection.
Selecting the Right Pattern and Scale
Mid-century patterns range from playful geometrics to stylised natural forms. When choosing a design, consider the scale of the pattern in relation to your room's size and function. Large-scale abstract or botanical prints can make a feature wall feel expansive and artful, drawing the eye and adding depth. In a smaller room or a space with lots of furniture, a more repetitive, smaller-scale geometric might feel more balanced and less overwhelming. Our mid century modern wallpaper is designed to make a statement without dominating the space, using clean lines and uncluttered compositions.
Every mural is printed to the exact measurements of your wall, which means the pattern will be perfectly scaled for your space. To ensure you order the correct amount, it is essential to measure your wall accurately. We have a detailed guide on how to measure for wallpaper, which walks you through the process step by step.
Mid Century Wallpaper: your questions
How do I know how much MCM wallpaper to order?
All our murals are made to measure, so you only order what you need. Measure the widest and tallest points of your wall and input these dimensions on the product page. Use our wall measuring calculator for help.
Is mid century modern wallpaper difficult to install?
Our murals are designed for straightforward installation. This removes the need for overlapping or complex pattern matching. We provide detailed instructions for all our paper types, including our popular peel and stick option.
Can I get a sample before I buy?
Absolutely. We strongly recommend ordering a wallpaper sample to see the colours, pattern scale, and paper type in your home's lighting conditions. This helps ensure you are completely happy with your choice before committing to a full wall mural.
Questions about Mid Century Wallpaper
Which mid century wallpaper would you recommend for a living room accent wall?
Two designs read clearly as mid-century: Lattice, Ochre, a mid-century geometric grid in ochre and gold on off-white, and Soleil, Honey, a mid-century brushstroke pattern in ochre and mustard. If you want something quieter, Sumi, Etching is the black and white version. Murals are priced from $7.95 per square foot, with free shipping and duties included.
Which of your designs suit a mid-century home, I keep seeing MCM wallpaper?
For a mid-century (MCM) room, pick Lattice, Ochre for the geometric grid, Soleil, Honey for warm brushstroke energy, or Tasman, Moss, a mid-century eucalyptus pattern in olive and moss green. They pair well with warm wood furniture. The collection is the Mid Century Wallpaper collection. Murals are priced from $7.95 per square foot, with free shipping and duties included.
Mid century modern wallpaper in peel and stick for my apartment
Peel and Stick ($10.95 per square foot) is available on every design, and it comes off cleanly, which suits an apartment. Try Lattice, Ochre or Tasman, Moss. It is repositionable for 24 hours after hanging, so you can adjust it. Measure the full wall and use the wallpaper calculator.
Mid century style wallpaper for a bathroom?
Mid-century looks rely on geometry and warm colour. Lattice, Ochre is a mid-century grid in ochre, Soleil, Honey is a mid-century brushstroke in mustard, and Tasman, Moss is a mid-century eucalyptus in moss green. Any of these works on one bathroom wall. Choose Pre-Pasted for a well-ventilated room and avoid the shower wall. Murals are priced from $7.95 per square foot, with free shipping and duties included.
Can a mid century modern design cover a whole wall as a mural?
Yes, every design is printed to the exact width and height of your wall. Soleil, Honey and Sumi, Etching are mid-century brushstroke patterns that work well across a big wall. Add about 10 cm (4 in) each way to your measurements to trim at ceiling and skirting, and order the whole wall at once. Murals are priced from $7.95 per square foot, with free shipping and duties included.
Looking for a mid century geometric wallpaper for a home office
Lattice, Ochre is a mid-century geometric grid in ochre and gold on off-white with a medium repeat, warm and bright without being loud. If you prefer black and white, Palladio, Etching is a modern arch geometric. A sample lets you check the scale at your desk. Murals are priced from $7.95 per square foot, with free shipping and duties included.