Wallpaper is making a huge comeback these days. Why not use it to update your kitchen with fresh colours and patterns? The best thing about this trend is that there are options to suit every budget and skill level, from easy peel-and-stick options to ones you can paint to your liking.
If you're thinking about trying wallpaper, the kitchen is a great place to start. Many kitchens have very little open wall space thanks to appliances and upper cabinets, so you can get creative and create a stylish feel. Get inspired by these kitchen wallpaper ideas and have fun decorating your own space with this simple addition.
Kitchen Coffee Bar Wallpaper
Carson Downing
If the wall above your coffee bar at home is blank, fill it with wallpaper in an unexpected pattern. This colorful wallpaper is a modern take on the iconic Chinoiserie print, and it's sure to put a smile on your face as you brew your morning coffee.
Matching kitchen wallpaper and backsplash
Anne D. Schlechter
A wallpaper that matches the backsplash can make a big statement in a small kitchen. Keeping the colors and patterns close in size can work well together, like a green and white pattern. A beautiful botanical pattern lines the walls, while geometric tiles stand out between the counter and cabinets.
Neutral Kitchen Wallpaper
Werner Straube
If you have a simpler aesthetic, choose a neutral wallpaper colour, like this wallpaper with a hexagon motif, that will blend in with the rest of your kitchen while still adding a fun touch as an accent wall.
kitchen cabinets with marble wallpaper
Ann Vanderweil Wilde
Your kitchen cabinets don't have to be see-through to enjoy the power of wallpaper: a beautiful sight every time you open them to set the table. Opt for a less common wallpaper pattern, like this marble look, and choose a peel-and-stick option for an even easier application.
Imitation Materials
Werner Straube
This romantic grey kitchen wallpaper has an unexpected design detail that creates an upscale baroque look at an affordable price. Shapely swirls that look like marble from a distance match the room's chandelier, wall lighting and curved quartzite backsplash décor. Crown molding defines the kitchen's borders.
Wallpapered kitchen accent wall
Jay Wilde
Your kitchen may have an accent wall that doubles as storage or seating. Update it with a wallpaper featuring oversized florals in a soft watercolor palette. It's subtle enough not to overwhelm the space, but it makes a strong design statement.
Wallpapered breakfast nook
Francis Janisch
Like a coffee bar, a breakfast nook is perfect for adding a little fun with wallpaper and designating it as a separate area in the kitchen. Here, a brown Chinoiserie print welcomes diners as they sit on the banquette below.
Pink Kitchen Wallpaper
Helen Norman
Are you still stuck in the Barbiecore era? We don't blame you! Stick to pale pink geometric wallpaper to inject some color into your space and complement your kitchen decor with a pink patterned rug, velvet-lined dining chairs, and cut flowers.
black and white kitchen wallpaper
Kelly Marshall
Black and white kitchens have a timeless appeal, but there's no reason you can't rock tradition in your own kitchen. Floor-to-ceiling, checkered black and white wallpaper lends a retro feel and livens up this space.
Textured Kitchen Wallpaper
Jeff Harr
This charcoal grey chevron print wallpaper adds an unexpected and dramatic accent to any kitchen. If you choose a textured, dark-toned wallpaper like this, keep the remaining space to a minimum to avoid visually cluttering the room.
Blue Damask Kitchen Wallpaper
Edmund Burr
Usually seen in black, this blue version of damask wallpaper looks fresh in a predominantly white kitchen. Like the red patterned ceiling wallpaper we saw earlier, this motif matches the room's blue details, including the trim, tableware, and bar stools.
Abstract Kitchen Wallpaper
David Tsai
Turn your entire kitchen into a work of art by covering it with funky black and white abstract patterned paper. Extra points if you choose pink or another unusual color for your cabinets.
Nature-inspired kitchen wallpaper
Michael Partenio
The yellow leaf-motif wallpaper brings a bright feel to an already light room, and the accent wall also complements the kitchen's charming, rustic vaulted ceiling.
Wallpapered home bar
Edmund Burr
The best way to design a large, open kitchen layout is to assign sections to individual tasks. For example, if you have a bar area in one corner of your kitchen, try covering it with wallpaper to distinguish it from the rest of the room. This soft-colored kaleidoscope wallpaper is subtle but will grab the attention of party guests.
Three-dimensional kitchen wallpaper
Edmund Burr
Give your kitchen a striking yet understated look with this unique wallpaper on the inside of your glass-front cabinets. The predominantly black wallpaper matches the glossy black cabinets for an understated look, but the gold metallic diamond shapes on top give this wallpaper a definite style that makes it stand out.
Mosaic Kitchen Wallpaper
Better Homes & Gardens
Pale blue and white mosaic-patterned wallpaper is a perfect fit for this soft-toned kitchen. It blends seamlessly with the blonde cabinetry and coordinates with the deep blue pendant lights, lending just the right amount of visual appeal as a backsplash.
Watercolor Kitchen Wallpaper
Better Homes and Gardens
If you love French country decor, try this lovely pattern. With oversized blue motifs on cream paper, it looks like it's been painted on the wall. Feel free to use it in a traditional or French-inspired kitchen.
Wallpapered kitchen ceiling
Sarah Alba
Don't overlook the ceiling as a place to wallpaper your kitchen, especially if you have little to no free wall space. Here, the bold red and white pattern on the ceiling coordinates with the red kitchenware found throughout the countertops and cabinetry.
Partially wallpapered kitchen
Kim Cornelison
With so many wallpaper options on the market today, picking the perfect print can be tricky, but look no further than something as adorable as this peel-and-stick puppy print. The bright yellow and white pop against the bottom half of the dark gray wall, adding meaning to form and function.
Make a statement
Edmund Burr
Go for a garden-inspired design with a bold wallpapering idea for your entire kitchen. Traditional white cabinets, marble countertops, and open shelving keep the bright blue backdrop from overwhelming visitors. A green-painted island and playful fruit artwork complement the floral colors.
Combine wallpaper and accessories in your kitchen
Edmund Burr
Continue the pattern of your kitchen wallpaper ideas with coordinating artwork, accessories, and fabrics for a cohesive design. The black-and-white kitchen wallpaper that surrounds this space's cottage cabinetry continues on the cushions of the curved banquette, complementing the oil-finished bronze hardware. Brown kitchen tiles on the floor bring a soothing neutral feel to the patterned space.
Outfits on open shelves
Robert Brinson
Dress up your shaker-style open cabinets with a beautiful wallpaper backdrop or backsplash. Cut and measure your favorite design to fit the length of your cabinets before installing your shelves. The rich espresso details of this wallpaper add depth to the room and complement neutral tableware.
Warm Up White
Tria Jovan
White countertops and kitchen cabinets can quickly make a room feel oppressive and cold. A high-contrast kitchen wallpaper idea that frames your cabinets in an intriguing color can instantly create a sense of warmth. Small details like gold-plated hardware can also elevate the look.
Playing with patterns
John Gruen
This whimsical food-themed kitchen wallpaper idea adds glamorous detail to a neutral space. Apply it to a single accent wall, create a kitchen border, or wrap around a butler pantry for a touch of hidden glamour. The contemporary print gives this kitchen a modern feel.
Arouse interest
Werner Straube
Playing off big scale in a small space creates energy in a room and makes an impact without overdoing it. In this space, whimsical oversized zebra print wallpaper pops against the neutral palette of the fun and fresh wet bar area, while a large chandelier adds a touch of formality.
Contrast Color
John Bessler
Just because you're using color in the rest of your space doesn't mean your walls have to be safe. Upgrade from dull white paint to a glossy metallic modern kitchen wallpaper for a look that complements the sleek style of your back-painted glass backsplash. Neutral white cabinets will keep the color from being too overbearing.
Create a focal point
Anthony Masterson
Make the area behind the island a focal point with vibrant flowers. Butter yellow cabinets match this historic home's deep red kitchen wallpaper and cool blue island for an eclectic look where the colors stand out without clashing. Hardwood floors add warmth.
Specify the workplace
Michael Partenio
Create a useful and whimsical kitchen desk area with a bulletin board covered in colorful wallpaper. Unlike wall tiles or paint, this kitchen wallpaper idea is easy to update. Look for discounted styles and change them with the seasons. Easy to fix, won't fade, and easy to keep in place.
Decorate the range
Here's a look at where we got our kitchen design inspiration specifically: Here, the Parisian vibe comes from a vintage map pasted with wallpaper paste and covered in polyurethane.
Editor's tips
This idea can also be applied to other personal spaces: try it on your next bathroom wallpaper or incorporate it into your bedroom.
Marriage Style
Sarah Dorio
Blend past and present with these modern kitchen wallpaper ideas. Here, contemporary geometric designs blend with retro pendant lights and old-fashioned vinyl bar stools. Cherry red accents unify all the colors in the kitchen.
Display the stairs
Richard Johnson
Wallpaper isn't just for kitchen walls: Grasscloth wallpaper on the nearby staircase brings an organic texture to the open kitchen plan, providing a neutral backdrop for custom woodwork and splashes of color to pop.
Select a new neutral
Werner Straube
Kitchen wallpaper in a sophisticated Moroccan pattern adds visual interest to this monochromatic butler pantry, while fresh stencils help modernize the soapstone countertops and backsplash with authentic period appeal.
Dress up your backsplash
Philip Harvey
Ditch the geometric designs of tiles or panels for a fluid or organic look with a patterned wallpaper backsplash. In this contemporary kitchen, a paper damask pattern brings supple elegance to the hard edges of the stainless steel and lacquered cabinets. Add a clear, tempered glass panel over the wallpaper for added durability.
kitchen cabinet wallpaper
Edmund Burr
A glass front door cabinet is the perfect place to display your favourite dishes, servingware and glasses, but if you want to jazz up your cabinets a bit, try wallpapering the inside with a green and white checkered pattern to really make your dishes stand out.
