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The Best Adhesive Wallpaper to Peel-and-Stick Your Way to a Whole New Look

Put down that paint can!

Headshot of Melanie YatesBy Melanie Yates
floral print adhesive wallpaper in corner of living room with two cats sitting on chair
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While a fresh coat of paint can absolutely help revive a room, adhesive wallpaper really brings the wow factor. There are countless patterns, colors, and motifs out there that punch up the vibrancy, while also imbuing your space with a personality all its own.

The Best Adhesive Wallpapers

What to Consider

The end result of a fully wallpapered space is nothing short of stunning. To ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible, there are a few considerations to keep in mind:

  • Measuring and cost: Once you've decided on a wallpaper pattern, you'll need to figure out how many rolls you need to buy. Wallpaper sizes differ slightly from brand to brand, but this spec is readily available on each product's retailer page. Measure how much wall space you'll need to cover, and then divide your wall width by your wallpaper's width to figure out roughly how many rolls you'll need for the job.
  • It's a good idea to buy a few extra rolls — just as long as the retailer accepts returns. The last thing you want is to come up short when you're in the final stretch of a wallpapering marathon. Wallpaper patterns repeat, and the very end of a roll may not have the part of a pattern you need. Although this upfront cost can seem daunting, just know that the gorgeous end result will be priceless.
  • Installation: Using adhesive wallpaper is a bit like putting a very large sticker on a wall. Although it's definitely a lot easier and less messy than using wallpaper paste, peel-and-stick wallpaper takes a steady hand and a lot of concentration to perfectly apply.
  • From our experience, you'll want to make sure you have a step ladder and wallpaper smoothing kit at the ready ... and if possible, an extra set of hands. The process goes by a lot quicker when you have a buddy around to pull the backing off the paper while you adhere it to the wall, as well as someone to swap places with you when your arms get tired. Nothing bonds people together like a home improvement project!

We love adhesive wallpaper because it puts your signature touch on a room, even if you're renting. Although the process takes time and effort, it's a fun and addictive project that'll make you want to add even more pops of pattern all over your home.

Ready for a room redo? Here are 10 beautiful adhesive wallpaper designs that transform your space and remove without a trace.

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Floating Ferns

Scott Living Grey Vinyl Ivy/Vines Self-Adhesive Wallpaper

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Grey Vinyl Ivy/Vines Self-Adhesive Wallpaper
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Floating Ferns

Scott Living Grey Vinyl Ivy/Vines Self-Adhesive Wallpaper

$47 at Lowe's

Available colors: 1

Of all the wallpaper projects I've done over the past couple of years, my favorite one involved this gorgeous fern design from the Property Brothers' Scott Living brand. The look is botanical and slightly ethereal — perfect for adding a little brightness to a bedroom.

Although the pattern repeats, it's a straightforward design that's easy to track as you work your way down the roll.

See more Scott Living adhesive wallpapers here.

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Tranquil Waters

NextWall Serene Sea Peel and Stick Wallpaper

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Serene Sea Peel and Stick Wallpaper
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Tranquil Waters

NextWall Serene Sea Peel and Stick Wallpaper

Now 30% Off

Available colors: 2

This adhesive wallpaper creates a gorgeous, mural-like effect on a wall. It's a thick and sturdy paper with a matte finish. You (and your guests) may find yourself staring at this design, mesmerized ... as if it were really the ocean.

In my experience with this paper, it definitely takes a lot of concentration to align the wave design correctly. However, the repeating pattern is surprisingly forgiving if you need to patch up any small gaps toward the very end.

See more NextWall adhesive wallpapers here.

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Gorgeous Grasscloth

Tempaper Grasscloth Geo Adhesive Wallpaper

Grasscloth Geo Adhesive Wallpaper
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Gorgeous Grasscloth

Tempaper Grasscloth Geo Adhesive Wallpaper

Available colors: 2

This Tempaper adhesive wallpaper features sporadic geometric designs in a dark colorway that feels soothing and grounding to have in a bedroom or home office.

This vinyl paper is also textured in a grasscloth style, adding an extra layer of sophistication and warmth.

See more Tempaper adhesive wallpapers here.

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Springtime Vibes

Chasing Paper Blossoms Adhesive Wallpaper

Blossoms Adhesive Wallpaper
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Springtime Vibes

Chasing Paper Blossoms Adhesive Wallpaper

Available colors: 2

We feel 10 times more relaxed just by looking at this floral-accented paper from the Heiday x Chasing Paper collection. The design's minimalist, hand-painted blooms are pretty without skewing too saccharine.

The paper is made from VOC-free, self-adhesive poly-woven fabric, and we love that it comes in both peel-and-stick and traditional pasted versions.

See more Chasing Paper adhesive wallpapers here.

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Walk on the Wild Side

Rifle Paper Co. Menagerie Peel & Stick Wallpaper

Menagerie Peel & Stick Wallpaper
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Walk on the Wild Side

Rifle Paper Co. Menagerie Peel & Stick Wallpaper

Available colors: 3

Rifle Paper Co.'s wallpaper collection with York Wallcoverings is nothing short of stunning — each of the designs seems to have its own storybook-like quality.

Currently available for preorder, the Menagerie paper lives up to its name, featuring a whimsical abundance of flora and fauna in three different color schemes.

See more Rifle Paper Co. adhesive wallpapers here.

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Beautiful Backsplash

West Elm Mosaic Marble Peel & Stick Backsplash

Mosaic Marble Peel & Stick Backsplash
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Beautiful Backsplash

West Elm Mosaic Marble Peel & Stick Backsplash

Available colors: 1

If a real backsplash in your bathroom or kitchen just isn't in your budget, you can easily fake it with this adhesive wallpaper. This penny-tile style looks like it could easily pass for Cararra marble.

Instead of a roll, this adhesive wallpaper design comes in a set of eight resin panels that you can puzzle-piece together in your chosen area.

See more West Elm adhesive wallpapers here.

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Soaring Swallows

Hygge & West Daydream Wallpaper

Daydream Wallpaper
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Soaring Swallows

Hygge & West Daydream Wallpaper

Available colors: 15

This dreamy design from Hygge & West is subdued enough to cover an entire room without competing with the rest of your decor. It's a soothing pick for the home office area to inspire calming thoughts throughout your workday.

We love that it comes in a wide variety of color combinations to coordinate with your home. You can opt to go the traditional pasted-paper route, too.

See more Hygge & West adhesive wallpapers here.

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Dainty Dots

Spoonflower Charlotte Winter Dots and Spots Adhesive Wallpaper

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Charlotte Winter Dots and Spots Adhesive Wallpaper
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Dainty Dots

Spoonflower Charlotte Winter Dots and Spots Adhesive Wallpaper

Now 29% Off

Available colors: 1

For a small bathroom, stairwell, or entryway that feels completely blah, this Spoonflower adhesive wallpaper brings a little energy without having to overhaul your whole color scheme.

These scattered polka dots have a hand-stenciled quality that feels playful (and less precious than perfectly round circles).

See more Spoonflower adhesive wallpapers here.

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Matisse-Inspired Motif

Chasing Paper Floral Cut Out Removable Wallpaper

Floral Cut Out Removable Wallpaper
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Matisse-Inspired Motif

Chasing Paper Floral Cut Out Removable Wallpaper

Available colors: 1

Though Henri Matisse began making his iconic paper cutouts in the late 1940s, these whimsical shapes feel very cutting-edge. This artsy design livens up a breakfast nook, a nursery, or even a bland bathroom.

See more Crate & Kids adhesive wallpapers here.

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Faux-Exposed Brick

Tempaper Brick Vinyl Wallpaper

Brick Vinyl Wallpaper
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Faux-Exposed Brick

Tempaper Brick Vinyl Wallpaper

Still dreaming about the exposed-brick apartment that got away? Recreate the look on a dime with this whitewashed faux-brick adhesive wallpaper. You can go big- or small-scale with this one, and it makes quite an impressive impact.

See more Bed Bath & Beyond adhesive wallpapers here.

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Melanie Yates
Senior Service Editor

Melanie Yates is the senior service editor of Best Products, where she writes and reports pieces pertaining to the etiquette, dilemmas, and how-tos of gift-giving for different occasions. Previously, she was the site's senior home editor, covering all things decor- and bedding-related since 2015. Her digital byline can also be found on Bustle, House Beautiful, and Elle Decor. A longtime classical-music enthusiast, Melanie spends her off-hours enjoying performances big and small across New York City.

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