Modern wallpaper ideas - 10 of the best
The days of woodchip are long since gone so give your walls a new lease or life with a thoroughly-modern wallpaper makeover

It's not what you've got, it's how you use it that really counts. Well, at least when it comes to wallpaper... Turn grey stripes around and mix and match directions for an ultra-modern hallway look.
1/10 Striking striped wallpaper hallway
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2/10 Brickwork-effect bathroom wallpaper
Is it exposed brickwork? Is it wallpaper? Finally, here's proof that you can have the best of both worlds, in the bathroom at least - perfectly-pointed brickwork wallpaper without the draft.
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Wallpaper and Borders
3/10 Modern country-style floral wallpaper
Even country style gets a modern makeover with this bold blue chrysanthemum-print wallpaper. Use it to create an eye-catching feature wall in the kitchen.
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The Little Greene Paint Company
4/10 Living room with statement floral wallpaper
Whoever said less is more obviously hadn't seen this rather exotic wallpaper in hot pink. Afterall, why be sublte when you can make a statement?
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Bennison Fabrics
5/10 Cloakroom with bold orange and white wallpaper
A taxidermy bird is the focal point in this bold orange and white cloakroom. The children's wallpaper provides a clean, cool and contemporary shot of colour. We love!
6/10 Traditional bedroom with bold feature wall
There's something rather enchanting about this traditional-style bedroom. Woodland-themed wallpaper creates a dramatic and intriguing atmosphere... definitely no wall-flowers here.
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Cole & Son
7/10 Rustic hallway with wood-effect wallpaper
Create your very own cosy log cabin with this clever wood-effect wallpaper. Sheepskin rug and roaring log fire not included, but you get the gist...
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Graham & Brown
8/10 Blue living room with geometric wallpaper
This mid-century furniture in this living room is pulled together nicely by the flashes of bright blue geometric retro wallpaper. Definitely not for the feint of heart.
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Harlequin
9/10 Dramatic damask wallpaper in black and silver
Here, damask wallpaper is given a thoroughly modern baroque-style makeover with striking results. The black and silver flock definitely up the glam stakes...
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Graham & Brown
10/10 Dramatic living room with library-themed wallpaper
If we had time to read a wall full of books, we would. But seeing as we don't, we're a big fan of cheating! The library-themed wallpaper in this dramatic living room adds to the edgy and eclectic feel to the scheme.
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Deborah Bowness
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