Bathroom wallpapers – our pick of the best

Who says you can't use wallpaper in bathrooms? You can, and to great effect. Take a look at these magnificent bathroom wallpaper designs for inspiration.

Give your bathroom a new lease of life on a budget with wallpaper. From realistic tile designs to coastal seascapes, freshen up your space and create interest with one of these fabulous feature wallpaper designs. Here we pick the best bathroom wallpapers to suit all tastes and budgets. Follow manufacturers' guideline for putting up wallpaper and use the recommended paste where possible. Many papers are now designed so you can paste the wall rather than the paper, making them much easier to hang. The best thing you can do to ensure a wallpaper's longevity in a bathroom is to avoid hanging it in areas that come into direct contact with water. Finally, make use of an extractor fan (or fit one if you don't have one), and turn it on as soon as possible to whisk away excess moisture.

Graham and Brown Beside The Seaside Wallpaper on bathroom wall

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Beside The Seaside Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat : 64cm
Roll: 10m x 52cm

Quirky and contemporary, this wonderful seaside-design wallpaper features a motif of traditional beach huts in British red, white and blue! This is a bright and summery design that brings colour and light to a bathroom. 

Beside The Seaside Wallpaper, £8, Graham and Brown.

Wallpaper Direct Faro Tile Wallpaper

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Faro Tile Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat : 26.5 cm
Roll: L10.5m x W53cm

This Albany Maison Collection faux effect blown vinyl Andalusian painted tile effect wall covering is perfect for both bathroom and kitchens. Shown here in a dark blue on off white backdrop. Other colours available. 

Faro Tile Wallpaper, £15.98, Wallpaper Direct.

B&Q Contour Blue Glass Brick Bathroom Wallpaper

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Contour Blue Glass Brick Bathroom Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat: 53cm
Roll: 10m x W52cm

This striking glass tile effect wall covering, in contemporary blues and greens, is specifically designed to stand up to the humidity of bathrooms and kitchens. Extra washable. Splash proof, ideal for kitchens and bathrooms. 

Contour Blue Glass Brick Bathroom Wallpaper, £12, B&Q.

John Lewis Designers Guild Piastrella Wallpaper

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Designers Guild Piastrella Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat: 70cm
Roll: 10m x 70cm

An elegant shaded tile pattern with vintage flecks creating the impression of an antique block print. A very adaptable moir embossed wallcovering, with some of the palette of colours offering subtle accents of metallic for added glamour. Made from vinyl. 

Designers Guild Piastrella Wallpaper, £89, John Lewis.

Very Superfresco Easy Nature Trail Wallpaper

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Superfresco Easy Nature Trail Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat: 52cm
Roll: 10m x 52cm

This pretty floral and butterfly design is perfect for any room in the home. It is as durable as it is beautiful with an extra washable, three-dimensional finish. Paste-the-wall product. 

Superfresco Easy Nature Trail Wallpaper, £22, Very.

B&Q Ceramica Natural Pebbles Wallpaper

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Ceramica Natural Pebbles Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat : 53cm
Roll: 10m x 52cm

A contemporary pebble design, ideal for high-steam areas. Peelable for easy removal. Wipe clean with a damp cloth to remove marks caused by everyday life. 

Ceramica Natural Pebbles Wallpaper, £12, B&Q.

Wilko Coastal Marine Wallpaper

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Coastal Marine Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat : 26.5cm
Roll: 10m x 53cm

Bring unique touches and a fresh look to a plain bathroom by creating a refreshing seaside theme. A relaxing montage of nautical scenes, ideal to get a tranquil and summery look at home. 

Coastal Marine Wallpaper, £10, Wilko.

Laura Ashley Pelham Duck-egg Wallpaper

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Pelham Duck-egg Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat : 45.7cm
Roll: 10m x 53cm

If you'd like to introduce a bit of graphic pattern into your scheme, but don't want anything too colourful, this graphic fabric design is an excellent choice. Suitable for all interiors, including well ventilated bathrooms and kitchens. 

Pelham Duck-egg Wallpaper, £16, Laura Ashley.

Habitat Water Stripe Blue Stripe Wallpaper

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Water Stripe Blue Stripe Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat: None
Roll: 10m x 52cm

Make your ceiling feel higher with a vertical stripe wallpaper. Made in the UK, this wallpaper print combines varying widths with an ikat-look blurred edge that colours outside the lines. 

Water Stripe Blue Stripe Wallpaper, £15, Habitat.

Homebase Marble Wallpaper

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Marble Wallpaper

Specifications

Pattern repeat: 64cm
Roll: 10m x 52cm

Get the look of marble without breaking the budget. This wallpaper has a realistic looking marble effect. 

Marble Wallpaper, £14, Homebase.

Deputy Editor

Jennifer is the Deputy Editor (Digital) for Homes & Gardens online. Prior to her current position, she completed various short courses a KLC Design School, and wrote across sister brands Ideal Home, LivingEtc, 25 Beautiful Homes, Country Homes & Interiors, and Style at Home.