Retro wallpaper

Immerse your space in a vintage paradise with retro wallpaper for walls that turns your home into a heart-winning nook. Our extensive range allows you to explore bygone beauty and bring the old magic to modern rooms. From antique flower wallpapers of the 70s to bold and colourful patterns of mid-century, retro wallpapers are amazing as they were a decade ago. Perfect for nostalgia and a bit of drama, our retro styles are popular across the U.K. and deliverable with free samples. Browse our eclectic range now and give your space a reminiscence with our exclusive retro designs.

What is so unique about retro wallpaper?

Wallpaper with a retro effect is a timeless and evergreen addition to versatile spaces, which features unique designs and lively colours. They are made for adding warmth and comfort to the space, which manifests in a meaningful interior. The wallpaper retro style evokes sentimental value and nostalgia of the good old days when everything was simple and sorted just like the retro designs. 

What are some room inspirations acquired through retro designs?

Bedroom

Retro wall designs in UK bedrooms should be soft and cozy, complementing the warm and earthy aesthetics. A retro-inspired flower wallpaper featuring roses, peonies, daisies, etc, might be great for restful bedrooms. The delicate florals blend beautifully with the traditional homes of the UK, bringing a lot of personality and character indoors.

Living room

Retro style wallpaper in UK incorporates bold brushstrokes and dramatic hues, which transform the space into a fun-filled spot. For instance, the living room decor, which includes bright, bold colours and interesting patterns, will undoubtedly catch the eye with an engaging flair and overcome boredom with stunning retro pattern wallpaper.

Kitchen

Your kitchen can be filled with stunning 70s retro kitchen wallpaper, which revives the space with something interesting and warm. It might be geometric elegance or an abstract fusion that evokes timeless chic, inside and out. Our 70s collection is unique, carrying the legacy of age-old designs that add visual comfort to backsplashes, cabinets, shelves, and more.

Bathroom

Make your bathroom practical with retro peel-and-stick wallpaper, designed explicitly for spaces with high-humidity levels. The unique texture of the peel-and-stick (also known as removable wallpaper) remains dry even in high-moisture environments and exudes charm even after water splashes fall on it. The nature-inspired retro design, or a leafy decor, would help your bathroom look uniquely glamorous and bring a soothing sense of calm indoors.

What are the key benefits of retro wallpapers?

Design flexibility

Our retro 70s wallpaper is design-flexible with multiple options such as repeat botanicals, damask, baroque and geometric patterns, adding vibrant composition for a timeless makeover. Classical wallpapers such as chinoiseries and art deco are still very much in use for stunning home interiors that are inspired by retro and vintage.

Endurance

The modern appreciation of quality keeps the ingenious retro design alive to this day, and it remains on the wall until one wishes to remove it. The retro mural wallpaper is unbelievably easy to maintain and stands the test of time with high endurance.

Affordable

All new retro wallpapers are affordable in Giffywalls’ online store, which stocks a plethora of designs with vintage-inspired motifs. These crafted elegances are creatively designed and available in a budget-friendly range.

Easy to maintain

Retro wallpapers are easy to maintain and mostly breeze cleaned with a damp cloth. The texture is water-resistant and withstands the moisture of a wet cloth for cleaning purposes.

Easy to apply

Retro peel-and-stick wallpapers are easy to apply, unlike the traditional wall coverings with woven materials. All you need is to peel the backing and stick it directly on the wall, and gently push the wallpaper on the surface for a smooth finish.

Giffywalls’ extensive range is a unique option for a versatile decor that face lifts any space with warmth and wonder. Adding our retro collection to your statement will fetch the charm and make the ambience attractive like never before. Browse the range thoroughly and explore the designs that match your aesthetics.

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FAQs

Which materials is best for wallpaper?

Wallpapers are made from standard paper, canvas paper, premium paper, peel and stick materials for durability and style.

Measure the wall's width and height, adding 2–4 inches for trimming. Check for obstacles like windows or doors and note their dimensions. Double-check measurements before ordering!

Pick a design, enter wall dimensions, choose material, and place your order. Contact support for help!

Retro peel and stick wallpaper combines the beauty of vintage design with modern fashion, making it easy to remodel a space. It can be installed and removed with ease which makes it ideal for renters, do-it-yourself aficionados. Also, the self-adhesive backing means no messy glue is required and it can be repositioned or removed without damaging the walls.

Retro evokes warmth bringing living spaces and personality to life. Beyond aesthetics, it brings emotional value as it reminds people of past decades, and is therefore often remembered. Retro is known for bold patterns, vibrant colors, and uniqueness which differentiates change from modern interiors.

Retro wallpaper is geometric in nature and highly floral. It is defined by bold colored patterns and florals along with vibrant brush strokes paired with deep color palettes. Retro draws inspiration from decades passed in design trends focusing on the 80s.

Some of the most prominent retro patterns include large flowers, geometry, damask, Shabby Chic, Scandinavian, and Pop Art. These patterns are often arranged in a delicate manner and have bright colors.

Retro refers to modern interpretations or reproductions of design styles while vintage refers to non-copiable items from a specific time period. These items usually have characteristics of a particular time, but retro items are usually made in newer colors or softer alters.

Pasted over wallpaper as well as peel and stick methods breathe new life into classic designs alongside flexible and easy approach. The bold and nostalgic nature of retro designs makes them easily memorable and expressive which is the reason they continue to cycle throughout fashion and remains iconic due to their timelessness.

Adding retro wallpaper instantly gives a vivid, welcoming atmosphere full of warmth along with endless personality. It is a great choice for anyone hungry to create a bold space bursting with life.

In the wake of rising interest in retro and vintage styles post-pandemic, there has been a marked increase in the use of retro wallpaper to introduce character into interiors, breaking away from minimalist designs.

Mustard yellow, avocado green, vibrant blues, and burnt orange are some of the bold colors that are often featured on retro wallpaper. The pastel and earthy tones common in the designs from the 50s and 60s are also frequently used in retro designs.

The mood of the room determines which colors to use. For a lively feel, consider using warmer colors. If you are going for softer pastel, then a more subdued feel is created. Use original retro designs and patterns, but alter them to fit your style and the lighting in the room.

Custom options are available through Giffywalls. You can tailor specific colors and patterns to fit your vision and interior decor.