The powder room can be a small but beautifully designed space when given the attention it deserves. And, wallpaper is a perfect material to elevate your interior design concept. In this article, we will explore how grasscloth can be used as the foundation for your modern powder room wallpaper ideas and be the jumping off point for a beautifully designed room.

Wallpaper ideas for your powder room 

How can I create a dark and moody room? 

The small space of a powder room is a unique opportunity to play with a dark and dramatic color palette. Often, these darker colors can be the most intimidating to use in design, since they make such a statement and need to be carefully balanced out with styled elements. But when considering wallpaper ideas for your powder room, this is a great place to start. A grasscloth colorway such as Japanese paperweave Stratus or Sisal Inkwell makes for an elegant powder room wallpaper that adds drama to your home. It’s a fun opportunity to play with your use of color when choosing wallpaper for a small powder room–so we love to see when people go bold.

While you’re going big with your powder room wallpaper and playing with unconventional design choices, consider making the most of your ceiling. Remember that bathrooms or spaces with showers and moisture are not suitable for grasscloth, but in your small powder room with wallpaper, ceiling installation is encouraged. This will give a cozy effect, resulting in a space that truly engulfs the senses. 

How can I design a small space? 

If you’re looking for more subtle wallpaper ideas for your powder room, as opposed to our dramatic suggestions above, consider an accent wall. Typically in wallpapered half bathrooms, this is best applied on the wall behind the sink and mirror which serves as the centerpiece of the room–equivalent to a wall with a fireplace in a living room. Choosing a bright or warm color can light up the space and create a glow that is even reflected in the mirror view. Select a grasscloth wallpaper for a powder room such as Sisal Blush, Sisal Coriander, or even something more neutral like Sisal Tonic.

Building on the above suggestion, a grasscloth accent wall, with patterned wallpaper on the other walls can be a creative and unique use of powder room wallpaper. If you choose a bold print like a floral or repeating pattern to stylize the space, a feature wall of grasscloth behind the sink and mirror can elevate the space with simplicity and elegance, while unifying a color scheme across other elements in your design.

How can I incorporate shimmer in an elegant way?  

One of the best benefits of grasscloth wallpaper is the variation in texture and surface that you can achieve depending on the chosen colorway. When considering powder room wallpaper, don’t overlook this effect, especially because of the way you can use shimmer wallpaper for a small powder room to brighten and expand the space. There are numerous paperweave options that add a touch of shimmer, while also being a softer weave with a muted, flattened texture. Consider Paperweave Ermine that combines the shimmer element with the visual wood fibers, or Paperweave Halo or Sisal Shale which offer a silver or blue hue, respectively. Finally, if you’re interested in the shimmer but also want a more raised  texture, you can look to Jute Teacake or Jute Abalone, which is a beautiful teal. Any of these grasscloth options will provide a light-reflecting surface that brings dimension to the small space–whether or not there is a window.

 

How can I approach styling a powder room? 

Our last tip when you're looking to make the most of your powder room wallpaper, is to be intentional with all of the accessories and stylistic elements in the space. Consider your mirror frame, hardware, flowers, towels, and tiles when looking for powder room wallpaper inspiration. Play with the way these elements will come together–do you have a bold gold mirror frame that will contrast beautifully with a deep, rich grasscloth colorway? Will your wallpaper texture play against your towels and floor tiles? Choose metals that stand out against your colors, accent with flowers and potpourri, and have fun with your stylistic decisions even though it's a small space.

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If you’re interested in installing grasscloth wallpaper to elevate your powder room–or any other room–explore our collection, reach out to our expert team, or order samples to see what will fit your design needs.