14 Wall Murals That Will Totally Transform a Room

Wallpaper has had its moment as a must-do and a must-remove feature in our homes. And although we’re confident tacky wallpaper borders from the 80s aren’t going to turn up in the pages of House & Home magazine anytime soon, there’s another type of wall covering that’s growing in popularity. Wall murals are affordable, easy to apply and remove, and can totally transform a room in just a few hours. To help you choose the right wall mural for your space, we curated 14 examples to inspire your next makeover project.

1. Misty Forest 

Support an independent artist and transform your room into a dreamy swirl of calming blues and greens with the misty forest mural from minted. This mural is printed on a peel-and-stick material that can be adjusted if you don’t get it right the first time. A 9 foot by-8.25 foot mural starts at $275. 

2. First Steps on the Moon

If you thought a space-themed room was just for kids, think again. This removable and reusable wall mural featuring the first steps on the moon is modern, textured, and will surely make a statement in any room. Panels range from about 4.5 feet by-3 feet to 15 feet by-10 feet and start at $165 with free shipping in Canada.   

3. Mullican Warehouse Brick 

An interior brick wall adds instant character and texture. But purchasing or renting a home with a coveted exposed brick wall is not always an option, and adding a brick wall isn’t a simple DIY project. Instead, consider this brick wall mural to get the look without making a permanent change. `And at about $165 for six panels, it’s a lot more affordable too. 

4. Amaya Black 

The abstract brushstrokes in this black and white mural available online from The Home Depot makes it easy to match up the edges for a seamless look on a large wall in an entryway or living room. This option is applied with an adhesive and starts at $113 for two panels that combine to cover 6 feet by-8 feet.  

5. Whitted Pastel Triangles

This wall mural offers a pretty palette of pastels that would work well in an office, kitchen, bathroom or gender neutral kid’s room. If you’re worried about spills or splatters, this option will stand up to messes with a semi-gloss finish that’s easy to wipe down. This mural comes with six panels that can cover up to 77 square-feet for $165.    

6. Romantic Flower Chandelier 

You’ll fall in love with this custom-sized Romantic Flower Chandelier wall mural printed on demand according to the dimensions of your room. Simply measure your wall, supply an image of your space and choose the peel-and-stick or paste-on option. Your wall mural will be custom printed starting at $5.48 per square foot.   

 7. Blue and White Shell

Pair this tie-dye wall mural with a pair of overalls and jelly sandals for a blast from the past perfect for a trendy teenager’s room. Once popular in the 1990s, tie-dye is back in style and this wall mural makes it easy to embrace the trend without making a permanent change. This is another option that’s printed on demand to fit your space starting at $5.48 per square foot.   

 8. Minimal Map of Paris

Travel to another city without leaving your home with a lifesize wall mural featuring a map from your favourite vacation destination. This option shows off the streets of Paris with a detailed black and white map. A package of panels covering an 8 foot by-5 foot space starts at $350 with free shipping in Canada.

 9. Fall 

This Canadian company’s wall murals give you the flexibility to create exactly the look you want by supplying individual decals instead of a stick-on panel. Cover These Walls’ Fall design comes with 44 decals for $90 in a range of neutral hues that will work in any season of the year. 

10. Cornflower Lake View

Cool, calming and totally serene, this wall mural will make you feel like you’re watching the most epic sunset any day of the week. The Cornflower Lake View mural is easy to install, tear-resistant and printed on a premium matte woven fabric so there’s no shine. Achieve bliss starting at $190 for a 6 foot by-8.25 foot mural panel. 

 11. Ice Canyon 

Add drama and moodiness to any space with the Ice Canyon mural from minted. This swirly mix of greens and blues will bring a bold but calming look to a bedroom or living room. A 10 foot by-10 foot mural printed on a peel-and-stick matte woven fabric is available for $370. 

12. Coniferous Trees in the Fog

With this mural, you’ll feel like you’re setting out on a calming hike in the woods, but without the bugs or bears. The Coniferous Trees in the Fog mural is washable, removable, and reusable and starts at $319 for a 12 foot by-8 foot mural. 

 13. Sanctuary For Sheldrick

Show off your love of animals and support the The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust with this versatile wall mural that would look cute in a kid’s room, but chic in any living space. An 8 foot by-2 foot panel starts at $95, and Cover These Wall’s donates 5% of sales from this mural to support elephant rescue and rehabilitation.

14. Canopy

Pair Cover These Walls’ Canopy wall mural with a rattan light fixture and fringed rug to go for a trendy boho look in any room. With a bold pattern but neutral colour, this mural will make a statement without feeling too busy. One set includes two 8 foot by-2 foot peel-and-stick panels for $95.  

No matter which option you choose, be sure to measure your walls carefully and follow the installation instructions to transform any space from boring to beautiful in no time. 

Source: realtor.ca