How to Use Wallpaper to Create a Cosy Living Room

Ensure your living room is a place you’ll want to relax in and add texture into the mix. When we think of adding texture to our homes we instantly think of a chunky knit throw or beautiful velvet cushions to curl up in with a good book, but this isn’t the only way.

Textured wallpapers are understated yet beautiful and instantly add depth and definition to your living room walls. The subtle patterns within this type of cosy wallpaper add colour, detail and warmth – perfect for the entire space. Stylish and high quality, a textured wallpaper can also hide a multitude of imperfections, as each is printed on a heavyweight vinyl substrate to help give a smooth appearance on the wall.

Another common perception of a cosy living room is that you need to style with neutrals. In neutrals we do trust - and we are enduring fans - but deep tones can be equally as warming.

Wallpapers with dark backgrounds create a cocoon of cosiness and create a sumptuous base to layer with rich, jewel shades for vibrant warmth. Think a warm wallpaper in emerald green, citrine yellow, ruby red, sapphire blue, or amethyst purple.

Don’t be shy to use patterned wallpaper if your main aim is to create a cosy living room, but lighting is just as important when it comes to creating a much-desired atmosphere. Let your pattern shine through – whether it’s stripes, florals, or even geometric shapes – but aim for soft background lighting such as a table lamp for a warm glow.

Metallic interiors aren’t just for Christmas. We love to indulge in some on-trend metallic all year round. Wallpapers with metallic accents have a warming effect, they catch the light beautifully and disperse a warm glow around your home.

Position metallic wallpapers near a natural light source such as a window, for different levels of shine from day to night, creating a cosy home with a luxe twist.

Lastly, we couldn’t finish without showing some appreciation to a cosy style staple. Embracing an organic, natural feel and bringing the outside in has quickly become an interior design classic.

Ultra-cosy palettes of warming neutrals and greys bring to life eye-catching wallpaper designs of intertwining trees, trailing leaves and delicate florals.

A key styling tip? Follow the rule of three! Consider arranging your home accessories in groups – but just make sure they’re of varying sizes.

Arranging them in groups of odd numbers also works, as this tends to naturally capture your gaze, making them look more appealing and memorable. You can use this design strategy to brilliant effect with everything from cushions and wall art, to plants and vases.