How To Choose A Wallpaper Style That Won't Look Like Your Grandma's Walls

Granny-core is trending hard right now, with old-school decor your grandma loved making a chic comeback. But this doesn't mean you want to bring this vibe into your home. First, like many fads, this trend may not be as popular in five years, and you don't want to put wallpaper up only for it to feel cringe after a while. Plus, you may also just not like the grandma style, as it can feel musty and old. But what if you love bold wallpaper? Can you put up a floral print without falling into granny-core? Thankfully, there are things you can do to keep it feeling modern, namely by choosing a wallpaper that incorporates artwork in the design.

To avoid grandma wallpaper styles in your home, you can either go bold or go neutral. Sounds contradictory, right? But hear us out. Bold mural wallpaper styles, such as those with botanical, forest, or tropical artwork, are very popular right now, and have been ever since maximalism exploded onto the scene. Think large, oversized prints that lean into the colors of nature. There is a fresh feel to these designs, letting us play with mural artwork in wallpaper without going down that granny route. 

Another way you can use statement wallpapers is to go neutral and timeless. Picking one or two neutral colors for your wallpaper means that you can avoid it looking outdated, as it allows you to modernize the space as the years go by. Other colors that tend to have staying power in interior design trends include soft blues, natural greens, and earth and clay hues. These are great backdrop colors for mural wallpapers, as they are versatile enough for you to change up your space without anything feeling too jarring or old-fashioned. 

Floral and nature wallpaper is always evolving, with these motifs often used in mural-style designs. If you want to bring florals or nature-themed artwork into your home without it feeling old-fashioned, it is helpful to know what to look for and what to avoid. Wallpaper that has that grandma energy often has a vintage style, with small, repeated patterns. So, watch out for the size of the pattern and the colors when picking your wallpaper. Mustard yellows, greens, and oranges bring a '70s feel into your space, which may create a grandma vibe. Instead, look for trending or timeless colors for your wallpaper. 

Brooding artwork in deep red, teal, gold, or khaki are extremely popular right now and often feel like the antithesis of cottagecore decor that defines grandma vibes. Going for oversized floral and nature prints will also help your home feel fresh. Floor to ceiling scenes that are bustling with leaves, earthy colors, and wildlife make a statement and bring personality into a space, allowing you to experiment with mural artwork while avoiding outdated wall trends.