Antique Wallpaper

Antique wallpaper is a mural drawn from old decorative styles. Faded damask, aged plaster, worn florals and old print. Giffywalls prints each design to the exact size of your wall, so it fits from skirting to ceiling.

Why Antique Wallpaper Belongs in British Homes

We have the housing stock for it. Victorian terraces, Georgian townhouses, Edwardian semis and stone cottages. An aged wall does not fight those rooms. It settles into them as though it had always been there.

Soft daylight helps as well. Muted, dusty colour looks rich in grey British light, where it can look washed out under harsh sun. That is why these designs sell steadily from Bath to Edinburgh.

Antique Wallpaper for Dining Rooms and Hallways

Dining rooms come first. You use them after dark, and warm bulbs deepen an aged palette beautifully. Hallways and stairwells come next, because you pass through rather than sit still.

  • Chimney breasts: a faded damask frames the fireplace.
  • Stair halls: rich colour suits a space you move through.
  • Studies and snugs: old maps and prints feel right.
  • Bedrooms: keep the contrast low and it stays restful.

Period Detail

Cornicing, picture rails and panelling all frame these murals well. Hang the paper below the rail and the proportions hold. The low contrast in our damask wallpaper designs means the pattern never fights the plasterwork.

Old Walls, Kind Patterns

One more tip. Keep the light soft. A spotlight on an aged wall flattens it and the effect is lost.

Here is a practical point. Aged designs suit uneven walls. The pattern is already soft and broken up, so small bumps in old lime plaster vanish into it. A flat, glossy paper would show every one of them.

Colours to Build Around

Bone, ochre, faded rose, olive and dulled gold run through these murals. Old oak, brass and worn leather all sit well beside them. Avoid brilliant white woodwork, which makes the wall look dirty rather than aged. Our vintage wallpaper range follows the same muted rule.

Made to Measure, Free UK Delivery

Measure the wall, then send us the width and the height. We print the mural to fit exactly, so no motif lands half-cut in a corner. Renting a period flat? Take the peel and stick finish and it lifts off cleanly at the end of the tenancy. Panels are numbered and hanging notes come in the box. UK delivery is free and fast.

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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.

How Do I Measure My Wall for a Wall Mural?

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!

How Do I Order Custom Size Wallpaper or Wall Mural?

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

What is the difference between antique and vintage wallpaper?

Vintage designs typically draw on twentieth-century styles. Retro florals, mid-century motifs. Antique wallpaper reaches further back: faded tapestries, aged damask, fresco textures, and heritage botanicals with a deliberately weathered, old-world character.

Which rooms suit antique wallpaper best?

Dining rooms, sitting rooms, studies, bedrooms, and powder rooms all wear antique designs well. Faded florals and tapestry effects add instant gravitas, and in new builds they give a room the sense of history it lacks.

Can antique wallpaper be printed to my wall size?

Yes. Every mural in this collection is printed to your exact wall width and height as one continuous design, so the pattern lands precisely where you want it with no awkward repeats or cropped motifs.

What colors pair well with antique wallpaper?

Antique palettes of parchment, ochre, faded rose, sage, and slate blue pair naturally with dark timber, aged brass, marble, linen, and leather. Keep trim in soft off-white so the aged wall carries the room.

Is antique-style wallpaper available as peel and stick?

Yes. Most designs come in a peel and stick finish that is self-adhesive and removable, lifting off without damaging paint. Paste-the-wall is also available for longer-term feature walls.