Retro wallpaper brings back the boldness of past decades. From the geometric flair of the ’60s to the rich tones of the ’70s and the playful energy of the ’80s, these designs instantly add nostalgia and personality to a room. They’re perfect for feature walls, creative shops, or anyone who wants a cozy, vibrant atmosphere with a touch of history.
Our retro peel-and-stick wallpapers are over twice as thick as many standard versions, making them easier to apply and better at hiding small imperfections on the wall.
The adhesive backing means no glue or mess—just peel, place, and smooth. When it’s time for a new era, the wallpaper comes down cleanly without damaging your walls.
Retro Style Wallpaper Designs
If you’re shopping retro, start by deciding what you want the room to feel like. Some designs read clean and graphic, others feel warmer and more nostalgic, and color makes a big difference. Once you pick the vibe, choosing a print becomes much easier.
- Vintage-Inspired Retro Wallpaper Patterns
A vintage look starts with a repeat that feels era-true. Pick a retro wallpaper pattern with smaller motifs for tighter spaces, or scale it up for an accent wall that reads from across the room.
- 70s and Mid-Century Retro Style Wallpapers
Mid-Century Modern Retro wallpaper styles lean on clean geometry, atomic shapes, and warm color stories. 70s designs often go bolder, with swirls, curves, and larger repeats that turn one wall into the room’s main feature.
- Geometric and Abstract Retro Wallpaper Designs
Geometric prints feel tidy and graphic, which makes them easy to pair with simple furniture lines. Abstract shapes add motion and work well when you want a playful wall without adding extra décor.
- Bold Colour Retro Style Wallpapers
Bold color is best when the rest of the room stays calm. Let the wallpaper carry the palette, then pull one shade into cushions, art frames, or a rug.
Retro Wallpaper for Every Room
After choosing a design direction, placement comes next. Traffic, lighting, and how close you’ll be to the wall all matter. A retro print can work across many spaces when the scale fits the room.
- Retro Wallpaper for Living Rooms
A retro print behind the sofa or on the main feature wall helps define the seating area. It pairs well with neutral furniture and simple finishes, making it a natural choice for living room wallpaper.
- Retro Wallpaper for Bedrooms
Using retro wallpaper on the headboard wall adds mood without overwhelming the space. Softer colors and cleaner repeats tend to work best as bedroom wallpaper.
- Retro Wallpaper for Kitchens and Dining Areas
Retro designs suit breakfast nooks, dining walls, and casual eating spaces where warmth and color matter. Placed away from direct splash zones, they work well as kitchen wallpaper and dining room wallpaper.
Buy Retro Wallpaper Online
Shopping online gives you access to patterns you won’t always find in stores. At Grovetree Decor, our wallpaper collection includes every style, making it simple to explore authentic looks—from diner-inspired prints to arcade-style graphics.
Our printing is ultra high quality—up to twice the quality of cheaper brands—so every retro line, swirl, and curve is captured with clarity. Every listing includes high-resolution images, dimensions, and material details, so you know exactly what you’re choosing.
Our retro wallpapers are printed on premium European materials with crisp, high-quality imagery. An invisible protective coating keeps the bold colors from fading, even in rooms with sunlight. Because of our advanced adhesive formulation, the wallpaper stays firmly in place but removes cleanly when you’re ready to switch styles.
With textured finishes like linen and canvas, the designs gain depth that feels authentic to their era. Whether you’re after psychedelic swirls, florals, or bold geometrics, there’s a design to match your vision.
Certifications and Material Standards
We take care to ensure that the colors and materials used in our wallpapers meet recognized health and safety standards.
Inks
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Made with water-based formulations.
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Contain no Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs).
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Free from odor.
Certification
Our printing process has been awarded the UL GREENGUARD GOLD certification. GREENGUARD GOLD is the highest level of certification from UL for indoor environments, ensuring reduced chemical emissions and supporting healthier spaces.
In addition, our products are UL Ecologo certified, recognizing reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle.
Our equipment is also Energy Star accredited, confirming compliance with strict energy efficiency standards.
FAQ
Retro designs include bold geometrics, psychedelic patterns, floral prints, and more—each inspired by the style of a specific decade.
Costs depend on size, material, and design. Premium options, like ours, are thicker and longer-lasting, making installation smoother and results more durable.
Yes. Retro wallpaper works beautifully as a statement wall in minimalist interiors, adding contrast and character.
Yes. Retro removable wallpaper is a popular option for rentals because it updates a room without a long-term commitment.
If you’re between colors or unsure about scale, ordering a sample first helps you see the pattern in your own lighting.
Measure the width and height of each wall, then allow extra for trimming and pattern matching before placing your order.
That’s common. Ordering a bit of extra length allows for leveling and clean trimming at ceilings and baseboards.
Yes. A lower-contrast retro wallpaper pattern can wrap a room nicely. For bolder prints, one feature wall usually looks more balanced.
Snap a plumb line for the first drop. Keep the same top reference point and check the alignment of every seam.
Butt seams precisely and is trimmed with a fresh blade. Avoid stretching; tension can open seams as adhesive cures.
Center the key motif on the focal point, then work outward. This keeps the repeats balanced at both outside edges.
Yes. Imperfections show more. Skim-coat dents, sand smooth, and prime evenly to prevent shadowing through the print.
Raking light highlights seams and texture. Use diffused fixtures or adjust placement so strong side-light doesn’t hit seams directly.
