The New Wallpaper: Photographic Realism and Faux Textures
Old wallpaper can bring back some rough memories — tacky patterns, long installation hours, and a painful removal process. If you've ever peeled reams of old wallpaper off a wall, you know exactly what we mean.
Today's wallpaper is a different story entirely. Photographic realism and faux-texture designs let you bring the industrial grit of a brick wall, the cool of poured concrete, or the energy of street art onto your walls — without any of the mess of the old-school process. Here's a look at a few of our favourite faux-texture and photo-realistic designs.
Quick answer
Photo-realistic and faux-texture wallpaper recreates real surfaces — brick, concrete, street art — in high-resolution detail. It's a fast way to add industrial or urban character to a room without the mess of real brick or concrete, and it applies and removes just like any other peel-and-stick wallpaper.
1. Old White Brick
This faux texture brings the grit of industrial style in a light, versatile white tone. It's universal enough to work in almost any room, from a kitchen to a home office.
2. Red Brick Wall
For a warmer, more classic industrial look, a red brick faux texture brings real character to a loft-style living room, restaurant, or entryway.
3. Concrete Waves
A rippled, poured-concrete texture brings a modern, minimalist edge to a room — a great match for contemporary or industrial-style interiors.
4. Character Painting Street Art
This faux texture makes it feel like you're walking down a city alley. If you're after a creative, grunge-inspired look, this mural delivers instant personality.
Whether you're after the industrial edge of brick and concrete or the energy of street art, faux-texture wallpaper gives you the look of the real thing without the mess. Browse the full New Arrivals collection, or contact us for help choosing a design.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does faux-texture wallpaper look realistic in person?
Yes — our faux-texture designs use high-resolution photography of real brick, concrete, and painted surfaces, so they read as authentic even up close.
Is this wallpaper easy to install and remove?
Yes, all of our faux-texture wall murals are available as removable, peel-and-stick wallpaper that installs and removes without damaging your walls.
What rooms work best for an industrial faux-texture look?
Kitchens, home offices, entryways, and loft-style living rooms are especially popular, though a lighter texture like Old White Brick works in almost any space.
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