Ceiling Wallpaper

Ceiling wallpaper is wallpaper applied to the ceiling instead of, or in addition to, the walls. It is often used to decorate the “fifth wall” and create a more complete, immersive interior.

Ceiling wallpaper can include sky and cloud designs, starry skies, florals, botanicals, geometrics, stripes, abstract artwork, textured wallpaper and mural designs. It is popular because it adds interest overhead and can make a room feel more creative, cosy, dramatic or playful.

Popular styles for ceiling wallpaper include sky and cloud designs, starry skies, florals, botanicals, geometrics, stripes, abstract murals and textured wallpaper. The best style depends on whether you want the ceiling to feel calm, playful, dramatic, elegant or subtly decorative.

Popular ceiling wallpaper styles include:

• Sky and cloud wallpaper: Creates a light, airy and dreamy effect, especially in nurseries, bedrooms, playrooms and reading corners.
• Star and galaxy wallpaper: Adds a magical, celestial feel to children’s rooms, bedrooms and cosy nooks.
• Floral ceiling wallpaper: Softens the room and creates a romantic, decorative look overhead.
• Nature and botanical wallpaper: Brings organic detail to living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms and powder rooms.
• Geometric ceiling wallpaper: Adds clean structure and modern pattern without using strong wall décor.
• Striped ceiling wallpaper: Creates visual direction and can make a room feel more tailored or architectural.
• Abstract ceiling wallpaper: Works well for artistic feature ceilings, especially in dining rooms, bedrooms and home offices.
• Pastel ceiling wallpaper: Adds soft colour overhead for nurseries, children’s rooms, bedrooms and playful interiors.

Popular colourways for ceiling wallpaper include light, white, blue, pastel, neutral, green, black and white, multicolour and dark wallpaper. The best colourway depends on whether you want the ceiling to feel open, calm, playful, decorative or cocooning.

Popular ceiling wallpaper colourways include:

• White ceiling wallpaper: Creates a clean, fresh and timeless overhead finish while adding subtle pattern or texture.
• Blue ceiling wallpaper: Works beautifully for sky, cloud, ocean, star and dreamy mural designs.
• Pastel ceiling wallpaper: Adds soft colour overhead, especially in nurseries, children’s rooms, bedrooms and playful spaces.
• Neutral ceiling wallpaper: Beige, cream, taupe and soft grey create a calm, refined ceiling that is easy to pair with most interiors.
• Green ceiling wallpaper: Adds a nature-inspired feel, especially with botanical, forest, tropical or leafy ceiling designs.
• Black and white ceiling wallpaper: Creates a graphic, modern effect with stripes, geometrics, abstract patterns or classic motifs.
• Multicolour ceiling wallpaper: Works well for playful murals, children’s rooms, creative spaces and expressive feature ceilings.

Ceiling wallpaper works best in rooms where you want to create a decorative focal point overhead. It is especially useful in spaces where the walls are simple, the ceiling is visible and the room would benefit from extra atmosphere.

Ceiling wallpaper works especially well in:

• Children’s rooms: Sky, cloud, star, animal or playful pattern wallpaper can create a magical overhead feature.
• Nurseries: Soft cloud wallpaper, pastel patterns or starry designs can create a calming canopy effect.
• Bedrooms: Dark, patterned or mural ceiling wallpaper can make the room feel cosier and more considered.
• Dining rooms: Ceiling wallpaper can add drama above the table and work beautifully with pendant lighting.
• Living rooms: Subtle patterns, textures or murals can add depth without overwhelming the walls.
• Powder rooms: A wallpapered ceiling can make a small space feel more decorative and boutique-like.
• Bathrooms: Ceiling wallpaper can add softness or atmosphere when paired with the right wallpaper material and good ventilation.
• Home offices: A subtle ceiling pattern can make a workspace feel more designed without distracting from the desk area.
• Hallways and entryways: Ceiling wallpaper can create a memorable first impression in transitional spaces.
• Reading corners: A soft pattern, sky mural or botanical ceiling design can create a cosy place to pause.

To wallpaper a ceiling, start with a clean, smooth and properly prepared surface. Measure the ceiling carefully, plan the panel direction, prepare the wallpaper material and work slowly to keep each panel aligned overhead.

Ceiling wallpaper installation usually involves:

• Cleaning the ceiling and removing dust, grease or loose paint
• Smoothing uneven areas before installation
• Measuring the ceiling width and length accurately
• Marking a straight guide line before applying the first panel
• Working with two people for better support and alignment
• Smoothing out air bubbles as each panel is applied
• Trimming edges carefully around corners, lights and fittings

For step-by-step installation guidance, read our guide on how to wallpaper a ceiling.

Yes, ceiling wallpaper is usually harder to install than wall wallpaper because you are working overhead. It requires more precision, careful alignment and steady support while each panel is positioned.

For the best result, ceiling wallpaper installation is easier with two people. One person can support the wallpaper while the other aligns, smooths and trims it. Professional installation may be helpful for large ceilings, mural designs, complex patterns, textured ceilings or rooms with lighting fixtures.

For installation support, explore our wallpaper installation service.

Wallpapering directly over a textured ceiling is not recommended. Wallpaper needs a smooth, clean and stable surface so it can adhere properly and sit flat.

If the ceiling has texture, bumps, flaking paint or uneven plaster, the surface should be smoothed and prepared before wallpaper is applied. A textured surface can cause poor adhesion, visible imperfections and uneven seams.

Choose ceiling wallpaper patterns if you want a subtle, decorative finish that adds texture or rhythm overhead. Patterned ceiling wallpaper works well with florals, stripes, stars, geometrics, botanicals and small-scale repeated designs.

Choose ceiling wallpaper murals if you want a stronger focal point. Ceiling murals can include clouds, skies, galaxies, abstract artwork, scenic designs or large-scale decorative visuals that draw the eye upwards.

As a simple rule, ceiling wallpaper patterns are best for gentle detail and full-room balance, while ceiling wallpaper murals are best for a bold or immersive overhead statement.

Yes, ceiling wallpaper can work well in small rooms when the design is chosen carefully. Light colours, soft patterns and open compositions can make a compact room feel more finished without making it feel crowded.

For small rooms, consider:

• Soft cloud or sky wallpaper to create a sense of openness
• Small-scale patterns for gentle detail
• Light florals or botanicals for softness
• Subtle stripes to add visual direction
• Dark ceiling wallpaper only if you want a cosy, cocooning effect
• Simple wall colours so the ceiling remains the main feature

Ceiling wallpaper works especially well in small powder rooms, nurseries, bedrooms, entryways, reading corners and hallways.

Choose light ceiling wallpaper if you want the room to feel brighter, taller and more open. Light sky, cloud, floral, pastel or neutral ceiling wallpaper works especially well in nurseries, small rooms, bedrooms and spaces with limited natural light.

Choose dark ceiling wallpaper if you want the room to feel cosier, more dramatic and more intimate. Dark ceiling wallpaper works well in bedrooms, dining rooms, media rooms, powder rooms and spaces with good lighting.

As a simple rule, light ceiling wallpaper creates openness and softness, while dark ceiling wallpaper creates depth, contrast and a cocooning effect.

To measure for ceiling wallpaper, measure the ceiling width and length in the same way you would measure a wall. Use the longest width and longest length if the ceiling is not perfectly square.

For the most accurate made-to-order fit, note any ceiling features that may affect installation, such as beams, recesses, sloped areas, light fittings, ceiling fans or air-conditioning vents. Enter your ceiling measurements on the product page so your wallpaper can be customised to size.

Yes, you can order ceiling wallpaper samples before choosing your final design. Samples are useful for checking colour, pattern scale, mural detail and material finish in your own lighting.

Samples are available to add to cart in Non-Woven Matte Wallpaper or Peel and Stick Wallpaper. For Heavy Duty Textured Vinyl Wallpaper samples, please contact us at [email protected] to enquire.

Use your sample to:

• View the wallpaper colours in natural and artificial light
• Check whether the design feels light, dark, calm or dramatic overhead
• Compare the wallpaper with wall colours, flooring, furniture and lighting
• See whether the pattern or mural scale suits your ceiling size
• Feel the wallpaper material before placing your full order

Once you have chosen your design, enter your ceiling dimensions on the product page so your ceiling wallpaper can be made to order.

Yes, most Hello Circus wallpaper designs are available as Peel and Stick Wallpaper, including selected designs suitable for ceiling use. Peel and stick wallpaper is removable, self-adhesive and designed for quick installation without traditional wallpaper paste.

Peel and Stick Wallpaper can be a practical choice for rental homes, temporary spaces, nurseries, children’s rooms, bedrooms, powder rooms, entryways and feature ceilings. It should be applied to smooth, clean and properly prepared surfaces for the best result.

Explore our Peel and Stick Wallpaper collection for removable wallpaper options.

Ceiling wallpaper pricing depends on your ceiling dimensions, chosen wallpaper design and selected wallpaper material. Because each Hello Circus wallpaper is made to order, the final price is calculated according to the size of your ceiling.

The main factors that affect the cost are:

• Ceiling width and length
• Wallpaper design
• Wallpaper material
• Any customisation required

To see an accurate price, select your preferred ceiling wallpaper design and enter your ceiling measurements on the product page.

Hello Circus ceiling wallpaper is designed for imaginative overhead interiors, safer homes and a precise made-to-order fit. Each wallpaper is crafted in Europe and customised to your ceiling dimensions.

Key benefits include:

• Premium European quality
• Greenguard Certified
• PVC-free and VOC-free
• Safe and non-toxic for family homes
• Washable surface
• Fade resistant print quality
• Fire rated in accordance with EN ISO 11925-2
• Custom sizing based on ceiling dimensions

Choose from Non-Woven Matte Wallpaper for a smooth, sophisticated finish, Heavy Duty Textured Vinyl Wallpaper for high-moisture and high-traffic areas, or Peel and Stick Wallpaper for quick installation in rental homes or temporary spaces.

Learn more about our wallpaper materials or browse our wallpaper how-to guides for more buying, measuring and installation advice.