Blue Wallpaper: Shades, Styles & How to Make It Yours
The Most Loved Colour of All
Ask people their favourite colour and, more often than not, the answer is blue. It's the colour of the sky and the sea, of calm and of confidence — endlessly versatile, universally flattering, and at home in every room of the house. From the softest powder blue to the deepest navy, blue brings a room a sense of space, serenity and quiet elegance. It is, quite simply, the easiest colour to live with.
At Claret & Key, blue is never a compromise. Because every design is drawn in-house and printed to order in your chosen colour way, you choose the exact blue you want — and any of our designs can be made in it. Your shade, your pattern, made especially for you in our Cheshire studio.
A shade for every mood
Blue's great gift is its range. A light, sky or powder blue feels fresh, airy and calming. A rich navy is smart, deep and sophisticated. Teal, poised between blue and green, brings a jewel-like richness. Aqua and turquoise feel bright and uplifting. And a bold cobalt or royal blue makes a confident statement. Whether you want soft and serene or deep and dramatic, there's a blue for it, and we'll print your design in precisely that tone.
Where blue works
Blue suits every room. In a bedroom, it's calming and restful. In a kitchen, a blue and white scheme feels fresh and characterful. In a living room, a deep navy brings a settled, elegant depth. And in a hallway or study, blue lends a smart, considered edge. Blue's natural coolness makes it a lovely choice for a bright, sunny room, and its depth can make a smaller space feel cocooning rather than cramped.
Choosing your blue
Because we print to order, the shade is entirely yours — and blue reads very differently by daylight and lamplight, so it's worth choosing carefully. Every design comes in three finishes: Traditional (150gsm, super-matte), Heavy-Grade (300gsm) and Removable peel-and-stick (180gsm), all printed on FSC-approved, PVC- and VOC-free paper.
Order a sample and see your blue in your own light, morning and evening, before you commit.
Blue is calming, versatile and universally flattering — the colour of the sky and the sea. It brings a room a sense of space and serenity, works in every room of the house, and ranges from soft and airy to deep and dramatic, so there's a blue for every mood.
What shade of blue is best for my room?
It depends on the feeling you want: light and powder blues for airy calm, navy for smart sophistication, teal for jewel-like richness, aqua and turquoise for bright energy, or cobalt for a bold statement. Because we print to order, you choose the exact shade.
Does blue wallpaper make a room feel cold?
Not necessarily. Softer, warmer-toned or greener blues feel cosy and calming, while deep navy feels cocooning rather than cold. Blue's coolness is actually an advantage in bright, sunny rooms. The right shade makes all the difference.
Can I get any design in a custom blue?
Yes — that's the beauty of printing to order. You choose the exact blue you want, and any of our designs can be made in it, so the colour is never a compromise, made especially for you.
Fabulous wallpaper and excellent customer service. This Bronte wallpaper has given my kitchen a new lease of life. Will definitely buy from here again.
This beautiful wallpaper is in my foyer and it sets off the tone of the whole house. In the neighboring dining room I’ve hung Thibaut Iggy wallpaper and the two rooms blend seamlessly.
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First Class wallpaper, easy application, the print is exceptional, new it would be ideal for my coffee corner of my new kitchen , arrived well packaged and on time , would highly recommend
This paper was so easy to install! I have used all three types of paper and will never go back to anything but paste the wall. The patterns were correct and easy to Mark and to match and the colors were as true as my samples. This company has been great to deal with and will use them again in the future.
Love this wallpaper! Second time purchasing a Claret & Key wallpaper. The quality is outstanding! The paper is thick and goes on so easily, works great for those new to wallpapering or DIY. The colors are super bright and amazing. They are my go-to wallpaper company now!
I love the quality of this paper, it was easy to cut and correct where I had made mistakes. Its high end vintage style is timeless in my daughter’s bedroom. I love it and will use this brand again!! Thank you so much 🤍🤍
Looks beautiful in my dining room and in a cabinet that I brought in during the remodel. The service was great and came quickly. The paper was easy to install. The only thing I am noticing is that it is pulling up in places. It might be the textured wall that is causing the issues. A high quality paper and I would definitely order again.
Only started with one wall and I’ve decided to do my entire room. It is so stunning and cozy. It made my bedroom look like it’s from a different planet. I bought two more rolls for the room. I am so excited to get those when they arrive !
Love the wall paper. Easy to hang, and I love the fact that you can change the background colours, which for me makes it bespoke. I have recommended to a friend.
Absolutely gorgeous and high quality wallpaper. We got samples from multiple brands and I could tell just by the feel of this one how high quality it is.
The print is a total Florida vibe. It feels vintage, tropical, very old Florida. The 'summer' color way feels bright but isn't overwhelming. Truly love this wallpaper.
Ordered 2 rolls, managed in one roll. Quickest and easiest wallpaper I’ve put up. Hardly any wastage due to repeating pattern. Got a refund for the roll I didn’t use within a few days of returning also. When returning I emailed C&K for instructions and was given promptly and clearly. Would recommend and would buy again.
I've never worked with peel & stick wallpaper before. It was a little tricky to get use to, but I got the hang of it & the process went smoothly! It's sticking great, weeks later, no peeling anywhere! I absolutely love how this print transformed my dining room!
