Wallpaper - Cover Up

Our Cover Up wallpaper brings together a delightful trio of dogs in a vintage photographic portrait by Jim Dratfield. A tall Great Dane with a white coat and dark spots stands centrally, framed by a small dark Chihuahua and an expressive Chinese Crested dog seated below. Rendered in warm sepia and earthy tones, the photographic composition captures distinct character and charm across different canine scales. The quiet, mottled background gives the subjects immediate presence while keeping the overall impression soft and nostalgic. Like all Wallism mural wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well as an accent piece in a living room. Because the composition features a strong central vertical balance between the tall Great Dane and the smaller companions at its feet, we recommend placing it on an uninterrupted wall where the full height and grouping remain clearly visible. It makes an engaging backdrop behind a low-profile sofa or along a main living room wall that invites closer viewing. The gentle sepia tones provide visual character without overpowering a room, allowing the portrait to establish a warm, conversational focal point.

Styling it

To complement the vintage photographic character of our wall murals, we suggest pairing this design with understated, comfortable furnishings. Simple mid-century or modern silhouettes keep the focus on the portrait rather than competing with its subject matter.

• Pair with warm wood tones such as teak, walnut, or honeyed oak that echo the golden brown notes within the sepia background.
• Choose upholstered seating in soft oatmeal, linen, or muted charcoal to balance the contrast of the dark and spotted dog coats.
• Keep wall decor on adjacent surfaces minimal so the central canine portrait retains its narrative impact.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper palette is defined by rich sepia, soft cream, warm charcoal, and gentle earthy browns. When choosing paint colours for adjacent walls and trim, we like working with warm off-whites, soft biscuit, or light taupe that extend the background's nostalgic warmth. If you prefer deeper contrast, a rich muted umber or dark espresso accent on surrounding shelving or doors ties in beautifully with the darker tones in the dogs' coats.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed rolls.

All of our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that feels refined on the wall. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to different homes and decorating needs.