Wallpaper - Surf Bus no.1

Our Surf Bus no.1 wallpaper brings a cheerful, 1970s surf vibe into the home through an expressive illustration by Carrie Cantwell. The motif centers on a classic vintage van carrying a surfboard on its roof, set beneath a glowing golden sun and soaring birds. Rendered with a warm watercolor-like character and bold graphic shapes against a clean white backdrop, the design balances brick red tones with sunny yellows and ocean blues. Made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our wall murals offer an easy way to bring retro coastal character to an accent wall.

In the room

We see this design working especially well in a children's bedroom, toddler room, playroom, or teenage room where its playful subject matter brings an upbeat, adventurous mood to the space. Because the illustration carries strong visual identity with clear focal elements and open white space, we like placing it on a primary feature wall, such as behind a bed or low play table, where the full scene remains visible. In a vacation home or coastal retreat, it also provides a relaxed focal point in a casual living space or dedicated hobby area without overwhelming the room.

Styling it

When styling around this mural wallpaper, we suggest keeping surrounding furniture clean and unpretentious to let the colorful vehicle and retro sun take center stage. Simple mid-century inspired pieces, relaxed boho accents, and warm, unpainted wood tones harmonise naturally with the 1970s beach feel. Rather than introducing busy competing patterns, we would rely on calm, solid textures such as woven rattan, plain cottons, or light canvas to support the easygoing coastal theme.

Colour combinations

The illustration combines a distinctive brick red base with warm yellow, sunny gold, and cool ocean blue on a crisp white ground. When selecting paint colors for adjacent walls or trim, off-white or soft warm cream keeps the room bright while letting the artwork stand out. For a more grounded palette, pulling the muted brick red or a soft golden tone onto woodwork, shelving, or accent furniture creates a cohesive, welcoming atmosphere.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. All our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that hangs straightforwardly on the wall. Whether decorating a family home or a rental, we offer options designed to suit different spaces and living needs.