Wallpaper - I Made It Thick And Oily

Our I Made It Thick And Oily wallpaper brings expressive, painterly energy to the wall through bold, visible impasto strokes and rich layers of colour. Vivid orange, bright yellow, deep red, luminous pink, and accents of light blue sweep across the composition in dynamic bands, capturing the look of heavy oil paint applied directly with a palette knife. The visual texture shows ridges, deliberate blend lines, and sharp edges between contrasting pigments, giving the large-scale abstract motif a tactile, studio-crafted character. As with all Wallism mural wallpapers, we print this design made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure that complements the painterly aesthetic.

In the room

Because the abstract composition is energetic and full of visual movement, we like giving this design a generous, uninterrupted wall where the full sweep of the brushstrokes can unfold. In a living room, it works wonderfully as a vibrant feature wall behind a low-profile sofa, grounding the seating zone with an artistic focal point. For a dedicated home art studio or creative workspace, wrapping a focal wall in these sweeping oil paint textures sets an inspiring, expressive atmosphere. In rooms with ample daylight, the sharp contrasts between the cool light blues and fiery dark oranges stand out with remarkable clarity.

Styling it

When styling around such an expressive pattern, we recommend keeping surrounding furniture shapes clean and architectural so the wallpaper remains the primary artistic statement. Contemporary seating in neutral upholstery, such as off-white, oat, or charcoal, balances the intensity of the warm palette without competing for attention.

To echo the creative character of the design, pair it with simple natural materials like light-toned ash or oiled oak, alongside clean metal accents in matte black or brushed steel. Minimalist floor lamps and uncluttered shelving allow the abstract rhythm of the mural to command the room without feeling visually crowded.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper palette is anchored by vibrant dark orange, warm yellow, deep red, and bright pink, balanced by cool flashes of sky blue and softer transitional tones. When choosing paint for adjacent walls or woodwork, a crisp soft white or a muted, pale warm grey lets the primary wall carry the room's energy. If you prefer a more enveloping, maximalist scheme, pulling a deep terracotta or a subtle clay tone from the darker orange brushstrokes onto surrounding trim creates a cohesive, colour-drenched look.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions. This custom approach helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard fixed-size rolls. Our wall murals are printed on durable, PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure, and they are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang in any home.