Wallpaper - Use Your Words

In our Use Your Words wallpaper, created by Kent Youngstrom, a deep black backdrop comes to life through energetic brushwork and subtle streaks in white, purple, green, and red. Centered in the composition is a handwritten message reading "i _____ you" in white, leaving the middle open to individual interpretation. We particularly like how the expressive, paint-drawn marks introduce movement and raw texture across the dark surface, giving it a distinctive graphic edge. Made to measure and completely PVC-free, this design brings an artistic, contemporary presence to interior walls.

In the room

Because of the high visual contrast and centered text, we see this working especially well on a primary feature wall in a living room or bedroom. In a living room, giving the wallpaper an open, uninterrupted wall behind a low sofa allows the central lettering and surrounding brush strokes to remain clearly visible without feeling fragmented. In a bedroom, placing it behind the headboard creates a dramatic focal point, where the deep background and expressive marks establish a moody, artistic atmosphere.

Styling it

To balance the graphic energy of the spray paint and brush marks, we suggest surrounding this design with clean-lined, contemporary furniture. Pieces with simple silhouettes prevent the room from feeling visually cluttered, allowing the artwork to take center stage. When incorporating materials, smooth dark finishes or brushed black metal coordinate naturally with the backdrop, while a single accent chair or cushion pulling in one of the subtle tones from the brushwork can tie the wider space together.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built on a solid black foundation accented with crisp white lettering and discreet brush marks of purple, green, and red. For surrounding walls and woodwork, we recommend muted charcoal, soft off-white, or deep slate to let the central contrast stand out. If you want to introduce additional color into the room through textiles or painted accents, selecting a muted olive green, deep aubergine, or warm rust echoes the subtle background details without overwhelming the space.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. This customized production approach helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls. All our wallpapers are PVC-free, feature a subtle structure in the paper surface, and are designed to be straightforward to hang. We offer wallpaper solutions suited to different living situations and interior needs, whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation.