Wallpaper - Warped Checkerboard, Brick

Our Warped Checkerboard wallpaper, designed by Carrie Cantwell, brings an energetic 1970s revival mood to interior walls with its undulating grid of burnt orange and off-white squares. Rather than sticking to rigid lines, each checkered tile bends and ripples across the surface, creating a dynamic sense of movement and playful optical depth. Printed to your exact dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our wall murals are made to measure and straightforward to hang.

In the room

We see this graphic design working particularly well in teenage bedrooms, playrooms, and dedicated creative spaces where a lively, expressive backdrop feels right at home. The flowing rhythm of the distorted squares makes it an excellent choice for a focal accent wall behind a bed, desk, or low sofa. Because the repeat has a bold, undulating structure, giving it a relatively open wall lets the optical movement fully unfold across the room without feeling crowded.

Styling it

To let the rhythmic geometry take centre stage, we would pair this wallpaper with low-profile, clean-lined furniture in warm natural timber or simple painted finishes. Incorporating retro 1970s elements like chrome task lamps, rounded accent seating, or simple ceramic accessories echoes the vintage inspiration without making the space feel cluttered. Keeping larger floor coverings neutral and solid in tone helps ground the room while allowing the wall mural to remain the clear visual anchor.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper centres on a rich, earthy burnt orange paired with a soft cream background. To create a cohesive palette, we suggest echoing the warm terracotta-brick tone in smaller decorative pieces or surrounding trims. On adjacent walls, soft warm whites, muted oatmeals, or warm greiges keep the atmosphere bright and balanced. For those wanting a slightly bolder contrast, deep olive greens, rich ochre accents, or dark chocolate tones complement the burnt orange beautifully.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure to fit your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. We produce all our designs on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, and each panel is designed to be straightforward to hang. Whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation, we offer wallpaper options suited to different spaces and lifestyles.