Wallpaper - Greetings from Asbury Park NJ. - Screenprint Postcard

Bring classic mid-century seaside nostalgia into your home with our Greetings from Asbury Park NJ wallpaper. Designed in the iconic screenprint postcard style of The Tichnor Brothers from the 1940s, this design centres on bold, three-dimensional block lettering with striking drop shadows. Each letter frames a detailed vintage scene of the New Jersey coast, from bustling boardwalk promenades and lakeside pavilions to traditional carousels and waterfront architecture. Set against a luminous gradient that transitions from rich saffron orange down to warm sunshine yellow, it delivers an expressive graphic statement. Our custom made-to-measure mural wallpapers are printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, creating an authentic vintage finish on the wall.

In the room

Because this is a graphic, large-scale design with a clear focal point, we like it best on an accent wall where the lettering can be seen in full. In a living room, dining area, or creative home workspace, positioning the mural on an open, relatively uninterrupted wall allows the intricate details inside each letter to be explored up close. It also feels naturally at home in an entryway, holiday home, or guest room, setting a welcoming and playful tone the moment you step through the door.

Styling it

We recommend letting this wallpaper take centre stage while surrounding it with grounded, retro-inspired or mid-century elements. Warm timber furniture, such as teak, oak, or dark walnut, pairs effortlessly with the saffron background and enhances the authentic mid-century postcard feel. Keep upholstery and larger textiles relatively simple in plain linens or woven cottons to avoid visual clutter against the detailed letter illustrations. Accent pieces in matte black metal or warm brass complement the bold typography and vintage drop shadows without competing for attention.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper's palette is defined by a warm gradient of saffron orange and soft yellow, balanced by sky blues, lakeside greens, and crisp architectural whites within the lettering scenes. For surrounding walls and woodwork, warm off-white, rich cream, or soft sand tones create a cohesive, sun-drenched atmosphere that lets the central artwork pop. If you prefer higher contrast, a deep navy or muted teal drawn from the water and sky elements provides a striking backdrop on adjacent walls or painted cabinetry.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers and wall murals are made to measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. All our wallpapers are PVC-free, printed on paper with a subtle physical structure, and designed to be straightforward to hang in any home.