Wallpaper - Racer II

Our Racer II wallpaper brings together the detailed study of a vintage model racing yacht with a warm, timber-look background. Painted by David Carter Brown, the central motif features a classic sailboat hull in rich brown and yellow with a bold red keel, mounted on a wooden display stand. Fine rigging and neutral sails rise against a backdrop of light wooden panelling, complete with visible knots and natural grain. It has the nostalgic character of traditional maritime craft, making it a distinctive focal point for a living room, hallway, or coastal retreat. Like all our wall murals, this design is made to measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper texture that is simple to hang.

In the room

Because the sailboat motif has a clear, central composition set against wood panelling, we like giving this design an uninterrupted wall where the full scale of the yacht and rigging remains visible. In a living room, it works particularly well positioned behind a low-backed sofa or across a main feature wall opposite natural light, where the painted wood grain and detailed line work can be appreciated up close. It also translates naturally to a study, lake house living area, or a holiday home where you want to introduce a traditional nautical theme without overwhelming the space with heavy pattern. The warm sienna and earthy tones provide an inviting, grounded atmosphere across both smaller sitting rooms and broader living areas.

Styling it

We would take inspiration from classic New England and traditional coastal interiors when furnishing around this wallpaper. Keeping nearby furniture relatively tailored and unpretentious allows the boat's hand-painted details to take centre stage.

Darker wood furniture, such as stained timber sideboards or painted heritage consoles, anchors the warm tones in the backdrop nicely. Upholstery in natural, unbleached fabrics balances the nautical theme without leaning into clichéd coastal decor, while quiet architectural details like wainscoting or panelled mouldings frame the wall mural effortlessly.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is anchored by earthy sienna, warm timber browns, and the soft beige of the sails, offset by the striking red accent on the yacht's keel.

When choosing colours for surrounding walls and woodwork, warm off-whites, creamy stone, and deep maritime navy complement the palette naturally. If you want to highlight the warmer undertones of the painted wood background, muted terracotta, rich caramel, or soft olive greens pair beautifully with the boat's earthy tones.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed-size rolls.

We print on PVC-free paper that features a subtle physical structure on the surface. Our mural wallpapers are designed to be straightforward to hang, providing flexible decorating options suitable for both homeowners and renters looking to transform their interior spaces.