Wallpaper - Reading List

Our Reading List wallpaper captures a stack of antique hardback books in close photographic detail, created by Deborah Revell. Deep navy and muted teal spines are adorned with ornate gilded lettering and worn cloth textures, contrasted against the warm amber and gold tones of aged page edges. The horizontal rhythm of the stacked volumes brings a heritage, scholarly character to a wall, offering rich visual depth and timeless charm. Made to measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design brings the warmth of a classic library into any space.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well in a home office, study, or dedicated reading room where the book motif feels completely natural. The horizontal lines created by the stacked volumes help lead the eye across the room, making it an excellent choice for an accent wall behind a desk or a seating area in a living room or den. Because the photographic detail is sharp and intimate, we recommend placing it on a wall that can be viewed from mid-distance, allowing both the intricate gilded titles and the overall warmth of the aged paper tones to be appreciated.

Styling it

To complement the traditional heritage feel of our design, we suggest pairing it with classic materials that balance the detailed pattern.

• Combine the wallpaper with warm timber furniture, such as dark oak, mahogany, or walnut, which harmonises naturally with the amber and gold tones of the book edges.
• Choose upholstered seating in soft velvet, brushed wool, or deep leather to enhance the comfortable, scholarly atmosphere.
• Add subdued brass or antique bronze hardware and lighting fixtures that pick up on the gilded spine details without overpowering the room.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by deep navy blue, teal-tinted spine covers, and rich ochre and warm gold on the page edges. To build a cohesive palette around it, consider rich navy, ink blue, or forest green for adjacent painted walls or woodwork to create an enveloping, traditional study. If you prefer a lighter contrast, warm stone, biscuit, or creamy parchment tones on surrounding walls will let the darker book spines stand out while keeping the room bright and balanced.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure to your specified wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. We produce all our designs on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure that gives a clean, refined finish. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wall murals offer an effortless way to transform your interior, whether you own your home or live in rented accommodation.