Wallpaper - Surf Bus no.2

Our Surf Bus no.2 wallpaper, designed by Carrie Cantwell, brings a playful retro beach mood straight to the wall. The illustration features a classic van in cheerful blue and burnt orange, complete with soft green fenders and charming round windows. Two surfboards rest on the roof rack, tied down with yellow straps, while a third tall board with a bright yellow center stripe stands beside it. Rendered in a gentle watercolor style with soft pastel notes, the design carries a warm, 1970s surf vibe that feels lighthearted without overwhelming a room. Like all our mural wallpapers, this design is custom made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, making it straightforward to hang.

In the room

We see this design working naturally as an accent wall in a kids' room, toddler room, nursery, or playroom. Because the motif is arranged around a central vehicle illustration with generous open space around it, it creates an immediate focal point without visually crowding the room. In a bedroom or teenage room, placing the bus on a main wall behind a bed or low desk allows the surfboards and vehicle details to remain clearly visible. For a family vacation home, this wall mural sets a relaxed coastal tone that works especially well across an open play space or a shared children's sleeping area.

Styling it

To complement the retro coastal character of our wallpaper, we would keep surrounding elements casual and grounded.

• Pair the warm burnt orange and blue tones with light natural wood or warm bamboo furniture, which echoes the vintage surf aesthetic.
• Introduce textiles in washed denim, off-white cotton, or muted terracotta to draw out the vehicle's secondary colors without creating visual competition.
• Keep wall shelving and storage low to the floor on the wallpapered wall so the vehicle and standing surfboard remain in full view.

Color combinations

The palette in this wallpaper centers on burnt orange and soft coastal blue, balanced by muted green fenders, sunny yellow accents on the surfboard straps, and soft pastel undertones. When painting surrounding walls or choosing larger furniture pieces, we suggest pairing this design with creamy warm white or sandy beige to let the watercolor artwork stand out. For trim, cabinetry, or accent decor, a muted sage green or dusty denim blue creates a cohesive, grounded look that harmonizes with the vehicle's painted details.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess material during installation. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface texture that adds depth to the printed artwork. Designed to be straightforward to install, our wallpapers offer flexible solutions suited to homeowners and renters alike.