Wallpaper - Greetings from Bangor - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Bangor wallpaper brings the nostalgic charm of classic mid-century travel art directly to your walls. Designed around a vintage 1940s large-letter screenprint postcard by The Tichnor Brothers, the motif spells out "Greetings from Bangor, Maine," with each bold block letter framing a distinct local scene of historic architecture, charming streets, and scenic waterways. Rich reds, blues, and forest greens pop against a warm, printed linen-texture background, giving the graphic composition an authentic retro feel. Produced as made-to-measure wallpaper on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it creates an eye-catching focal point full of American history and local character.

In the room

Because this design functions visually as a graphic travel poster scaled to architectural proportions, we see it working particularly well as an accent wall in a living room, entryway, or vacation home. In an open living space, placing the wallpaper on a main wall behind a low-profile sofa or media console keeps the central lettering clearly visible while anchoring the seating area. The strong horizontal structure of the postcard motif also makes it a great match for a hallway or entry wall, where guests can take in the individual scenes inside each letter up close. For smaller spaces, keeping surrounding walls simple allows the vibrant artwork to remain the clear hero without overwhelming the room.

Styling it

To complement the graphic 1940s Americana aesthetic, we like pairing this wallpaper with mid-century or retro-inspired furnishings. Streamlined silhouettes in warm wood tones, such as teak, walnut, or honey pine, naturally pick up the warm undertones of the vintage postcard background.

Keep adjacent upholstery and larger rugs relatively quiet in solid, textured neutrals or muted navy so they do not compete with the bold graphic lettering. Vintage accessories, framed black-and-white photography, or understated brass accents add a thoughtful, collected touch that reinforces the classic mid-century travel mood.

Color combinations

The wallpaper features a vibrant primary and secondary palette led by rich brick reds, classic navy and sky blues, forest greens, and warm cream tones. When choosing paint for adjacent walls or trim, off-whites, creamy linen shades, or muted biscuit tones harmonize effortlessly with the background of the print.

If you want to create a bolder, more deliberate color story, pulling a deep navy or warm forest green from the letter artwork onto adjoining doors, baseboards, or cabinetry creates a grounded, tailored look.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions. Custom sizing ensures your design fits your exact wall space while helping reduce unnecessary excess compared with standard pre-cut rolls.

All our wall murals and mural wallpapers are printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure. Designed to be easy to hang, our wallpapers offer straightforward installation whether you are decorating a family living room, a cozy guest room, or a weekend cabin.