This southwest-inspired bedroom features a black metal frame bed dressed in patterned, burnt orange bedding with coordinating accent pillows and draped with a blanket. Black and white western wallpaper adds texture and white batten wainscoting frames and grounds the room. A rustic cowhide padded chest rests at the end of the bed on a brown textured area rug. A large window dressed in white sheer drapes bathes the room with bright natural light and warm wood flooring runs throughout. Accents of draping and potted greenery are placed around the room.
27 Ways To Use Black and White Wallpaper to Make a Statement
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Published: February 17, 2023
Updated: November 29, 2023
Do you want something a little bit different? Are you tired of looking at a bare wall? Do you want to make a statement without being committed to one theme? Consider black and white wallpaper to help you transform any room and make a statement.
Black and white are classic colors. Together they both contrast and complement, and are dazzling when combined with other colors. Suitable for either farmhouse or modern décor, black and white wallpaper will transform any space into an eye-catching statement. Consider pairing black and white wallpaper in a bedroom with bold colors such as red, blue, or even pink. If you prefer a neutral palette black and white wallpaper paired with beige and other neutral tones have a classic and distinguished appeal.
Don’t limit yourself to the bedroom. Black and white wallpaper in the bathroom adds an unexpected but stunning appeal. Pair muted black and white wallpaper with wood or earthy tones for a farmhouse or cottage-inspired ambiance. Focus on bold colors like red, blue, or neutral tones to accent black and white wallpaper in a modern bathroom. The beauty of black and white wallpaper is that it is very forgiving, and it pairs well with everything, so don’t be afraid to think outside the box. Black and white wallpaper will welcome creativity.
For inspiration, consider some of these carefully curated selections to help you incorporate black and white wallpaper in your home and make a statement.
02 of Black and White Herringbone Wallpaper With Wilderness Accents
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This wilderness-inspired child’s bedroom features a bed dressed in blue and white bedding layered with coordinating accent pillows. Deer head and arrow accents mounted on a black and white herringbone pattern wallpaper coordinate and accent this delightful space. A rustic wooden stool accessorized with animal accent pillows rests in the corner below mounted wooden shelves filled with books. Bright natural light from a nearby window fills the room and warm wood flooring runs throughout.
03 of Farmhouse Cottage-inspired Black and White Wallpaper Bathroom
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A playful and bright farmhouse cottage-inspired bathroom is designed with a white vanity and white quartz countertop. Black and white patterned wallpaper adds interest and texture while white batten wainscoting frame and ground the space. A large shower with a glass door faces the vanity and white frame windows bathe the room with bright natural light. A green topiary is placed on the vanity and warm wood flooring runs throughout.
04 of Black and White Buffalo Plaid Home Office With Pink Accents
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This eye-catching home office is designed with a white desk, white shelving adorned with farmhouse accents and black and white buffalo plaid wallpaper. Coordinating with pink accents placed on the shelving and contrasting with the black and white a bright pink chair is the perfect accent for this space. Soft natural light from nearby windows filters the space and dark wood flooring run throughout.
05 of Black and White Polka-dot Wallpaper With Cozy Accents
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Black and white polka-dot wallpaper, a rattan basket filled with cozy necessities, and a white side table accessorized with spring floral boughs arranged in a white vase and a soft white armchair comprise this cozy corner. A round plush accent is mounted on the wall and light neutral carpeting runs throughout.
06 of Floral Black and White Bedroom Wallpaper With Turquoise Accents
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This bright bedroom features a white canopy bed dressed in white bedding accented with tassels and draped with a turquoise blanket. Floral pattern black and white wallpaper adds texture and turquoise batten walls frame and ground the room. A nearby window fills the room with soft filtered light and light wood flooring runs throughout.
07 of Farmhouse Entryway With Black and White Herringbone Wallpaper
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This farmhouse console table features a warm wood black frame table adorned with draping and potted greenery paired with a rattan basket accessorized with a coordinating accent pillow. A wood frame mirror mounted on a black and white herringbone wallpaper wall reflect bright natural light streaming from sidelight windows that frame the front door. A welcome sign greets all those who enter and warm wood flooring runs throughout.
08 of Black and White Herringbone Wallpaper Bedroom With Antique Accents
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This bedroom features a black frame bed dressed in white bedding, layered with coordinating accent pillows and draped with a vintage white blanket. Black and white herringbone accent wallpaper provide a pleasing contrasting background for antique white wood window frames mounted above the bed. White walls brighten the space and soft natural light from nearby windows filters through the room. An antique-inspired chandelier suspends over the bed and gothic window frames rest on a white wainscoting shelf next to the bed.
09 of Retro-inspired Bedroom With Black and White Accent Wallpaper
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This retro-inspired bedroom features a black metal frame bed dressed in white bedding layered with neutral and patterned accent pillows. A cane and black metal side table accessorized with a lamp rests next to the bed. Black and white pixilated wallpaper is the perfect backdrop for this creative and fun bedroom. A LED neon light is mounted over the bed and warm wood flooring runs throughout.
10 of White Cabinetry With Black and White Tiling
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White cabinetry showcases antique white milk glass and ceramic serving ware collection. Black and white tiling creates a pleasing contrast with the white milk glass while a white subway backsplash complements and grounds below. Farmhouse cutting boards, a white lamp, and greenery rest in the corner atop a white quartz countertop.
11 of Farmhouse Black and White Wallpaper Shelf Décor With Charming Accents
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A charming farmhouse display features a white shelf adorned with a framed print and pink carnations arranged in a neutral vase. A straw hat, canvas bag, and a neutral scarf hang from hooks mounted to a rustic board. Muted floral black and white wallpaper provides a pleasing background and two rustic wooden chairs layered with accent pillows ground and bring balance.
12 of Rattan Swing Chair with Black and White Swan Wallpaper
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A rattan swing chair hangs from the ceiling near the sheer white curtains of a playroom window. A tall white shelving unit is placed against a wall covered with black and white swan patterned wall paper. A low white playroom storage unit holding wicker baskets is placed on the gray-toned wood floor.
13 of White Farmhouse Pad Window Seat With Muted Black and White Accent Wallpaper
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A delightful white farmhouse padded window seat is layered with accent pillows and plush animals. A large window fitted with a neutral shade bathes the space with bright natural light. Muted black and white accent wallpaper complements the white shiplap wall and tall greenery potted in a rattan basket is placed in the corner. A large plush llama stands near the window and light wood flooring runs throughout.
14 of Warm Wood Bench With Fall Accents
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A two-tone warm wood bench is accessorized with accent pillows and fall foliage arranged in dark amber jars in this modern entryway. Three rattan baskets decreasing in size are neatly stored under the bench. Two dark wood rim mirrors placed atop a black batten shelf leaning against black and white patterned wallpaper reflect indoor light and a warm textured area rug is layered on light gray tile that runs throughout. Fall accents placed throughout welcome the changing season and warm light from lit candles on the shelves create a warm ambiance.
15 of Naturally Lit Entryway with Black Bench
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Wood doors with glass inserts provide this entryway with natural light. Black bench sits in front of a patterned accent wall with a collection of throw pillows. Rectangular mirror hangs against the wall over bench.
16 of Square Bedroom Ceiling Design With Black and Whtie Wallpaper
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A square-paneled bedroom ceiling design holds a rustic metal light above a fluffy beige carpet. A white daybed is arranged against a wall accented with black and white wallpaper with a floral print. Natural wood floating shelves hang in the corner adorned with wicker baskets, wood boxes, and potted plants. Gray, black, and white pillows in various sizes are stacked in the corner of the bed and a gray blanket with a beige fringe is draped over the side. A wood stool holds a large black pitcher with a monster plant. A large window is adorned with sheer white curtains hanging from a black metal rod. A striped, upholstered chair sits in front of the window displaying a dotted pillow. A round stand with a wooden base holds a black framed image and a white lamp. A wire basket graces the floor beneath holding a black and white buffalo-checked blanket.
17 of Rustic Bedroom With Black and White Accent Wallpaper
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A rustic farmhouse bed dressed in black and white abstract bedding with coordinating accent pillows is placed against a wall with coordinating black and white accent wallpaper. A window fitted with white blinds bathes the room with soft filtered light and a white cubby storage cabinet rests in the corner next to the bed.
18 of Modern-art Inspired Bathroom With Black and White Herringbone Pattern Wall
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A creative, modern-art-inspired bathroom displays a light gray vanity and a white quartz countertop. A large black rim mirror mounted over the vanity reflects framed photos and black hooks mounted on an opposing white batten wall. White shelving adorned with modern accents is mounted on a white wall with a black herringbone pattern. White walls brighten the space and relaxing accents rest on the white countertop next to a black faucet.
19 of Stenciled Office Wall with Decorative Items
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Stenciled black chevron covers a white home office wall. Embellished brass mirror hangs next to woven wall mounted shelves over a wood desk. Necessary office items occupy this desk along with small decorative pieces.
20 of Black and White Living Room Wallpaper With Modern Accents
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This modern black and white living room features a white sectional couch layered with accent pillows facing a light wood round coffee table adorned with accents. A framed black and white floral print mounted on black and white modern wallpaper serves as the focal point of the room. A textured patterned black and white area rug defines the space and light plush carpeting runs throughout.
21 of Bedroom With Black and White Buffalo Plaid Wallpaper
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A playful bedroom features a black day bed dressed in white bedding, and coordinating accent pillows, and is draped with a white blanket. A black wicker chest occupies the center of the room layered on a white textured area rug. Black and white buffalo plaid wallpaper engross and complete the space. A modern black floor lamp with a white shade stands next to the bed and a framed script is mounted above.
22 of Retro-inspired Buffalo Plaid Black and White Wallpaper Laundry Room
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A retro-inspired laundry room features white cabinetry with a light wood countertop and a buffalo plaid black and white accent wall. Light wood flooring gives way to black tile flooring that runs throughout. White walls brighten the space and vintage accents adorn the wall.
23 of Nature-inspired Bathroom With Vintage, Botanical Wallpaper
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This delightful nature-inspired bathroom features two warm wood vanities with white countertops flanking a rustic blue stool accessorized with potted greenery. Two white frame mirrors mounted on vintage botany patterned black and white wallpaper reflect bright natural light from a central window. A white rug is layered on pattern tile flooring that runs throughout and greenery is placed in the window.
24 of Muted Black and White Wallpaper Bedroom With Pink Accents
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A farmhouse bedroom is designed with a bed dressed in black and white bedding, coordinating accent pillows, and draped with a pink accent blanket. A warm wood, rustic, antique picture frame mounted over the bed and adorned with a wreath pleasantly contrasts with subtle muted black and white bedroom wallpaper. A window dressed in neutral drapes bathes the room with bright natural light and the warm light of a lit candle paired with fresh pink tulips arranged in a vase adorns the bed.
25 of Laundry Room with Wood Floating Shelves
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A laundry room becomes a beacon of style and functionality with the simple addition of wood floating shelves. Illuminated by a sleek black pendant light, the room features metal laundry hampers neatly arranged beside a pristine white washer and dryer set. Above these appliances, light wood floating shelves are mounted, providing a practical and stylish storage solution. These shelves stand out against a backdrop of ornate black and white wallpaper, adding a touch of modernity to the room.
As our expert interior designer, Annuska Menoita, points out, “Floating shelves are my preferred choice for a clean and modern look in various spaces.” However, she also cautions DIY enthusiasts about the installation of these shelves. “Keep in mind, though, that they require secure attachment to the wall, whether anchored into wooden studs or a solid brick wall. Always verify the feasibility of such penetrations in your wall before proceeding with the installation.” This advice is crucial for anyone looking to incorporate this design element into their laundry room.
26 of Black and White Wallpaper for a Charming Bathroom
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This charming farmhouse bathroom features a white vanity with a white ceramic countertop. White walls brighten the space and a black and white foliage accent wallpaper adds texture and rustic charm to this small bathroom space. A large round-rim mirror reflects bright indoor light and rustic accents adorn the top of the vanity.
27 of Lively Black and White Wallpaper Bathroom
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A fun and lively bathroom features a large white vanity with a white countertop and black and white wallpaper. A large window over the bathroom illuminates the room with bright natural light and white plush rugs are layered on light wood flooring that runs throughout. A light wood clawfoot bench faces the vanity and modern pendant lights are suspended above the vanity.
