From pared-back stone-look designs to elaborate mosaic and botanitcal prints, tile-effect wallpapers are a cost-efficient alternative to actual wall tiles. No only is the paper they are printed on strong, durable and wipe-clean, but they also a perfect choice for those who like to change schemes more often than most as you can easily whip off a wallpaper ready for an update. Take a look at our pick of the best and most realistic tile-effect wallpapers.
This classic-looking slate design offers a modern look to any kitchen or bathroom. Expanded vinyl wallpaper.
Buy now: Graham & Brown Grey Slate Tile Wallpaper, £15, House of Fraser
Tile-effect wallpaper with a lustrous finish, this stunning metallic-foil tile design with a distressed and crackleglaze effect will make any room dazzle.
Buy now: Zoffany Lustre Tile Wallpaper, £89, John Lewis
This tile wallpaper combines photographic trompe l'oeil with intricate drawings to create the impression of real tiles, but with a personal touch. Printed on to a robust, coated paper this design can be used in kitchens and bathrooms, but regular contact with water is not recommended. Pattern repeat 35cm. Price shown is per meter.
Buy now: Orange Rose Paper Tiles Wallpaper, £22, Louise Body
A textured blown vinyl wallcovering featuring various tiles with quirky mottoes and pictures that will freshen up a breakfast room or bathroom. Shown here in Citrus, but also available in Neutral and Multi. Pattern repeat 64cm.
Buy now: Albany Smile Tile Citrus Wallpaper, £15, Wallpaper Direct
This great Black Glitter tile-effect design has added sparkle that will give a crisp clean look to any room - so much easier than tiling. Has a washable three-dimensional finish and is easy to hang thanks to its paste-the-wall technology. Pattern repeat 52cm design. Also available in Beige Glitter and White Glitter.
Buy now: Superfresco Easy Twilight Tile-effect Wallpaper, £22, Very
A beautiful tile-effect wallpaper that looks so real you'll have to touch it to believe it. Made up of a series of intricate botantical illustrations in soothing green and lavender. Pattern repeat 53cm.
Buy now: Borastapeter Garden Party Tile-effect Wallpaper, £39, Select Wallpaper & Fabric
Bring decadent texture to your home with this smart, washable, mosaic-effect wallpaper. With a three-dimensional mosaic tile design, it has a realistic effect and a soft metallic finish. Pattern repeat 1cm.
Buy now: Arte Mosaic Tile-effect Wallpaper, £129, Amara
This Christian Lacroix design is a beautifully printed wallpaper with vintage tiled design with a photographic feel for faded authenticity, available in a range of contemporary colours. Pattern repeat 25cm.
Buy now: Christian Lacroix Carnets Andalous Azulejos Wallpaper, £65, Houseology
This tile-effect wallpaper features a number of intricate tile designs, with an embossed finish for greater authenticity. Wipe clean with a damp cloth to remove marks caused by everyday life.
Buy now: Tiles Orange Wallpaper, £21, B&Q
A contemporary wallpaper design featuring a repeated pattern of tiles with glitter detailing. Shown here in the white colourway. Other colourways are available.
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