Colonial Wallpaper - Classic Patterns for Heritage Homes
Colonial Wallpaper - Heritage Style for Australian and International Homes
Colonial wallpaper draws on the rich decorative traditions of federation Australia and Colonial American style - classic stripe, botanical prints, heritage motifs and refined patterns that complement both traditional architecture and contemporary interiors. Custom sized, produced in Australia.
Colonial Wallpaper for Heritage and Contemporary Homes
Australian federation homes, Colonial American houses and British heritage architecture all share a common design language - one that colonial stripe, botanical prints and heritage-inspired wallpaper patterns serve beautifully. Whether restoring a period property or bringing classic aesthetics into a contemporary home, our colonial wallpaper collection provides the patterns and colourways to do it. Classic navy and cream, hunter green and white, warm ochre and terracotta - all custom sized to your exact dimensions.
Colonial Wallpaper - Custom Sized, Australian Made
Olive et Oriel produces premium colonial wallpaper at our two Central Coast NSW facilities. Founded in 2015, every heritage-inspired design is custom sized and GREENGUARD Gold certified.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Colonial Wallpaper
Common questions about colonial wallpaper
What is colonial wallpaper?
Colonial wallpaper features designs inspired by colonial aesthetics and patterns. Available in a wide range of colours, scales and finishes — used as bold feature walls, all-room wraps or subtle accent walls in any room of the home.
Which rooms suit colonial wallpaper?
Colonial wallpaper works across many rooms — feature walls in living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms are the most popular applications. Entryways, studies and powder rooms also suit colonial designs. The right application depends on the specific design and colour palette.
What colours and patterns are available in colonial wallpaper?
Our colonial wallpaper collection covers a wide range of colour palettes and pattern scales — from subtle and refined to bold and maximalist. Browse the full collection to find the right combination for your space, and order a $4.99 sample to see it in your home's light.
How do I decorate with colonial wallpaper?
Start with the wallpaper as your anchor and build the room around it. Choose complementary colours for furniture and textiles. Order a $4.99 sample first — see the scale and colour in your actual space before committing to the full wall.
Is colonial wallpaper still fashionable?
Yes — colonial wallpaper continues to be popular in contemporary Australian and international interiors. The style has evolved to suit modern tastes while maintaining its distinctive character.
Can I get colonial wallpaper custom sized?
Yes — every Olive et Oriel colonial wallpaper is made to order and custom sized to your exact wall dimensions at no extra charge. Enter height and width at checkout, panels arrive ready to hang with a 10cm height allowance included.
Is colonial wallpaper available in peel and stick?
Yes — most colonial designs are available in peel and stick. Applies without paste, removes cleanly without wall damage, perfect for renters. Order a $4.99 sample to test on your wall surface first.
How do I order a colonial wallpaper sample?
Order a large sample for just $4.99 at oliveetoriel.com. Printed on the exact same material as your final order — check the colour in your home's light, test the texture, confirm the pattern scale before committing to the full wall.