54 Bathrooms That Make a Statement With Bold Wallpaper

If you're new to the world of wallpaper, you might be feeling a bit anxious about deciding where you want to put wallpaper in your home. Well, it's time to stop worrying because we have a killer suggestion: your bathroom!

Bathrooms are the perfect place to start experimenting with wallpaper. They tend to be smaller rooms in your home, and there aren't a lot of other furnishings and finishes that would compete with the color or design of your wallpaper. Powder rooms tend to be the smallest bathroom in the house, which means less wallpaper and less money spent in the long run. These bright, colorful butterflies make such a statement in this powder room by by designer Abbe Fenimore. If you're looking to create a unique space with some whimsy, choosing a fun wallpaper like this is the way to go.

Dark floral-patterned wallpaper adds subtle color and a relaxing ambiance to this guest bathroom. The double vanity is topped with a pair of mirrors and matching dual-light fixtures.

Small bathrooms can be a challenge to decorate, but they can also be a great place to be bold and daring with pattern, color and style.

Wallpaper bright with a forest of green leaves makes this powder room jungle bold. The vibrant look is continued with the red rug; a blue vanity both complements and tempers the other vibrant colors.

Bold floral wallpaper makes a dramatic statement in this eclectic bathroom. A simple vanity has plenty of storage and octagon-shaped tiles ground the space.

With its bold mix of patterns and metals, this bathroom from HGTV Magazine seems more like it belongs in a posh hotel than in the ’burbs. The wallpaper is by Brunschwig & Fils and spiky mirror is years old from Horchow.

Denim blue wallpaper makes this powder room feel modern and fresh.

The gray wallpaper's intricate pattern becomes a sophisticated neutral background for this bathroom's brass mirrors, sconce and fixtures.

Green can look totally fab in the bathroom, whether on mosaic tiles, a freestanding bath or patterned wallpaper. The bold green leaves in this wallpaper work beautifully bringing a summery feel to this bright, light bathroom.

The wild patterns in this amazing bathroom shouldn't go together, but they do (brilliantly!) thanks to a similar color palette and the small-scale size of the sconce's stripes, dish towel's beading and the mosaic tile floor.

This pocket door pulls back to reveal the chic bathroom, with its gorgeous green wallpaper and simple, open-shelved vanity.

Bold black-and-white graphic wallpaper makes a dramatic statement in this guest bathroom. A sleek floating vanity is clad in white-and-gray countertops and a vessel sink, while chic linear sconces add an unexpected touch to the space.

Floral wallpaper and white accent pieces create a breezy bathroom vibe.

Vivacious graphic wallpaper is paired with sleek, sophisticated cabinetry for a striking impression in this guest bathroom. Bone sconces add sparkle to the wall.

The new bathroom features striking high-contrast wallpaper, black and white tile, Art Deco inspired fixtures and finishes, and a framed print of the Eiffel Tower.

Cherry red wallpaper with a lobster design in white adds a color pop to this bathroom. A rope framed mirror ties in with the coastal theme.

A starburst mirror and graphic wallpaper set a chic stage in this bathroom. Metallics make any space a little more luxurious.

Weather report for this small bathroom: Stormy with a definite sense of style. The whimsical cloud wallpaper is used only on the upper half of the walls and paired with a fresh white tile below.

HGTV Magazine offers colorful decorating tips inspired by a North Carolina home that bursts with (almost) every shade on the spectrum. A white vanity topped with snowy Carrara marble lets the supersized poppies on the Osborne & Little wallpaper take center stage. Color Trick: A big pattern can be surprisingly easy to live with, especially when one of the colors in the design is a neutral, like slate gray.

Lush, jungle green wallpaper fills this bathroom with vibrant color and is chicly contrasted with crisp black, white and gold accents. Subway tile in the shower and a grate-like partition wall playfully nods to the home's New York City location.

The wallpaper in this bathroom is a bold splash of color and pattern; the white floor and vanity keep the print from overwhelming the smaller space.

In this feminine bathroom, designer Christina Stillwaugh of Jessica Lagrange Interiors combines a gold sink and sconces with a dramatic, large-scale wallpaper that celebrates the pink tones in the stone floor.

Black and white typography wallpaper, a black vanity and a black marble countertop give a touch of sophistication to this teen powder room. An ornate gold-framed mirror and a chrome faucet provide a glamorous mix of metals.

In this bathroom, gold accents add girly glamor to the space. The wallpaper gives the space a mosaic, midcentury touch, while the mirror framed in gold corners reflect the elegant bathroom space.

With matching mirrors, marbled sinks and a double vanity, this space looks brand new and gives the owners all the storage they ever wanted! Palm leaf wallpaper adds energy to the room and inspires thoughts of travel.

When picking out wallpaper and accents for this guest bathroom, the designer took color cues from a beloved statue. Wall covering: Kravet; Bathroom accessories: Pigeon and Poodle; Sconce lighting: Robert Abbey; Mirror: Uttermost

Printed grass cloth wallpaper and brownish-black painted wainscoting (Black Fox by Sherwin-Williams) are a sophisticated duo in the bath. "It’s a bold pattern in a small room," says Ceri. "But it works because the colors are muted."

Colorful wallpaper adds a fun and youthful touch to this kids bathroom. A sleek white vanity and white tiled floors create a clean and simple blank slate that the kids can easily grow into.

Vibrant wallpaper with a funky, graphic pattern creates a fun vibe in this eclectic guest bathroom. Two matching wall lights, adding a decadent touch of elegance flanks an ornate brass mirror.

Eclectic patterns bring this small bathroom to life. A wall-mounted sink is topped with a snake skin mirror and traditional sconces, while playful wallpaper and curtains add more patterns to the mix.

This bold, graphic bathroom brings character to this home. Vintage blue mirror black patterned wallpaper adds texture while the lighting fixture, towel rack and faucet bring a pop of gold.

For this fresh-feeling bathroom, it's easy to be green! Graphic illustrations decorate the wallpaper. An arched window with lattice work brings in a hint of cottage charm.

Where the pedestal sink and wainscoting feel charming and traditional, the black-and-white wallpaper adds an unexpected, graphic element.

This small bathroom packs a huge design punch with its bold, graphic yellow-and-white wallpaper. The vibrant, bright colors are offset by the warm wood of the vanity, while a wire mesh basket beneath the open vanity provides ingenious storage. A large-scale photograph adds yet another playful touch.

Feather-patterned wallpaper creates an intriguing backdrop for this stylish bathroom. A brown wood vanity lends a rustic feel, while a white vessel sink adds a contemporary touch.

An oversized graphic print fills the wall behind this bathroom's vanity; its subtle palette of gray and white keeps the pattern from overwhelming the space.

This homeowner loves florals, so designer John McCain uses wallpaper of giant red and pink watercolor-style flowers for the downstairs powder room. The floating vanity features traditional trimwork and a marble countertop.

A strong, bold print in a small space like a bathroom can be magical. Here, a graphic blue-and-white patterned wallpaper is finished off with elegant gold accents in the mirror and light fixture.

Who let the dogs out? Thank goodness, this adorable bathroom did with its blue-and-orange puppy dog-filled wallpaper. An orange-striped shower curtain adds a crisp, orderly element.

Gold zebras gallop around the black walls of this modern bathroom, giving playful energy to the space. The white vanity and sleek mirrors are functional and stylish without competing with the bold wallpaper.

A small space, like this powder room, can be a fun place to try out bold colors or patterns. Here, green leafy wallpaper gives the space jungle fever and is imaginatively contrasted by the reds and yellows of the rug.

Floral wallpaper with a silver background makes a bold statement in this traditional bathroom. White marble covers the floor and bathtub walls. A porcelain pedestal sink stands underneath a contemporary round mirror.

A small space can be the perfect spot to try out a bold pattern. Here, whimsical wallpaper echoes the home's forest location.

This bright contemporary bathroom has white and blue pattered wallpaper, decorative white mirror, and white pedestal sink with brushed chrome faucet.

This small bathroom features a white vintage-look single vanity, built-in storage, and bold blue-and-white wallpaper.

A contemporary white bathroom with black and white patterned wallpaper is shown, as seen on HGTV's Fixer Upper.

Textured grasscloth is an alternative to traditional wallpaper in this neutral powder room. A streamlined vanity and abstract artwork add a contemporary slant to the the transitional design.

This small toilet area includes an antique-style sink with gold-framed mirror and sconce lights. The space is covered in wallpaper with a bold pattern.

This bathroom is wallpapered in a tree design with a black background, with a matching sink cabinet and modern streamlined toilet. A silver beveled mirror adds a polished finishing touch.

This white Art Deco bathroom features a rectangular tub with grab bars, a floor of white penny tile and wallpaper with a graphic pattern.

To bring style to the small powder room space, designers installed a light, textured wood vanity and a smooth, white countertop with a deep sink. Then, they covered the wall with an elegant, neutral patterned gray and white wallpaper and finished off the space with gold backed sconces.

Delicate, feminine Asian-inspired florals that keep things light and an array of stunning wall coverings are making their way into well-designed homes. This bathroom from Jena Salmon Designs demonstrates this fresh, never fussy approach to florals. "It’s color, it’s toiles, it’s got a little more punch to it," says Salmon of this new, more edgy approach to wall coverings.