A seasonal refresh with National Trust Papers IV
Our National Trust Papers IV wallpaper collection provides the perfect way to refresh your home for the new year. This collection breathes new life into historic wallpapers found at several of the National Trust’s historic houses.
Gain inspiration for wallpaper projects that will bring a fresh, renewed feel to your home. Or find out more about the National Trust Papers IV collection.
Using wallpaper for your seasonal refresh
One of the simplest ways to create an impactful change in any interior is by introducing wallpaper. The start of the year is the perfect time to take advantage of its transformative effect, whether you have a particular room that needs a refresh, or if you are simply looking for a change.
Wallpaper is a very personal thing, so you shouldn’t be afraid to choose a design that reflects your own taste and style to create a scheme that speaks to you. The right design will bring a smile to your face every time you walk through the door.
Creating a cohesive colour scheme
Once you have chosen a design that you love, consider which colours you wish to use in your scheme. If you want to keep some existing elements such as artwork or furnishings, think about which Little Greene colours will complement them.
Each Little Greene wallpaper – including those in our upcoming National Trust Papers IV collection – has been designed in a range of colourways that combine perfectly with the paint colours in our palette. By following our recommended colour combinations, it is simple to achieve beautiful, cohesive interiors that embrace colour.
Selecting the right wallpaper for your space
When selecting a wallpaper, a key consideration is the level of contrast in the design. A large-scale pattern in softly contrasting colours will be easier on the eye than a smaller print that features lots of vibrant, contrasting colours. Consider what kind of mood you want to create in the space – bright, bold and impactful or tranquil, inviting and restful – and choose a wallpaper design accordingly.
You should also think about the scale of the design, as this should reflect the scale of the room you are decorating. Large-scale papers – such as our new Capricorn mural wallpaper – work wonderfully in spacious rooms with tall ceilings, where their entire scope can be fully appreciated. Alternatively, wallpapers with small, repeating motifs – for example, Spring Flowers and Burges Butterfly – can be better suited to more intimate spaces, such as cosy snugs, compact alcoves and bedrooms.
Inside the collection
National Trust Papers IV presents an array of designs to suit every interior style. In this versatile and eclectic collection, contemporary designs featuring exotic birds and scrolling trails sit alongside ditsy print florals that evoke an air of springtime.
Using shades from the Little Greene palette, each design has been recoloured in a variety of colourways, from much-loved neutrals to vibrant combinations. This judicious use of colour brings a contemporary nuance, reviving the wallpapers so they can be used with confidence in the modern home.
The National Trust Papers IV collection has been influenced by an eclectic range of sources that represent over 250 years of British decoration. There are designs that reflect the eighteenth-century taste for East Asian art and design, such as Bamboo Floral –a Chinese wallpaper which originates from the Kingston Lacy Estate in around 1790.
Spring Flowers is an example of a classic Arts & Crafts design that was discovered in Standen House in the early 20th century, while Mosaic Trail – from Felbrigg Hall – is likely to have been influenced by the Aesthetic movement in the late 19th century.
National Trust Papers IV will be available from 22nd January 2024.
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