Tropical & Coastal

Warm-weather pattern that works year round

Tropical wallpaper tips into theme-park territory when the color is too bright. These designs keep the palms, ferns, birds and seaside motifs but pull the palette toward muted greens, sand, faded coral and deep teal, so the room still reads as grown-up in January.

They suit sunrooms, bathrooms, guest rooms and covered porches. Peel and stick vinyl is the practical pick for humid rooms, and traditional papers are available for permanent installs. Panels are 24 inches wide, from 3ft to 12ft tall.

Start with a $9 sample to check the green against your tile.