Wall stickers are a clever way to update your decor and can really help to bring a blank wall to life. Wall decals come in all shapes, sizes, colours and patterns and many can be purchased in themed sets to take the guesswork out of creating an artistic look on your wall. In these pages, you’ll discover a beautiful range of wall decals to inspire your interior style and brighten up any room in your house.
When choosing wall stickers, consider the existing decor and colour scheme, or use the decal to inform an entirely new look. Going for a ‘Singapore Raffles-meets-safari’ theme? A life-like palm tree wall decal or tropical bird motif will work well here. Aiming for a chilled boho vibe? A dream catcher wall sticker or a beach-inspired scene make great choices. And family kitchens will come to life with a quirky food or coffee-inspired slogan decal on the wall.
You can also experiment with different sizes and patterns. A small polkadot wall decal set or brick wall stickers, for example, create an instant wallpaper effect, and an oversized retro surfboard decal looks super-cool in a teenage bedroom. As a general rule of thumb, the bigger the wall, the bigger you can go on wall decor stickers.
The best thing about removable wall stickers is that you can easily change them depending on your mood or the time of year. A Christmas wall decal is a fun and festive way to decorate smaller homes with limited space, and flower wall decals are a sweet touch for the beginning of spring.
How to apply a wall sticker
Applying a wall decal can be a quick and easy way to add a new style to any room. The wall stickers in these pages are designed for fast application, making decorating a space as simple as possible. Use our handy how-to guide below and make a space your own in no time at all!
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Select a space. Find a bare wall or choose a room that needs a complete refresh, then take measurements
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Clean and dry the surface. Removing any dirt or dust from the surface will allow the wall sticker to adhere properly. Do this by gently cleansing the wall with a damp sponge and a small amount of soap to remove stubborn marks. Once cleaned, be sure to dry the area well or the wall decal won’t stick!
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Position your decal. Double check the decal is going to look good by temporarily sticking it to the wall with masking tape or Blu Tack (don’t remove the backing paper just yet!). Make any necessary adjustments, then, once you’re completely satisfied with the positioning, move onto the next step…
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Stick it on. Start with the top left corner and peel away a small amount of backing paper. Stick the exposed decal to the wall and slowly peel away the rest of the backing paper as you continue to press the sticker to the wall. Taking your time is key, as this will prevent air bubbles or the wall decal sticking to itself. Continue until all the backing paper has been removed.
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Remove any air bubbles. Using a squeegee or a ruler, smooth the surface and remove any air bubbles that may be present. Work from the middle outwards and aim for as smooth a surface as you can.
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Remove the transfer paper. Just as you did with the backing paper, slowly remove the protective transfer paper to reveal your new wall sticker!
How to remove wall art stickers
To remove wall stickers without wreaking havoc on your paintwork you’ll need a hairdryer, a little patience and the following handy tips:
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Grab your hairdryer, turn it on to a low-heat setting and from a distance of 10-20 cm, start warming one edge of the wall sticker. Once it feels warm to touch you can switch off your hairdryer (but keep it close by as you’ll need it again shortly).
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Gently peel back the heated corner. If it’s not coming away from the wall easily, reheating the area with your hairdryer for a few more seconds should do the trick. It’s important not to let the decal get too hot as the glue might overheat and leave a residue.
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Continue to slowly peel the sticker from the wall, applying heat from the hairdryer to each section. Patience is key here.
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Once you have removed the decal any remaining sticker residue can easily be removed with a good all-purpose cleaner and a clean cloth or sponge. you can get to work removing sticker residue using a clean, damp cloth.
As you’ll discover in this collection, we’ve curated the most unique and original wall stickers Australia has to offer from the country’s best small creative businesses. And for more wall decor inspo, head to our framed prints and wall hangings departments for beautiful, ready-to-hang art.
