Wallpaper - Warped Checkerboard, Forest Green

Our Warped Checkerboard, Forest Green wallpaper reimagines a classic graphic grid with an undulating, fluid twist. Designed by Carrie Cantwell, the motif pairs deep hunter green with a soft cream, creating an earthy contrast that brings distinct 1970s revival energy into a room. The distorted squares bend and flow across the surface, giving the repeating geometric layout a sense of lively visual movement. Produced as made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our wallpaper delivers a quirky, design-led focal point that is straightforward to hang.

In the room

The fluid geometry in this design naturally draws attention, making it an excellent candidate for a dedicated feature wall in a teenage room, playroom, or creative study area. Because the warped grid has such a dynamic rhythm, giving it an uninterrupted wall behind a desk or low seating allows the full wave effect to unfold without visual breaks. In more compact spaces, using our wall murals on a single wall keeps the playful energy contained, adding depth without overwhelming the perimeter. When applied across multiple walls, the continuous movement turns the room into an immersive, retro-inspired space where the green and cream pattern defines the entire atmosphere.

Styling it

To balance the active movement of the distorted checkerboard, we suggest pairing it with clean-lined furniture and grounded natural materials.

• Choose warm wood pieces, such as teak or warm oak, which lean into the mid-century and seventies character while anchoring the graphic pattern.
• Keep upholstered furniture and larger floor coverings in quiet, solid neutrals so the wall remains the primary visual statement.
• Introduce understated brushed brass or matte black accents in desk lamps or wall hardware to echo the clean geometry of the grid.

Colour combinations

The foundation of our design rests on a rich hunter green set against a gentle, warm cream. To build an inviting palette around it, we recommend using off-white or soft linen tones on adjacent painted walls and woodwork, which mirrors the cream elements in the wallpaper. For a bolder, monochromatic scheme, a deep forest green on trim or surrounding cabinetry creates a cosy, enveloping feel. If you want to introduce accent shades through cushions or decorative objects, muted mustard yellows, warm ochre, or burnt rust sit naturally alongside the earthy green base.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions. Printing to your exact measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure. Designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, Wallism wall murals offer versatile decorating solutions suited to both homeowners and renters looking to transform their interior spaces.