Wallpaper - Surf Bus no.4

Our Surf Bus no.4 wallpaper brings a sun-soaked retro coastal scene into the home, designed by Carrie Cantwell. The motif centres on a stylized vintage vehicle in warm red and sunny yellow, accented with bright blue wheels and trim. A surfboard rests across the roof while a second board stands alongside, set against a warm base of russet, brown, and earthy tones. With its soft watercolour-like texture and gentle edges, this mural wallpaper captures a playful mid-century beach character. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure, our wallpaper is designed to be straightforward to hang.

In the room

We see this design working naturally in playful, shared spaces where its illustrative style adds warmth and personality. In a children's bedroom, toddler room, or playroom, it creates an engaging focal point on the main play wall or behind a low bed. The visual weight of the car illustration benefits from being placed on a relatively open wall where the full vehicle and upright surfboard remain clearly visible, rather than tucked behind tall storage. In a holiday home or summer house, it brings an easy-going 1950s surf mood to an open-plan family area or guest bedroom without overwhelming the space.

Styling it

The warm tones and illustrated character of our wallpaper pair well with simple, unfussy furnishings that let the scene stand out.

• Choose natural warm wood furniture, such as pine or oak, to complement the earthy russet and brown base tones in the artwork.
• Introduce plain canvas or soft cotton textiles in neutral off-white or sandy shades to balance the vibrant red and yellow of the bus.
• Keep wall decor minimal on adjacent surfaces so the illustrated mural remains the primary visual feature in the room.

Colour combinations

Our wallpaper combines a grounded base of earthy browns and russet with vibrant accents of sunny yellow, classic warm red, and sky blue. For surrounding walls and painted woodwork, we would look to soft warm off-whites, sandy tones, or muted biscuit shades that echo the design's background without competing with the illustration. If you prefer more colour on adjacent walls, a quiet dusty blue drawn from the wheels or a warm terracotta tone will sit harmoniously alongside the car's palette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Making each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed-size rolls. Our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that is straightforward to hang. We provide practical options designed to suit different homes and living situations, whether you own your property or rent.