Wallpaper - Sharks of the World Chart

Our Sharks of the World Chart wallpaper brings fifteen distinct shark species together in a clear, educational illustration created by Carrie Cantwell. Each shark, from the distinct hammerhead and great white to the large whale shark, is individually labelled and detailed against a crisp white backdrop. Flowing wavy ocean lines weave between the swimming figures in vibrant blues, warm oranges, earthy browns, and subtle greys. We make this design to order to fit your exact wall measurements, printed on our PVC-free paper with a delicate surface structure.

In the room

Because each shark species is labelled and forms part of an educational chart, we find this design works best on an open, relatively uninterrupted feature wall where children can walk up close and explore all fifteen illustrations. In a playroom, toddler room, or children's bedroom, positioning the wallpaper alongside a low reading corner or open floor space makes the visual layout fully interactive.

For a nursery or study area, placing the mural behind lower shelving or a desk allows the higher swimming sharks to stay clearly visible across the room while keeping the detailed labels within easy eye level. The bright white base keeps the room feeling airy, while the energetic blue tones and flowing waves create a playful focal point on a main wall without overwhelming smaller spaces.

Styling it

We suggest keeping the surrounding furniture clean and grounded to let the lively animal illustrations lead the space:

• Simple, light-toned wooden furniture, such as pale ash or natural pine cot frames, storage units, and toy chests, brings warmth while balancing the crisp white background.
• Soft woven cotton cushions and rugs in deep navy or muted rust echo the primary accent colours found within the shark motifs.
• Open, accessible shelving with minimalist storage bins helps keep wall clutter away from the lower section of the chart, letting the full educational artwork stay on display.

Colour combinations

The design features a clear palette composed of rich ocean blues, crisp white, charcoal greys, and warm accents of burnt orange and soft brown.

To create a cohesive scheme around the wallpaper, we recommend carrying the deep sea blues onto adjacent feature walls, skirting boards, or painted shelving. For a softer, calmer transition in a bedroom or nursery, pairing the mural with gentle off-whites, neutral greys, or warm sand tones reflects the lighter undertones of the illustration while letting the bright blue ocean waves stand out naturally.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom-made to measure based on the dimensions of your specific wall, which helps reduce unnecessary excess material during decorating. We produce our mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure, making them straightforward to hang in any room of your home.