1838 Wallcoverings is a luxury brand based in Lancashire, led by brother and sister team James and Abigail Watson. Each collection encompasses timeless classic patterns reimagined from archive prints, to contemporary digitally printed designs. All of their wallpapers are printed at their family factory in Lancashire with water-based inks on responsibly sourced substrates.

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Browse our edit of 1838 Wallcovering wallpaper collections.

WALLPAPER COLLECTION: WILLOW

The Willow Collection encompasses aquatic inky florals, handcrafted basket weave textures, watery ripples and bird life entwined in leafy hedgerows.

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WALLPAPER COLLECTION: ELODIE

Inspired by Art Deco, the Elodie Collection is a captivating mix of luxurious effects, decadent details and a sumptuous colour palette.

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WALLPAPER COLLECTION: V&A DECORATIVE PAPERS II

This joyful and captivating collection of wallpapers celebrates the artistry and craftsmanship behind each design. Inspired by woodblock prints, watercolour sketches and upholstery fabrics.

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WALLPAPER COLLECTION: V&A DECORATIVE PAPERS III

In this exquisite third collaboration with the world-renowned museum, 1838 reimagines a selection of artworks from the V&A to elegantly connect the past and the present.

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WALLPAPER COLLECTION: Aurora

A contemporary collection that captures the intriguing elements of an island getaway. High coloured, botanical florals, soothing woodland scenes, textured patina effects and elegant feather overlays, enriched with colours taken from nature, delivering a warm and invigorating colour palette.

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WALLPAPER COLLECTION: Rosemore

The elegant Rosemore Collection is inspired by the natural beauty of English country gardens, and comprises a selection of soft leaf trails, trailing florals, hazy woodland scenes and sophisticated scroll damasks.

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Behind the scenes with James Watson

Drawing on a long legacy of wallpaper expertise, we caught up with James Watson, Managing Director of 1838 Wallcoverings and The Surface Print Company, and Wallcoverings President of the IGI (The Global Wallcoverings Association), to learn more about wallpaper printing techniques.

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