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Nature inspires us in so many ways, and its presence inside our homes can create a calming, grounded atmosphere. Resene Stories of Life Wallpaper Collection 39647-2 creates a soothing and inviting dining area in this home.
Resene Summer Wallpaper Collection DGSUM203 offers a bold abstract landscape, sure to start conversation at your next dinner party. This design is strikingly daring while adding a moody and intimate feel to your dining space.
Resene Infinity 2 Wallpaper Collection IF2-009 is bold yet structured with its vibrant green tones and abstract plaid pattern. This design adds a burst of freshness and colour to an otherwise white space, also working to create a zone for the dining area.
In this dining room, a floral and wood design are paired together seamlessly with their neutral tones. Resene Botanica Wallpaper Collection 33951 (left) and Resene Botanica Wallpaper Collection 33957 (right) add interest and texture to the space.
The muted tones and subtle floral-fruit combo of Resene Aquila Wallpaper Collection PICTILA103 make this smaller dining space warm and intimate.
Why wallpaper in your dining room might be just what you need
Your dining room isn’t just a place for meals. Stories are shared, drinks are poured and celebrations unfold. We spend a lot of time here, so why not give it a backdrop that’s just as memorable? Resene’s Wallpaper Collection is rich in personality, with styles to suit every taste. Sweeping botanicals, whimsical landscapes, modern geometrics and barely-there textures are just the beginning.
Wallpaper can instantly set the scene with detail and depth, and you can even pick out a colour within the design, find the Resene match instore or online, and use this on surrounding walls for a harmonious, seamless design. It’s perfect for making a statement without saying a word, and can add that extra touch you didn’t even know was missing.
Check out these designs for some inspiration, along with suggested paint pairings for each:
Bold entertainment
Resene Summer Wallpaper Collection DGSUM203 offers a bold abstract landscape, sure to start conversation at your next dinner party. This design is strikingly daring while adding a moody and intimate feel to your dining space. Pair this with walls and accessories in shades like Resene Sea Fog, Resene Tuscany, Resene Creole and Resene Nero.
Top tip: When wallpapering, you’ll usually start in a corner near a main source of light, such as a window and work away from that. But when using a large mural like this one, it’s often best to start in the middle of the wall to get the focal point of the mural positioned correctly.
Plating up patterns
Resene Infinity 2 Wallpaper Collection IF2-009 is bold yet structured with its vibrant green tones and abstract plaid pattern. This design adds a burst of freshness and colour to an otherwise white space, also working to create a zone for the dining area. Pair this design with a crisp white on trims and walls like Resene Half Black White, along with green hues like Resene Cutty Sark, Resene Green Leaf and Resene Olive Green.
Top tip: If you’re repainting skirtings and window trims too, do that before you wallpaper so you don’t get paint splashes on your fancy new walls. The recommended paint for use on your timber trim/skirting/joinery is Resene Lustacryl semi-gloss waterborne enamel, or if you prefer a glossier finish use Resene Enamacryl gloss waterborne enamel.
A neutral feast
In this dining room, a floral and wood design are paired together seamlessly with their neutral tones. Resene Botanica Wallpaper Collection 33951 (left) and Resene Botanica Wallpaper Collection 33957 (right) add interest and texture to the space. Pair these wallpapers with light hues using Resene Half Merino, Resene Eighth Joss, Resene Quarter Linen, and even a light wood stain for added texture like Resene Colorwood Whitewash.
For more neutral toned wallpapers, take a look at the Resene Botanica Wallpaper Collection, the Resene Stories of Life Wallpaper Collection, the Resene Jade Wallpaper Collection and the Resene Anaglypta 2020 Wallpaper Collection.
Tender taste
The muted tones and subtle floral-fruit combo of Resene Aquila Wallpaper Collection PICTILA103 make this smaller dining space warm and intimate. Keep the surrounding space as gentle as this design with colours like Resene Alabaster, Resene Corn Field, Resene Quill Grey and Resene Pale Slate.
Top tip: If you’re matching patterns, hanging your wallpaper strips consecutively as they come off the roll will make it easier to match, and should mean less waste.
Serving up nature
Nature inspires us in so many ways, and its presence inside our homes can create a calming, grounded atmosphere. Resene Stories of Life Wallpaper Collection 39647-2 creates a soothing and inviting dining area in this home. To extend on the nature theme of this design, try wood stains like Resene Colorwood Natural or Resene Colorwood Walnut, paired with Resene Tom Thumb and Resene White Pointer.
If you’re intrigued by what your dining space could become and want more inspiration, have a look through the latest habitat plus – wallpaperbooklet online or pick up a copy at your local Resene ColorShop.
If you’re after something a little special, and totally personalised, try the Resene WallPrint service where you can create your own wallpaper from a photo or favourite print!
For your ultimate wallpaper ‘how-to’ checklist, along with handy tips and advice, check out Resene’s How to wallpaper info.
Published: 17 Sep 2025
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Resene Half Black White
Resene Quarter Linen
Resene White Pointer
the look
If you're stuck on what
colour to use or need colour
advice, try out the Resene
Ask a Colour Expert service.
