5 Wallpaper Ideas to Refresh Your Long Island Home Before Summer

Elite Wallpaper Shoppe, Inc
May 20
3 min read

May is the perfect time to give your home a fresh new look before summer begins. Here on Long Island, the season brings family gatherings, backyard barbecues, graduation parties, and plenty of guests coming and going.

The good news? You do not need a full renovation to make your home feel more finished, stylish, and ready for summer. Wallpaper can completely transform a space with color, texture, pattern, and personality.

Here are five wallpaper ideas to refresh your Long Island home before the busy summer season.

1. Make your entryway more welcoming

Your entryway is the first thing guests see when they walk into your home. Adding wallpaper to a foyer, hallway, or staircase wall can create a warm and polished first impression.

A soft pattern can make the space feel elegant and inviting, while a bolder print can bring personality right from the front door. For Long Island homes that see plenty of summer visitors, this is a simple way to make your home feel guest-ready.

2. Give your powder room a bold update

The room itself should help guide your choice. An entryway or hallway may call for something welcoming and refined, while a loft, office, or bonus room may be the perfect place to make more of a statement.

Choosing a mural based on how the room is used helps the space feel intentional and balanced.

3. Bring in a coastal feel without going too beachy

Long Island homes are naturally connected to the coast, but coastal style does not have to mean seashells and anchors. Wallpaper can bring in that relaxed summer feeling in a more timeless way.

Think soft blues, warm neutrals, woven textures, organic patterns, and subtle botanical designs. These choices can make a room feel light, calm, and fresh while still looking sophisticated year-round.

4. Refresh your dining room before summer hosting

If you are hosting graduation celebrations, Father’s Day dinners, birthdays, or summer get-togethers, your dining room is a great place to refresh.

Wallpaper can add depth and warmth to the room, making it feel more complete and thoughtfully designed. Whether you choose a classic pattern, a textured wallcovering, or a dramatic print, wallpaper can help turn your dining room into a space that feels ready for gathering.

5. Try a mural for a true statement

Wallpaper murals are a beautiful way to make a room feel custom and unique. A mural can act like artwork on the wall, creating a focal point in a bedroom, dining room, sitting room, or home office.

From soft landscapes to bold botanicals, murals can add depth, movement, and personality to your home. They are perfect for homeowners who want something more distinctive than paint, but still elegant and intentional.

Ready to refresh your home for summer?

Whether you want to update one small space or completely transform a room, wallpaper is a beautiful way to bring new life into your home before summer begins.

At Elite Wallpaper Shoppe, we help Long Island homeowners find wallpaper that fits their space, style, and vision. From bold powder rooms to elegant dining rooms and statement murals, we can help you choose a look that feels just right for your home.

Schedule your visit or ask about an in-home consultation today, and let’s find the perfect wallpaper for your space.