Updated June 2025
If you’re considering grasscloth wallpaper for your home, especially in humid spaces like bathrooms or areas with complex wall geometry, there’s something you need to know. While natural grasscloth is beautiful and textured, it comes with significant limitations. Thankfully, modern vinyl grasscloth alternatives offer the same look with fewer headaches — especially for homeowners in the Denver metro area and throughout Colorado.
Natural grasscloth wallpaper is woven from real grasses and fibers, creating a unique, organic look. But it’s also extremely sensitive:
Doesn’t tolerate moisture
Stiff and hard to bend
Visible seams on every joint
Poor flexibility around corners and trim
This makes full-room installations (especially with corners, slopes, or bathroom humidity) very challenging.
Grasscloth wallpaper works best on single, clean accent walls — like behind a headboard or in a hallway. Problems arise when:
You wrap walls with inside or outside corners
You have light texture or uneven surfaces
You try to install it in moist spaces like powder rooms
Vinyl-based grasscloth wallpapers mimic the natural fiber look but are much more practical:
Water-resistant and ideal for bathrooms
Flexible and easier to install
No special trimming tools required
More forgiving around corners and curves
Less expensive than real grasscloth
This makes them ideal for:
Powder rooms and bathrooms
Laundry or utility rooms
Full-room installations with tricky surfaces
Choose vinyl grasscloth wallpaper when:
You want the look of texture without the seams
You have active kids or pets (easier to clean!)
The space is humid or prone to splashes
You’re working with a tight budget but want a high-end look
🔗 See Also: Problems of Installing Vinyl Wallpapers on Textured Walls
We use only premium-quality wallpaper from trusted manufacturers:
These materials are durable, color-stable, and perfect for high-traffic areas across Colorado.
Enjoy The Wall installs and advises on wallpaper throughout the state, with a focus on the Denver metro area:
Denver
Aurora
Lakewood
Centennial
Castle Rock
Boulder
Colorado Springs
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No, real grasscloth is made from natural fibers and is not suitable for humid environments.
Yes. High-quality vinyl mimics the texture and shading of grasscloth with better performance.
They’re much less noticeable compared to natural grasscloth.
Ready to elevate your walls with stunning textured finishes? Whether you’re in Denver, Aurora, or anywhere in Colorado, our expert installers will help you choose the best wallpaper for your space.
