Add a Rustic Touch
Want to try out the barn-wood look without sawing and hammering? These thin reclaimed-barn-wood “planks” stick to the wall—or, more precisely, to repositionable Velcro-like strips—for easy installation and relocation.
From $9.95 per square foot; Artis Wall
Create Privacy
With patterns that can mimic etched glass, this stick-on window treatment adheres with water and lets in light while disguising the view—from indoors or out.
From $24 per square foot; StickPretty
Make an Instant Backsplash
Get the look of mosaics without having to grout. A gel compound adds dimension to stick-on wall decor sheets that interlock for a convincing real-tile look.
From $7.99 per 9.85-square-inch sheet; Smart Tiles
Wood Grain
These slim planks of reclaimed and/or sustainably sourced wood have strips of adhesive along their backs, making them simple to put up nearly anywhere. With stick-on wall decor options ranging from prints to upcycled gym flooring, smaller applications (think headboards or wood art) can really pop.
From $10 per square foot; Stikwood
Accent Tile
Stuck with boring square tile but a reno’s not in your budget? Dress up your kitchen or bath with Tile Tattoos. The decals are completely removable but can stand up to direct spray.
From $18 for a set of 10; StickPretty
Wallpaper
Many homeowners are nostalgic for the look of traditional wallpaper—but not all the steps involved in hanging it. Forget about paste with self-adhesive wall coverings made from woven cloth. You can choose from thousands of patterns or design your own.
$90 per 24-square-foot roll; Spoonflower
Stained Glass
Add color and privacy with adhesive window films that mimic the look of stained glass. Even better, with a whole roll to play with, you can think outside the bath.
$60 per 18″ x 49 ½ roll; Designyourwall
Wall Covering
Fake the appearance of subway tile, shiplap, masonry, and more in minutes. Devine Color offers peel-and-stick wall coverings that have a hint of texture, amping up the trompe l’oeil effect.
From $35 per 27 ½-square-foot roll; Target
Art Tile
Take your stairs to the next level with decals that look like hand-painted art tile. They’re sized to fit stair risers, so simply trim to fit, then peel and stick to make your staircase look top flight.
$21 per 6 ½” x 144″ roll; Wallpops