Nautical Stripe Wallpaper: Coastal Rope and Knot Design

Nautical Stripe Wallpaper

There's something quietly confident about a nautical pattern. This nautical stripe wallpaper runs vertical rope stripes the full height of the wall, with hand-drawn sailor's knots placed at intervals, structured and rhythmic, but organic enough to feel hand-crafted rather than mechanical.

The design was inspired from the historic dockyard here in Portsmouth, and that grounded, working-harbour quality comes through. On a soft, linen-textured ground, this nautical stripe wallpaper reads as a calm rope stripe from across the room, with the knots revealing themselves up close.

Where this nautical stripe wallpaper works

It's a versatile, grown-up take on coastal, so it works well beyond a beach house. The vertical stripe wallpaper draws the eye up and adds height, which makes this nautical stripe wallpaper especially useful in a hallway, a bathroom or a low-ceilinged room. It suits English coastal, Hamptons and New England schemes, and settles just as happily into a calm bedroom or a study.

Run it as a full room wrap for an enveloping, harbour-side feel, or hold it to a single feature wall.

Colourways

Choose from three colourways, each on a soft, linen-textured ground:

Soft Teal Blue

A muted, dusty teal, calm and coastal without shouting about it. At home in a bathroom, a beach house bedroom, or a Hamptons-style room.

Navy Blue

A deep, rich navy with classic nautical character. Suits a hallway, living room or study where you want a bit of presence, and works beautifully with natural wood, rattan and warm whites.

Sandy Beige

A warm, natural sand tone that brings the coastal feel without the colour. At home in relaxed contemporary rooms, coastal-grandma interiors, and spaces built on warm neutrals.

This nautical stripe wallpaper is available in peel and stick, traditional non-pasted, and pre-pasted. All printed to order on PVC-free paper.

If the design is almost right but the shade isn't quite yours, every design can be recoloured for free. Send me your paint code and I'll adjust the artwork to match your room before it prints. Just use the custom request page.

Every design at Summer Skye Studio is drawn and developed by me, Sara. Original artwork, and all patterns are copyright Summer Skye Studio.

Not sure which colourway is right for your room? Order a sample of this nautical stripe wallpaper first. The pattern is a fixed straight repeat, so a sample is the easiest way to judge scale and colour in your own light before you commit.

Wallpaper Types

Peel & Stick

No paste, no fuss. Made from 100% woven polyester fabric at 275gsm (370gsm including the peel-off liner), it has a soft, fabric-like feel and a matte woven texture. Self-adhesive, repositionable for up to 24 hours after hanging, and removes cleanly in one piece.

A good choice for renters, first-timers, and anyone who wants flexibility without sacrificing finish. Works in bathrooms and moderately humid spaces. Not suitable for heavily textured walls.

PVC-free, GreenGuard certified, printed with UV inks.

Traditional (Non-Pasted)

The classic option for a long-lasting, permanent finish. Non-woven fabric at 190gsm with a smooth matte surface. Apply paste to the wall, hang the panel, trim if needed.

A good choice for full room makeovers and anyone wanting a finish that's built to stay. Best on smooth, dry walls. Not recommended for bathrooms or humid spaces. Not suitable for heavily textured walls.

PVC-free, GreenGuard certified, printed with UV inks.

Pre-Pasted

The middle ground between traditional and peel and stick. You get a permanent finish without the paste. The adhesive is already on the paper, activated with a damp roller or sponge.

At 300gsm it has a fine embossed texture and a premium matte feel. Repositionable while the adhesive is still wet, and suitable for bathrooms and moderately humid spaces. Not suitable for heavily textured walls.

PVC-free, GreenGuard certified, printed with UV inks.

Processing

Every wallpaper is printed to order using eco-conscious materials. Nothing sits in a warehouse waiting.

• Production time: 1-3 business days
• During busy periods and holidays: 3-4 business days
• Custom colour adjustments may add 3-5 extra days

Shipping

Free worldwide shipping on every order, with tracking included.

Estimated delivery times after production:

• USA and Canada: 2-3 business days
• United Kingdom: 1-2 business days
• European Union: 1-2 business days
• Rest of Europe: 1-2 business days
• Australia, Asia, Middle East and beyond: 3-5 business days

For the USA, Canada, UK, and EU, import taxes and duties are covered. For other countries, local customs fees may apply. Worth checking before you order if you're unsure.

All orders are printed and shipped from the EU.

Order tracking

You'll receive a tracking link as soon as your order ships.

Returns and cancellations

• Orders can be cancelled within 3 hours of purchase, before production begins.
• Returns are accepted for printing errors or damage on arrival.
• If something isn't right, get in touch within 14 days of delivery with photos and I'll sort it out.

Measure your walls carefully

Colours and pattern flow depend on getting this right, so it's worth taking your time.

• Measure height from skirting board to ceiling, or wherever you want the wallpaper to end.
• Measure the width of each wall you plan to cover.
• Use the tallest height measurement across the whole project.
• Include doors, windows, and architectural features so the pattern runs correctly around them.
• Take several measurements along each wall. Ceilings and floors are often uneven.

Read the full guide here.

Order the right amount

• Multiply your wall area by the coverage per roll to estimate how many you need.
• Choose one roll size and stick with it throughout the project for consistent pattern matching.
• Round up and order all rolls at once. Same batch means the closest colour match across panels.
• Not sure? Just message me and I'll help you work it out.

Order a sample first

Screens and room lighting both affect how colours read. A sample is the simplest way to check colour, scale, and finish in your own space before committing.

Colour customisation

If the design is almost right but the colour isn't quite there, just ask. I can adjust the palette to match your paint colour, existing décor, or anything else you're working with.

Pattern scale

I can also adjust the scale of a pattern to suit your space, larger, smaller, or as shown. For more significant design edits, a small design fee may apply, but I'll always be upfront about that before anything is confirmed.

Either way, you'll receive a digital preview to approve before your order is placed. No surprises.

How to request

Use the customisation request form to send me your colour or scale preferences. I'll come back to you with a preview and confirm any costs if relevant. Once you're happy, we'll get your order processed.