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Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed

2016 was packed with fresh decorative trends, but which wall murals dominated sales? Did new arrivals topple 2015's champions? We dive into enduring themes like trompe l'oeil, ocean vistas, world maps, and exciting newcomers.

Our Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016

1. SWIMMING DIRECTION

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • Top seller #1 from 2015, holding strong in 2016
  • 9 formats available
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 2.70 m
  • Atmosphere: sea and ocean

With its dominant blue tones evoking sea and ocean serenity, this mural pairs perfectly with calm interiors featuring beige walls or furniture. Its soothing vibe invites hours of peaceful gazing at the waves.

2. VINTURA

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • 7 sizes
  • Best-selling size: 2 x 1.40 m
  • Atmosphere: world map

Among our nine world map designs, this vintage standout leads sales. Its retro appeal complements revived interiors with restored furniture or antiques, elevating the room's decorative harmony.

3. SPLASH THE WORLD

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • 7 sizes
  • Best-selling size: 2 x 1.40 m
  • Atmosphere: world map wall decoration

This vibrant world map shines in colorful spaces with its bold, acid hues and paint-splatter design, adding an artistic flair that's impossible to ignore.

4. DUNES PATH

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • 9 sizes
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 2.70 m
  • Atmosphere: sea and ocean

This trompe l'oeil beach path leads to the ocean via a sandy wooden walkway, infusing vacation vibes. Soft orange-ocher sands and light blues keep it gentle, with the focal point centered for easy sofa placement.

5. CORSICA

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • Top seller #2 from 2015
  • 6 formats
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 0.80 m
  • Atmosphere: sea and ocean wall decoration

The third ocean-themed entry, this wild scene features untamed greenery and intense blues mirroring sea and sky. Ideal poolside for a convincing seaside illusion.

6. NYC

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • Top seller #3 from 2015
  • 9 sizes
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 2.70 m
  • Atmosphere: New York

New York decor remains a perennial hit. This aerial view captures the Big Apple's buzzing energy from atop its iconic skyscrapers.

7. LIBRARY

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • 3 formats
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 2.70 m
  • Atmosphere: trompe l'oeil wall decoration

This trompe l'oeil fools the eye with a realistic old library. Its authentic detail enhances retro or genuine library spaces beautifully.

8. BREAK MANHATTAN

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • 2 sizes
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 2.70 m
  • Atmosphere: New York wall decor

NYC peeks through a stone wall foreground, adding dramatic perspective. Striking in panoramic format, it suits sleek, modern designer interiors.

9. PARADISE BEACH

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • 4 sizes
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 2.70 m
  • Atmosphere: tropical

This tropical desert-island beach radiates calm with its pristine sands. Perfect for zen or vibrant interiors seeking serenity.

10. FOR RENT

Top 10 Best-Selling Wall Murals of 2016: Timeless Favorites Revealed
  • 3 formats
  • Best-selling size: 3 x 2.70 m
  • Atmosphere: urban wall decoration

Perspective plays tricks with an angled wall and glass roof revealing city views. Vanishing lines enhance depth—pair with matching vinyl flooring for ultimate immersion.

Key Insights

Dominating themes include trompe l'oeil, landscapes, world cities, and nature—carryovers from 2015. New 2015 uploads like SPLASH THE WORLD, BREAK MANHATTAN, PARADISE BEACH, and FOR RENT broke into the top 10. Panoramic formats (our specialty) ruled, except CORSICA. Watch for 2016 additions in next year's rankings.