Because wallpaper can and often is changed on a semi-regular basis with the help of dedicated specialists, trends in wallcoverings can also shift relatively quickly, often reflecting particularly strong ideals of the era.

A great example of a wallpaper style that consistently goes in and out of style is grasscloth, a natural wallpaper typically made with bamboo, hemp, seagrass or jute that provides a particularly striking and rich texture, one perfectly suited to a biophilic interior design concept.

Whilst a lot of natural textures are generally fairly universally liked, grasscloth tends to divide opinions far more, in no small part due to its striking nature, as well as certain historical limitations of the style.

Because it is made from interwoven natural fibres, it is inherently imperfect by design, something that is either utterly captivating and endearing or a complete dealbreaker depending on the design concept.

It is effectively impossible to hide the seam between different strips of grasscloth, and this can be infuriating for some who endeavour to match patterns as much as possible

As well as this, whilst this is no longer the case, it was previously only available in natural colours outside of vinyl replica designs and was typically more expensive than conventional wallpaper, both to buy and to fit.

It is somewhat more difficult to hang owing to its natural materials and unlike other wallpaper styles that can generally be cleaned, painted over or easily replaced, stains and moisture can do a lot more damage, although it can still be dusted and vacuum cleaned like other wallpaper types.

Often it is best used sparingly, and its unique style and texture make it perfect for use on accent walls alongside a more neutral shade. It is also ideal for biophilic designs that use other imperfect natural textures such as wood and stone, where its imperfections are a benefit, not a detriment.

Ultimately, it is the ultimate extreme of naturalistic wallpaper design, and because of this will always draw eyes and raise questions.