Visit your local ColorShop
See our decals on display and flick through the YDS lookbook. From native birds and botanicals to welcoming words, find the design that feels like you.
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YDS wall decals at Resene
New Zealand nature. Colours you love. A little inspiration, just around the corner. Discover YDS Studio wall decals at Resene ColorShops across New Zealand.
See our decals on the walls. Browse our lookbook.
Order through any Resene ColorShop in New Zealand.
Designed & made in NZSee it at ReseneColours inspired by ReseneMade to order, just for you
A little closer to home
See the detail.
Find your favourite.
There is something lovely about seeing an artwork in person. All Resene ColorShops across New Zealand have our lookbook and YDS decals on their walls, so you can get a feel for the designs before choosing one for your own space.
Bring your colours together
Take your wall colour, fabric swatch or room ideas along. Explore paint with the Resene team and choose a complementary Resene-inspired colour for an eligible single-colour decal.
Order in store
Confirm your design, size and colour with the ColorShop team. They can place your YDS decal order, and we will make it to order in our New Zealand studio.
Two New Zealand family businesses
Small beginnings.
A shared love of home.
Different crafts. The same hands-on spirit.
Resene began in a Wellington garage in 1946. YDS began in 2012 with Antony and Jess, a laptop and an idea to bring original New Zealand design into people’s homes.
Our stories share that familiar Kiwi starting point: a family, an idea, and the determination to build something from the ground up. Resene grew through paint and colour. We grew through artwork inspired by the birds, plants and places around us.
Today, we still design and make our decals in-house in New Zealand. Bringing YDS to Resene ColorShops connects those two stories: locally made artwork, a love of colour and inspiration for the spaces we live in.
Make it your own
One design. A whole new feeling.
Try a soft neutral, a leafy green or something a little bolder. Tap a colour below to see our original Stenciled Peonies artwork change, without changing the design.
Stenciled PeoniesOriginal YDS artwork
Your decal colour
Forest
Inspired by Resene Bottle Green
The YDS colour edit
Explore more Resene-inspired colours
A selection from our online Colour Studio, not the complete Resene paint range.
Preview wall
Inspired by Resene. Not an exact paint match. Screens, printed decal material and paint show colour differently. Order a physical decal sample to see it in your own light.
Choose your size & colour Order colour samplesThis is a colour preview. Make your final colour selection on the product page.
Try it at home
Find your colour
in your own light.
A screen is a starting point. A physical decal sample helps you see how your chosen colour sits alongside your paint, furniture and fabrics, from the morning sun to the lights on at night.
Open the Colour Studio on an eligible single-colour design, then choose Request a colour sample.
Start with a Peonies colour sampleA few places to begin
Find a design. Make it yours.
Explore these single-colour favourites online. Each has its own Colour Studio and sample options, so you can start with the artwork and build your room around it.
Before you begin
A little preparation.
A beautiful finish.
Good preparation starts with your paint. Follow your paint system’s instructions and the installation guide supplied with your YDS decal.
YDS installation guidesStart smooth
Prepare your surface properly before painting. Lightly sand between coats where your paint instructions call for it, and remove all sanding dust before the next coat.
Give fresh paint time
Resene’s current wall decal guide recommends waiting one month for freshly painted walls to fully cure before applying a decal.
Clean, dry and ready
Once cured, wipe the area with a slightly damp, lint-free cloth to remove dust. Let the wall dry completely, then follow your decal’s installation steps.
A few helpful answers
Paint, colour
& wall decals.
Planning a wall refresh? Here is a little guidance to help you get started.
Where can I see YDS wall decals at Resene?
You can see YDS wall decals on display and browse our lookbook at Resene ColorShops throughout New Zealand. Visit your local store to see the detail in person, gather ideas and talk through your wall colour.
Can I order YDS decals through any Resene ColorShop in New Zealand?
Yes. You can order our decals through any Resene ColorShop in New Zealand. Choose your design from the lookbook and discuss the size and colour with the team. We then make your decal to order in our New Zealand studio.
Can I buy the designs on the YDS website too?
Yes. Browse our wall decals online, including Stenciled Peonies, Nau mai, haere mai and Welcome Word Art. Eligible single-colour product pages include our Colour Studio, where you can explore Resene-inspired colours and request a colour sample.
Will my decal exactly match a Resene paint colour?
No. Our decal colours are inspired by Resene paint colours, but they are not exact paint matches. Paint, printed decal material, surface finish, screens and lighting all affect how a colour looks. Use a physical decal sample alongside your painted wall before deciding.
How do I order a decal colour sample?
Open an eligible single-colour product, such as Stenciled Peonies, Nau mai, haere mai or Welcome Word Art. In the Colour Studio, choose your colours and open “Request a colour sample”. Check the physical sample in your room in daylight and with your evening lighting.
How long should fresh paint cure before applying a decal?
Resene’s current wall decal guide recommends waiting one month for freshly painted walls to fully cure before applying a decal. Paint that feels dry is not necessarily fully cured. Follow the instructions for your particular paint and ask your Resene ColorShop about your surface or conditions.
How should I prepare my wall?
Start with a smooth, clean, dry, sound painted surface. During painting, follow the paint system’s preparation guidance, including light sanding between coats where appropriate, and remove all sanding dust. Once the paint has fully cured, wipe the decal area with a slightly damp, lint-free cloth to remove dust, then let it dry completely before installation.
Which paint finish is suitable for wall decals?
Resene’s guide lists matte, low-sheen, satin and semi-gloss painted surfaces as suitable. The surface should be smooth rather than heavily textured. Check the instructions supplied with your decal, and ask Resene or YDS for advice about your particular paint and wall before ordering.
Are YDS wall decals made in New Zealand?
Yes. We design and make our wall decals to order in-house in New Zealand. YDS Studio is our family business, founded by Antony and Jess in 2012 and previously known as Your Decal Shop. Our collection draws inspiration from New Zealand birds, native plants and the places we call home.
A little New Zealand, on your wall
Let’s bring your room to life.
See our decals and lookbook at your local Resene ColorShop,
or find your favourite online and make it your own.
