Phillip Jeffries Raffia Wallcovering and the New "Walls" Book: How to Bring Natural Texture Home
Phillip Jeffries has spent fifty years turning natural materials into wallcoverings, and raffia is one of the most recognizable. To mark the anniversary, the company is celebrated in a new book, Phillip Jeffries: Walls: Inspiring Design One Wall at a Time. Here's a look at the book, the brand's story, and how to use Phillip Jeffries raffia wallcovering in your own home.
About the Book: Phillip Jeffries: Walls
According to the publisher, Rizzoli, the book celebrates the family-owned wallcovering company and features dozens of rooms by top interior designers. It has 272 pages, and its listed publication date is September 22, 2026. See the book at Rizzoli Bookstore.
The publisher says it shows rooms ranging from calming bedrooms wrapped in grasscloth to scenic mural entryways and gold powder rooms. Designers including Thom Filicia, Steven Gambrel, Alexa Hampton, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Jeffrey Alan Marks, and Beth Webb share how they use the wallcoverings. It also covers the craft traditions behind natural materials such as raffia, hemp, and jute.
Availability and pricing can change, so check the retailer for current details.
A Brief History of Phillip Jeffries
Eric Bershad founded Phillip Jeffries in 1976 with just ten grasscloths. Today the family-run company is led by his sons, Philip and Jeffrey. It is known for natural, textured, and specialty wallcoverings, and its products appear in homes, hotels, and commercial spaces worldwide.
Want to see the full range? Browse all Phillip Jeffries wallpaper at The WorkRoom, or read about the newest Phillip Jeffries collections for 2026, including Arroyo Raffia.
Why Raffia Wallcovering Works in a Home
Raffia is a natural fiber, and on a wall it brings warmth and visual depth that paint can't. Here's what makes it appealing:
- Texture: The woven, fibrous surface adds dimension even in a neutral room.
- Warmth: Natural tones soften modern spaces and complement traditional ones.
- Versatility: It pairs with painted trim, wood furniture, linen, rattan, and metallic accents.
- Character: Natural materials vary from piece to piece, which is part of the appeal.
5 Ways to Decorate With Phillip Jeffries Raffia
1. Wrap a Bedroom in Soft Neutrals
Raffia behind the bed or across all four walls creates a calm, layered backdrop. Lacquered Raffia in Blanch is a light, neutrals-toned option. Keep bedding simple and add a wood or upholstered headboard for contrast.
2. Create a Moody Study or Reading Nook
A small room lets you use texture in a concentrated way. Deep tones like Lacquered Raffia in Gunmetal or Lacquered Raffia in Liquid Black pair well with a comfortable chair, a warm reading lamp, and a simple side table.
3. Add Glow to a Dining Room
Textured walls suit a room used for gatherings. Max's Metallic Raffia in Natural Gem adds a metallic shimmer. Try a wood table, linen upholstery, and lighting with a soft glow.
4. Choose Color for a Statement Room
If you want more than neutrals, look at Lacquered Raffia in Cobalt, Red Resin, or Tint of Teal. For a natural green, try African Raffia in Two Tone Green. Keep furnishings simple so the wall stays the focus.
5. Go for a Raffia Look in High-Traffic Spaces
For hallways, family rooms, or busy entries, consider Phillip Jeffries' performance vinyl raffia looks. Vinyl Raffia in Cashew and Vinyl Raffia in Hazelnut are engineered for high-traffic areas, and Vinyl Max's Metallic Raffia in Metallic Mélange adds a metallic touch.
Featured Phillip Jeffries Raffia Wallcoverings at The WorkRoom
Natural raffia
- Lacquered Raffia, Blanch
- Lacquered Raffia, Gunmetal
- Lacquered Raffia, Liquid Black
- Lacquered Raffia, Cobalt
- Lacquered Raffia, Red Resin
- Lacquered Raffia, Tint of Teal
- African Raffia, Two Tone Green
- Max's Metallic Raffia, Natural Gem
Performance vinyl raffia looks
Choosing the Right Raffia Wallcovering
- Order samples. Natural materials look different in photos than in person. Samples are available before ordering.
- Check colors in your light. View samples in daylight and at night with your lamps.
- Remember it's sold by the yard. Phillip Jeffries wallcoverings at The WorkRoom are priced by the yard, not the roll, so measure carefully and ask us if you need help.
- Expect natural variation. Shade and texture can vary across a natural wallcovering, so ask about ordering enough from the same run.
- Plan the installation. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and work with an installer experienced in natural wallcoverings.
- Confirm the exact product. Check specifications on the specific listing, and use live chat if you need to confirm stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillip Jeffries raffia wallcovering?
It's a natural, textured wallcovering from Phillip Jeffries made with raffia. Shop our Phillip Jeffries raffia wallcoverings and check each listing for colors and specifications.
What is the Phillip Jeffries Walls book about?
According to the publisher, it celebrates the company's fifty years and shows dozens of rooms by top interior designers, along with the craft behind its natural materials.
Who founded Phillip Jeffries?
Eric Bershad founded the company in 1976. It is now led by his sons, Philip and Jeffrey.
Does raffia wallcovering work in a modern home?
Yes. Natural texture adds warmth to modern interiors, especially with clean furniture lines and a limited color palette.
Is there a raffia option for high-traffic areas?
Phillip Jeffries offers performance vinyl raffia looks, such as Vinyl Raffia in Cashew, described as engineered for high-traffic areas.
How do I choose a raffia color?
Start with samples and compare them to your flooring, furnishings, and paint in your own lighting.
Bring Natural Texture Into Your Home
Whether you're inspired by the new book or simply drawn to natural materials, raffia is an easy way to add depth to a room. Shop Phillip Jeffries wallcoverings at The WorkRoom, order samples, and use live chat if you'd like help choosing.
