Dinosaur Wall Stickers

Looking for dinosaur wall stickers to turn your child's bedroom into a prehistoric jungle? Our selection brings together repositionable designs that are easy to apply and work just as well in a reading corner as across a whole wall. From a giant T-Rex to a gentle Diplodocus for the nursery, every sticker is made to last without damaging your walls.

Why choose a dinosaur sticker to decorate a bedroom?

Dinosaur wall stickers win parents over for three practical reasons: on average they cost 5 to 10 times less than professionally hung wallpaper, they go up in under 30 minutes with no special kit, and they come off without leaving a mark on the paint. Unlike a painted mural, you can change them as soon as your child's tastes move on — a big plus when you consider that children switch decor themes every 3 to 5 years on average.

Beyond the practical side, dinosaur wall decals meet a real learning need: they fire the imagination, spark questions about prehistory and help children learn the names of different species. The benefits of a wall sticker compared with paint or wallpaper:

• Reversible application: can be removed without tools or chemicals
• Affordable: between £22.90 and £54.90 depending on size, compared with £170 to £510 for hung wallpaper
• Suitable from age 2, with no toxic risk for young children
• Adaptable: replace them or add to them over the years
• Quick to apply, even on your own, in under an hour for a medium size

If you're decorating the whole room, our kids' & nursery wall stickers offer complementary themes that pair nicely with prehistoric designs.

A repositionable wall sticker that won't damage your walls

All our stickers use a low-tack adhesive, meaning a gentle adhesive that peels away cleanly even after 2 to 3 years on the wall. In practice, you can lift a design you've misplaced within the first few hours and reposition it elsewhere without damaging the surface. This works on matt, satin or soft-sheen paint — the most common finishes in a children's bedroom.

One condition is essential: the wall must be clean and completely dry before you apply it. A freshly painted wall needs at least 21 days to dry fully before it's ready for a sticker; otherwise the adhesive may pull the paint off when you remove it.

Designs for every style: T-Rex, Diplodocus, Jurassic...

Our selection covers the main species children love. Here's an overview of the themes available and what each one offers:

To extend the decor with other animal designs that suit the prehistoric theme, browse our wider collection of animal wall stickers.

XXL or giant dinosaur stickers: for a wow effect

XXL dinosaur stickers usually measure more than 120 cm in height or width, and some designs reach 180 cm for a full-length T-Rex. These large formats completely transform a bedroom, creating a focal point you notice as soon as you walk in.

A few pointers to get the size right:

• A sticker between 60 and 100 cm suits a secondary wall or the space above the bed
• A sticker between 100 and 150 cm fits the main wall of a 9 to 12 m² bedroom
• An XXL sticker over 150 cm needs a clear wall at least 2.5 m wide so it has room to breathe
• For a complete multi-piece scene, allow 3 to 4 m² of free wall space

How do you apply dinosaur wall stickers?

Applying a wall sticker takes no DIY skills at all. For a standard size of around 60 x 90 cm, allow 15 to 20 minutes. Here's the step-by-step method:

1. Clean the wall with a damp cloth, then leave it to dry for at least 30 minutes. The surface should be smooth, with no dust or greasy residue.
2. Measure and mark the position in pencil, using a spirit level for designs that need to line up horizontally.
3. Gradually peel off the backing paper, starting from one corner and only 10 to 15 cm to begin with.
4. Position the sticker on the wall starting from the top, then smooth it down from top to bottom with a plastic squeegee or a stiff card to push out any air bubbles.
5. Carefully remove the transfer tape by pulling it back at 180° (parallel to the wall), never straight out from the wall.

If a bubble remains after application, prick it with a fine needle and smooth outwards — it disappears in seconds. Avoid applying a sticker when the room is below 15 °C, as the adhesive is less effective in the cold.

Dinosaur stickers: what age are they for?

The right design and size depend directly on your child's age. A baby doesn't have the same visual needs as an 8-year-old who wants a bedroom straight out of a dinosaur blockbuster. Here's a guide to help you get it right:

For a dinosaur sticker in a nursery, go for soft shades and scattered designs rather than one big predator: a life-size T-Rex can be a bit scary for a child under 3, especially at bedtime. From age 5, on the other hand, children often ask for the most spectacular versions themselves. If your child also loves other fantasy worlds, take a look at our unicorn wall stickers, in the same dreamy spirit.

How do you care for a dinosaur wall sticker over time?

A well-applied wall sticker lasts 3 to 5 years on average with no visible wear, as long as you avoid a few common mistakes. A sticker's main enemy is prolonged damp: a wall exposed to more than 70% humidity (an adjoining bathroom, a poorly ventilated bedroom) can gradually lift the design after 12 to 18 months.

A few simple rules help it last longer:

• Clean the surface of the sticker with a soft, slightly damp cloth — never use abrasive products or a scouring sponge
• Avoid direct sunlight for more than 4 hours a day, which fades the colours after 2 to 3 years
• Never apply a sticker to a freshly painted wall before it has had 21 days to dry fully
• Air the room for 10 minutes a day to limit condensation, especially in winter
• Don't add extra tape along the edges: it pulls off the original adhesive when you remove it

If a corner starts to lift after several years, a drop of PVA glue applied with a needle is enough to stick it back down, with no need to replace the whole sticker.