We're thrilled you're considering wallpaper for your space! Wallpaper transforms rooms in ways paint simply cannot, adding texture, pattern, and personality that makes a house feel like home. We want your project to be everything you envision—and that starts with being prepared.

This guide comes from years of professional installation experience and exists to help you avoid the most common pitfalls we see. When customers follow these guidelines, their projects go smoothly, look stunning, and they couldn't be happier. Let's set you up for success.

The Golden Rule: Order All Your Wallpaper at Once

Critical Information: Wallpaper is produced in batches, similar to fabric dye lots. Even the exact same pattern ordered weeks apart can have slight color variations from the printing process. You must order all the wallpaper needed for your entire project in a single order.

We cannot guarantee color matching between different production runs. This is industry-standard across all wallpaper manufacturers. If you run short and need to reorder, the new rolls may not match perfectly.

What This Means for You:

Calculate your needs carefully before ordering

Order all rolls at the same time.

Work with a Professional Installer BEFORE You Order

Here's something we see time and time again: homeowners underestimate how much wallpaper they need. Even online calculators frequently come up short. Even experienced designers sometimes miscalculate. Why? Because every room is unique, and wallpaper installation has variables that simple calculators can't account for.

Professional Insight: As an installer with years of experience, I can tell you that pattern repeat, ceiling height variations, room features, waste factor, and installation method all dramatically affect how much wallpaper you'll actually need. A professional installer knows how to account for these variables.

Why You Need an Installer on Board First:

• Accurate Quantity Calculation: Professional installers can assess your specific room and give you precise measurements that account for pattern matching, ceiling angles, windows, doors, and other architectural features

• Pattern Understanding: Installers know how different pattern repeats affect waste and can calculate accordingly

• Room Preparation Advice: They can tell you what prep work needs to happen before wallpaper arrives

• Timeline Coordination: You'll know when to order so wallpaper arrives at the right time in your project

• Product Recommendations: Some wallpapers work better in certain conditions—an installer can guide you

Remember: Because we have a no-refund policy (wallpaper is made to order), getting the quantity right the first time is essential. Working with an installer protects your investment.

Wallpaper Goes in Last: Timing Your Project

Wallpaper is the finishing touch, not a starting point. It's installed after nearly all other work is complete. Understanding this timeline is crucial for project planning and helps you coordinate with various contractors.

Why This Order Matters:

• Wallpaper can be damaged by construction dust, paint splatters, or contractor traffic

• Walls need proper preparation that must fully cure before wallpaper application

• Trim work after wallpaper can tear or damage the paper.

• Installing other trades after wallpaper voids most manufacturer warranties

Your Responsibilities when ordering

We want to be completely transparent with you: the responsibility for quantity accuracy, timing, and choosing a qualified installer rests with you, as the purchaser 

You are responsible for:

• Ordering the correct quantity based on professional installer measurements.

• Vetting and hiring an installer—checking references, credentials, insurance, and previous work.

• Coordinating project timeline so walls are properly prepared and wallpaper arrives when needed.

• Final decisions on pattern, color, and product selection.

• Communication between the installer, contractors, and our team for any questions you have ahead of time.

• Site conditions being appropriate for wallpaper installation.

What We Cannot Guarantee:

While we stand behind the quality of our wallpaper products upon arrival to you, we cannot guarantee the outcome of your installation project. Variables outside our control include installer skill, wall preparation, environmental conditions, and site-specific challenges.

We're Here to Support You

Having an amazing experience and getting the results you want with your wallpaper comes down to clarity. We want you to have all the information you need to make confident decisions. We're absolutely here to help you succeed.

How We Support Your Project:

• Product expertise: We can answer detailed questions about our wallpapers, patterns, materials, and installation requirements

• Samples: We provide samples so you can make informed color and pattern decisions

• Technical specifications: We supply all the information your installer needs about the product

• Resource recommendations: We can point you toward helpful installation resources and guidelines

• Responsive communication: We're available to answer questions throughout your decision-making process

• Quality assurance: Every order is checked before shipping to ensure you receive exactly what you ordered

Pre-Order Checklist

Before you place your order, make sure you can check off every item:

☐ I have hired a professional wallpaper installer 

☐ My installer has measured the space and provided exact quantities needed 

☐ I have ordered and reviewed physical samples in my space 

☐ I understand wallpaper is made to order and cannot be returned or exchanged 

☐ I am ordering all needed wallpaper in one order to ensure dye lot matching 

☐ My renovation timeline shows all prep work will be complete before wallpaper installation 

☐ I have confirmed my installer is available during the timeframe my wallpaper will arrive 

☐ I have communicated with my installer about this specific wallpaper product and its requirements 

☐ I accept responsibility for quantity accuracy, installer selection, and project coordination 

☐ I have asked any questions I have and feel confident in my decision

Final Thoughts

Wallpaper is an investment in your home's beauty and your daily living experience. When done right, it's transformative. The projects that go most smoothly are the ones where homeowners have done their homework, worked with qualified professionals, and made informed decisions.

We know this guide contains a lot of information, and we don't share it to overwhelm you—we share it because we genuinely want your project to succeed. Every point here comes from real experience seeing what works and what doesn't.

Take your time with the planning phase. Ask questions. Work with professionals. View samples. When you're ready to order with confidence, we'll be here to provide you with beautiful, high-quality wallpaper that transforms your space exactly as you envision.

Ready to Get Started?

Check out our wallpaper collection here.

Contact us if you have any questions. We're here to answer your questions and help you make informed decisions about your wallpaper project.