The Wallpaper Journal
Pattern, palette and the practical details. Explore room stories and clear guidance for choosing wallpaper and wall murals that belong in your space.
Ideas from the journal
Room stories & design advice
Explore color combinations, pattern scale and practical tips for your next project.
How to Match Wallpaper with Living Room Furniture: Expert Design Tips
Learn how to match wallpaper with living room furniture using expert design tips. Discover the best patterns, colors, and textures to create a balanced, stylish, and timeless living space.
How to Match Wallpaper with Living Room Furniture: Expert Design Tips
Learn how to match wallpaper with living room furniture using expert design tips. Discover the best patterns, colors, and textures to create a balanced, stylish, and timeless living space.
Living Room Feature Wall Ideas: How to Create a Stunning Focal Point
Discover expert living room feature wall ideas, learn how to choose the right wallpaper or wall mural, and create a stylish focal point that adds depth, character, and lasting visual...
Living Room Feature Wall Ideas: How to Create a Stunning Focal Point
Discover expert living room feature wall ideas, learn how to choose the right wallpaper or wall mural, and create a stylish focal point that adds depth, character, and lasting visual...
Best Wallpaper for Living Room: How to Choose the Perfect Design for Your Space
Discover how to choose the best wallpaper for your living room with expert design tips, timeless style ideas, and practical advice for selecting the perfect wallpaper or wall mural to...
Best Wallpaper for Living Room: How to Choose the Perfect Design for Your Space
Discover how to choose the best wallpaper for your living room with expert design tips, timeless style ideas, and practical advice for selecting the perfect wallpaper or wall mural to...
Best Wallpaper for Bathroom: Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Material
Discover the best wallpaper for bathrooms, compare suitable materials, and learn how to choose stylish, durable designs for powder rooms and humid interiors.
Best Wallpaper for Bathroom: Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Material
Discover the best wallpaper for bathrooms, compare suitable materials, and learn how to choose stylish, durable designs for powder rooms and humid interiors.
Peel and Stick vs Traditional Wallpaper: Which One Should You Choose?
Compare peel and stick wallpaper with traditional wallpaper to find the best option for your home. Learn the key differences, installation methods, durability, maintenance, and expert recommendations before you buy.
Peel and Stick vs Traditional Wallpaper: Which One Should You Choose?
Compare peel and stick wallpaper with traditional wallpaper to find the best option for your home. Learn the key differences, installation methods, durability, maintenance, and expert recommendations before you buy.
How to Measure a Wall for Wallpaper: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to measure a wall for wallpaper or a custom wall mural with this simple step-by-step guide. Avoid common measuring mistakes, calculate the correct size, and order with confidence...
How to Measure a Wall for Wallpaper: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to measure a wall for wallpaper or a custom wall mural with this simple step-by-step guide. Avoid common measuring mistakes, calculate the correct size, and order with confidence...
From first idea to finished wall
Plan your project with confidence.
Practical starting points for choosing, measuring and preparing. Open a guide for the details.
How to measure your wall
Measure the width and height in several places, then record the widest and tallest measurements. Note your units and any sloped ceilings, alcoves or other obstacles.
Wall murals: use the size guide on your chosen product, allow the recommended trimming margin, then review the design crop before adding it to your cart.
Wallpaper rolls: check the listed roll width and available heights. Plan enough strips for the wall and allow for pattern matching; the design repeat can change the quantity required.
For several walls or an irregular space, send us a sketch, measurements and the product link before ordering.
Get help with measurementsCompare materials & finishes
The material changes both the feel of the surface and the installation method. Check the options available on your chosen design.
- Non-Woven: a smooth, matte finish that requires wallpaper paste.
- Peel & Stick: a self-adhesive material applied by removing the backing; no separate paste is needed.
- Textured: a tactile, matte finish that requires paste and the supplied hanging instructions.
Wall condition and paint can affect adhesion. Compare a sample on your own wall and follow the instructions for the selected material.
Ask about your wall and materialChoose and compare samples
Open the design you like, select “Order a sample”, choose a material and review the sample size and price.
- Look at the sample in daylight and with your evening lighting.
- Hold it beside your paint, flooring, fabrics and furniture.
- Compare the surface finish and test suitability on your intended wall according to the material instructions.
A sample shows color and finish; it may show only part of the artwork. Use the full product images to judge the overall pattern and composition.
Find a design to samplePrepare for installation
Start with a clean, dry, smooth and sound surface. Repair imperfections and allow newly painted walls to cure according to the paint and wallpaper instructions.
- Check the material, design and all supplied panels before hanging.
- Lay panels out in order and plan the position of the pattern or mural.
- Use the tools and adhesive specified for your material.
- Follow the supplied hanging guide, working carefully around edges and obstacles.
If the wall is textured, damp or damaged, ask for advice before installation. Stop and contact us if you notice an issue with the print or panels.
Get installation supportBefore you order
The questions worth asking.
Wallpaper or a wall mural?
Wallpaper usually builds a repeating pattern across the wall. A mural creates one larger composition, so the wall proportions and the position of furniture matter when reviewing the crop. Check the format and sizing options on the product page before choosing.
Will the color match my screen?
Screens and room lighting can change how a color appears. A physical sample is the best way to compare the print and finish beside your existing furnishings before ordering the full design.
Can I use it in a bathroom or kitchen?
Suitability depends on the material, wall preparation, ventilation and exposure to water or heat. A room photograph is styling inspiration, not confirmation that every material suits every location. Send us the product link and details of the intended wall so we can advise before you order.
Ask about room suitabilityWhat should I check before checkout?
Review the selected material, sample or full-size option, units, dimensions, quantity and total price. For a mural, also check the preview and crop. Confirm your delivery address and read the shipping and returns policies, especially for made-to-measure orders.
Let’s work through the details.
Send your chosen design, wall measurements and a photo of the space. Our team can help with sizing and material questions.