Wallpaper Guides

Everything you need to choose, measure, hang and care for your wallpaper — written in plain English, by people who do this every day.

Before You Buy

How to Measure for Wallpaper — get your numbers right the first time.
How Many Rolls Do I Need? — a simple way to work it out, plus why we always round up.
Wallpaper vs Wall Mural — which one suits your wall and your design.
Paste-the-Wall vs Traditional Paste — what the label means and why it matters.
Peel & Stick vs Paste-the-Wall — the honest comparison, including the plaster-wall question.
Wallpaper for Rentals — beautiful walls that won't cost your bond.
Why Order a Sample First — see and feel the real thing for $10 before you commit.

How to Hang Wallpaper — our full step-by-step method.
How to Hang a Wall Mural — panels are different to rolls. Here's how.
Tricky Spots: Corners, Archways & Power Points — the bits that decide how good the job looks.
How to Wallpaper a Ceiling — yes, you can. Here's the safe way.
Prepping Your Walls — the boring step that decides whether the job looks good.
How Long Does Wallpaper Take to Dry? — timelines, bubbles and why slow drying is good drying.

Harry Potter™ Wallpaper: The Complete Guide — the four official designs and which rooms they suit.
Striped Wallpaper: The Room-Fixer's Guide — make rooms taller, wider or calmer.
Grasscloth & Textured Wallpaper — real vs effect, and where texture earns its keep.
Is Wallpaper OK in Bathrooms & Kitchens? — the honest answer.
How to Clean & Care for Wallpaper — keep it looking new for years.
How to Remove Wallpaper — when it's time for a change.

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Still unsure? Order a $10 sample, or email us at mary@wallpapertrader.com — we're happy to help you get it right.