3 Tips for Choosing the Correct Wallpaper

Choosing the right decor takes patience. Picking a wallpaper is not for the faint of heart. Oftentimes wallpaper cannot be returned and unlike paint, you typically don’t get a redo. So you ask, what should I do when it comes to choosing wallpaper? Stay tuned!

Measurements - Most job estimates these days are free. An estimate is important because the correct measurements must be taken. Did you know that wallpaper is printed in batches from a mill? This is why wallpaper is so hard to return. Having to order more wallpaper because you failed to get the measurements and quantity right could cost you if it turns out the pigment for Batch Y is slightly different. Get an estimate to avoid the reorder delay and return headaches.

Designs & Patterns - Make a list of your top 5. Whittle your choices down from there and remember the adjoining color schematic of the area you plan to wallpaper. Ask for opinions when you have eliminated a couple of options. Truthfully, someone is going to have an opinion anyway. Be careful when ordering clearance items. Make sure the batch numbers of the wallpaper match. You can call the supplier beforehand to verify

Wallpaper Sample Above in Partial Natural Sun & Shadows

Samples - If you are ordering online, pay the price for samples. Wallpaper looks different when exposed to various light levels. If the wallpaper is textured, you are less likely to be disappointed by paying the small upfront cost. If you can, go to a store like Sherwin Willams and ask to browse their wallpaper sample booklets. Your contractor can also help you with styles.

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