Wallpaper FAQ
A practical FAQ covering material selection, installation, panel logic, measuring rules, certifications, moisture use, and sample workflow.
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General Information
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How many wallpaper material options are available?Q
There are three options: **Fabric Traditional**, **Fabric Peel & Stick**, and **Smooth Peel & Stick (3M graphic film based)**.
What is the main difference between these three materials?Q
The core differences are surface texture, installation method, repositioning behavior, and ideal wall type.
Which material should I choose for my use case?Q
Choose **Fabric Traditional** for a classic, permanent installation, **Fabric Peel & Stick** for easier no-paste application, and **Smooth Peel & Stick** for a very clean modern look on fully smooth walls.
About Fabric Traditional
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What is Fabric Traditional?Q
Fabric Traditional is a premium wallpaper with a subtle textile texture, installed with wallpaper paste.
What does the surface feel/look like?Q
It has a matte, lightly textured fabric-like surface that creates a softer, more natural finish.
How is Fabric Traditional installed?Q
It requires wallpaper adhesive/paste. It is not self-adhesive.
What are the main advantages of Fabric Traditional?Q
It is durable, long-lasting, and suitable for professional premium interior projects.
Is Fabric Traditional considered permanent?Q
Yes. It is intended for more permanent installations and is harder to remove after curing.
Can panel alignment be adjusted during installation?Q
Yes. You can align panels during application.
Which wall types are best for Fabric Traditional?Q
Flat painted walls and lightly textured painted walls are the best fit.
About Fabric Peel & Stick
6 questions
What is Fabric Peel & Stick?Q
It is a self-adhesive wallpaper with a textile-like matte surface and no extra paste requirement.
What is the surface like?Q
Matte, fabric-textured front with a self-adhesive backing.
What is the biggest benefit?Q
Fast and practical installation with repositioning during application.
Can it be removed and used again later?Q
It can be repositioned during installation, but once fully removed, re-use is not recommended.
Which wall types are suitable?Q
Flat painted and lightly textured painted walls.
Where is it commonly preferred?Q
Rental spaces, DIY projects, and accent wall applications.
About Smooth Peel & Stick
7 questions
What is Smooth Peel & Stick?Q
A smooth-surface modern wall covering produced with professional 3M graphic film technology.
What visual style does it provide?Q
A cleaner, flatter, modern matte appearance.
What are its key strengths?Q
Smooth matte finish, strong adhesion, modern look, and high print quality.
Can it be repositioned during installation?Q
Yes, it can be lifted and repositioned while applying.
Can it be reused after full removal?Q
No, full removal generally ends its recommended use lifecycle.
What walls are required for Smooth Peel & Stick?Q
Fully smooth, well-prepared interior walls.
In which rooms can it be used?Q
Living rooms, hallways, kitchens, and suitable low-to-moderate humidity interiors.
Moisture and Special Use Cases
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Can wallpaper be used in a bathroom?Q
On suitable surfaces, **Smooth Peel & Stick** can be used in moderate-humidity areas (for example powder rooms). Direct water exposure is not recommended.
Can wallpaper be used in a kitchen?Q
Yes, on proper surfaces and away from direct water and intense steam.
Is direct water or heavy steam a risk?Q
Yes. Direct water contact and heavy steam are not recommended.
Printing Technology and Safety
6 questions
Which print technology is used?Q
All wallpapers are produced using HP Latex printing technology.
What are the HP Latex advantages?Q
Water-based inks, low odor, lower emissions, high color accuracy, and strong detail.
Is it safe for indoor use?Q
Yes. It is designed for indoor environments.
Which certifications are relevant?Q
HP Latex is associated with **GREENGUARD Gold** and **ECOLOGO** standards.
What does GREENGUARD Gold mean?Q
Low chemical emissions and better indoor-air suitability, including sensitive spaces.
What does ECOLOGO mean?Q
A stronger environmental profile and lower lifecycle impact.
Panel System
4 questions
Are wallpapers printed as one single giant piece?Q
No. They are produced in vertical panels for easier installation control.
What is the standard panel width?Q
Standard width is **23 inches** (about **58 cm**).
Why is there an overlap allowance?Q
It helps alignment and cleaner seam appearance during installation.
Can panel alignment be done on all materials?Q
Yes, across Fabric Traditional, Fabric Peel & Stick, and Smooth Peel & Stick.
Repositioning and Reuse
3 questions
Can Peel & Stick products be removed?Q
They can be lifted/repositioned during application.
Can Peel & Stick products be reused later?Q
No. Repositionable during install does not mean reusable after full removal.
Is “repositionable” the same as “reusable”?Q
No. Repositionable means adjustable during install; reusable means removable and reinstallable later.
Wall Condition Before Installation
3 questions
What should the wall condition be before installation?Q
Clean, dry, dust-free, grease-free, and structurally sound with stable paint.
Can I install right after painting?Q
No. Fresh paint must fully cure first.
What are the most critical wall prerequisites?Q
Flat painted surface, dryness, cleanliness, and good paint integrity.
Suitable and Unsuitable Surfaces
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Which surfaces are ideal?Q
Smooth painted walls, smooth drywall, and clean dry interior painted surfaces.
Can lightly textured walls work?Q
Yes, especially with fabric-based options, but adhesion can vary by texture level.
What are conditionally suitable surfaces?Q
Lightly textured paint and previously wallpapered-but-cleaned surfaces (sample test recommended).
Which surfaces are not recommended?Q
Raw concrete, brick/stone, very rough walls, damp/moldy walls, peeling paint, and exterior surfaces.
Why are some surfaces not recommended?Q
Because adhesion reliability and print appearance can degrade significantly.
Is outdoor use supported?Q
No. These products are intended for interior use.
Can I install on damp or damaged walls?Q
No. Damp, moldy, or paint-failing walls are not suitable.
Measuring and Preview
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How should wall dimensions be measured?Q
Measure full wall width and full wall height; include openings in total planning.
Why should I add extra tolerance to dimensions?Q
To absorb real-wall irregularities and improve installation safety.
What if I am not confident in my measurements?Q
Share wall photos and dimensions for guided support before production.
Can I see a preview before production?Q
Yes. A room/wall preview can be prepared from your wall photo.
Sample Orders
3 questions
Why order a sample first?Q
To evaluate texture, print quality, adhesion behavior, and color in your real lighting.
When is sample testing especially important?Q
When wall compatibility is uncertain or when exact color/finish confidence is needed.
Are sample pieces intended for decorative/craft usage?Q
No. Samples are for evaluation and approval workflows.
Quick Material Explainers
6 questions
How do I explain Fabric Traditional quickly to customers?Q
Textile-look premium wallpaper installed with paste, ideal for long-term refined interiors.
How do I explain Fabric Peel & Stick quickly?Q
Textile-look self-adhesive option, easy to apply and reposition during installation.
How do I explain Smooth Peel & Stick quickly?Q
Professional smooth matte self-adhesive finish with a modern clean look on smooth walls.
How do I explain the print technology quickly?Q
All wallpapers are printed with HP Latex (water-based inks, high detail, indoor-friendly profile).
How do I explain the panel system quickly?Q
Produced in vertical 23-inch panels with overlap allowance for alignment.
What is the clearest short warning for Peel & Stick?Q
Repositionable during install, but not intended for full remove-and-reuse cycles.
Summary Decision Guide
5 questions
Which option is best for permanent installation?Q
Fabric Traditional.
Which option is best for easiest installation?Q
Fabric Peel & Stick.
Which option is best for the most modern flat look?Q
Smooth Peel & Stick.
Which option is best for lightly textured walls?Q
Usually fabric-based options (Fabric Traditional or Fabric Peel & Stick), with sample testing advised.
Which option is ideal for fully smooth walls?Q
Smooth Peel & Stick.