Most of you are not wallpaper symbol experts and yet, every wallpaper you will ever see, will have their specifications and properties communicated in the form of a standardised set of symbols. As it is crucial that you follow a wallpaper’s instructions, we’ve created this handy post to help you identify and understand what each symbol stands for. Hover over each symbol in this post to identify it.
Washability Rating
Every piece of wallpaper has a washability rating which is illustrated through a single symbol on the design’s label. If you do not follow the correct procedure relating to your paper’s washability, then this can lead to irreparable damage to the wallpaper itself. There are four main symbols that you may encounter in this category.
Spongeable – If you see a single wavy line on your label then it means that your wallpaper is spongeable. This is the lowest washability rating and means that, to clean the wallpaper, you have to use a damp but not
You’ve probably spent a lot of time designing your room and choosing the perfect wallpaper, so why risk disappointment by falling into certain wallpapering traps? In this blog post we are going to cover some of the most common errors that people make when hanging wallpaper and how best to avoid these problems. We’re here to help you get it right the first time around!
Not Reading the Instructions
Is your wallpaper a paste the wall or a paste the paper design? Is it spongeable, washable, extra washable or scrubbable? What is the design’s pattern match? If you don’t confidently know the answer to any of these questions then, before you go any further, take a look at your wallpaper’s label. We cannot stress enough the importance of this step! On the label you will find a range of terms and symbols which provide this vital information. The meaning of each symbol can be found easily online and for help with any technical terms check out our glossary
When deciding on which wallpaper to get, people often miss out on a very important step in the process - ordering samples! Here at World of Wallpaper we offer samples on all of our wallpapers and would strongly recommend getting a sample prior to purchasing. Continue reading for more advice and information on the importance of sampling and the service we provide to help you get the wallpaper which best suits your needs.
Why Should I Order a Wallpaper Sample?
If you’re wondering whether a sample is completely necessary, then the answer is yes! Despite every image on our site being as true to form as possible, there are a few completely unavoidable factors that can contribute to variations between the digital image and the physical copy. The first of these is the variation in screen contrast between different devices. A wallpaper on one person’s phone may appear slightly different to the same wallpaper on someone else’s device. The other affecting condition is to do with
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