Wallpaper Specs & FAQ

About the Wallpaper

We are proud to offer over forty designs hand printed in the United States in a curated range of color ways.  Our papers are printed to order with most shipping within 1 - 3 weeks, however some designs take longer due to the intricate production process. Often we print overage and have available inventory in popular styles for quicker shipping.  Please contact us if your order is urgent.  Custom coloring is available for an additional setup fee. 


How to Measure

We recommend consulting your installer to ensure enough paper is ordered for your project. You may also contact us directly via email or phone for an estimate. Please have your measurements ready in feet and inches, or meters. To get a general idea of how many rolls you need, use the formulas below.

[feet + inches]

We recommend measuring with a steel tape measure. Make your measurements in feet and round off to the next half foot or foot. Measure the wall height from the floor to the ceiling, excluding any baseboards or moldings. Then measure the length of the wall without deducting for windows or doors (this will leave you extra wallpaper in case you may need it). Multiply the two measurements to find the surface area of the wall.

Single rolls of our paper are 15 feet long, but widths generally vary from 27 – 28 inches, with a few even less. 1 roll in theory covers about 30 square feet, but 1 roll will only cover 1 drop on a standard 8 foot wall [about 16 square feet]. To find the number of rolls needed to cover your wall, multiply the height and the width of the wall by rounding up each length to the nearest foot. Then divide by 30.

Example: For a wall that is 10 feet 6 inches high by 9 feet 4 inches long. Round up and multiply 11 feet by 10 feet to get 110 square feet. Divide 110 by 30 and you will get 3.6. In this case you will need 5 rolls.

If the number divides out to be .5 or above, you will need to add one more roll on to be safe. If you were to get 3.4, 4 rolls would be enough, but if you get 3.5 to 4.4, you will need 5 rolls.

As the number of rolls increases beyond 10, you should factor in at least 5 – 10% for install error, as well as to have matching wallpaper [from the same run!] should panels become damaged over time and need replacing. Your installer is the best person to consult for ordering properly.

If you are unsure, please contact us before making a purchase.

[meters]

a. Measure the wall in meters, rounding up to the nearest 1/2 meter. For example, 4.3 meters should round to 4.5 meters. 

b. Multiply the length of the wall by the height of the wall to get the area; do not subtract for windows, doors etc. 

c. Divide by 2.75. For numbers x.01 – x.4, round up to next whole number. For example, if you get 4.3, you need 5 rolls. For numbers x.5 – x.99, round up and add one. For example, if you get 4.5, you need 6 rolls.This is to account for the vertical design match which is typically around 1 meter tall and the pattern must match side to side.

EXAMPLE: Say the wall is 4.3 x 5.7 meters. Write down 4.5 x 6 = 27. Divide 27/2.75 = 9.8. For this you would need 11 rolls. *We will most likely ship 5 double rolls and 1 single roll.

As the number of rolls increases beyond 10, you should factor in at least 5 – 10% for install error, as well as to have matching wallpaper [from the same run!] should panels become damaged over time and need replacing. Your installer is the best person to consult for ordering properly.

If you are unsure, please contact us before making a purchase.

How to Hang

We recommend that a professional experienced in paper hanging install all wallpaper. We cannot be held responsible for improperly hung paper.

Please note that mylar papers can be scratched or dulled by wallpaper smoothing tools. To avoid damage, wrap tools in chamois, lubricate tools with glue, or smooth paper by hand.

Please contact us for additional recommendations regarding specific hanging situations.

 

Wall Preparation

Walls should be primed with a product that is compatible with the adhesive before hanging wallcovering. Special attention should be given to removing all old paste. Do not apply directly over latex or water based paints without first priming the wall.

Adhesive: Do not thin with water

We recommend a good quality, clear, pre-mixed vinyl adhesive, such as Roman Adhesive PRO-880. Wash adhesive completely from surface of wallpaper immediately after each strip is hung. Any adhesive left on the face of the wallcovering may damage the surface-printed inks and cause them to flake. If a lining paper is used, hang only with a thin solution of the same ready-mixed adhesive. There is NO guarantee against mildewing, fading or oxidizing. 

Hanging Vinyl and Coated Paper Wallcoverings


We recommend that a professional experienced in paper hanging install all wallpaper. We will not be held responsible for improperly hung paper.  

We recommend a good quality, clear, premixed vinyl adhesive, such as Roman Adhesive PRO-880 or premixed Vinyl paste available from most Home Depots for most installations. Please contact us for additional recommendations regarding specific hanging situations.

Paste, “book” (fold pasted sides together), roll each sheet, and let stand for 3 – 5 minutes. This will keep the seams from opening up and drying out while the paper is relaxing. Match paper on the wall at eye level. Clean with warm water and a sponge, taking care to remove all the paste from the surface. Rinse thoroughly a second time with clean warm water.

 

Technical Information: Please Read Carefully

The highest quality craftsmanship has been employed in the production of the designs in this hand printed portfolio, and our product is carefully inspected before shipment. Final inspection and approval, however, is the responsibility of the customer. Before opening the first roll, customer must verify that the pattern number, dye lot and quantity are correct.

Customer is responsible for inspecting the merchandise for defects and other concerns or issues before installation. In the event a defect is found after installation has begun, stop immediately. Do not continue to install defective material. Under no circumstances should more than three strips be hung.

Labor claims will not be honored in any way. All of the wallcoverings in this collection are hand made; therefore, machine accuracy should not be expected. Each dye lot produced has its own unique inherent color and shading characteristics. Make note of the pattern number, run number and background lot number for future reference should it be needed.

 

Cleaning

For best results in cleaning your wallpaper, simply wipe with a cloth slightly dampened with water only and or a mild soap that does not contain detergent. Rinse with clear, clean water. Stains caused by grease and oil may not necessarily be removed.

 


Specs: Traditional Wallpaper

WIDTH: Most of our papers measure 27 to 28 inches wide by 5 yards (68 cm by 4.5 meters) except where noted on individual product pages. 

LENGTH: Sold in single roll increments of 5 yards (4.6m). Depending upon the stock, an order of over one roll may be shipped as uncut double or triple rolls. Custom orders can be printed in up to quad length (20 yard) bolts.

PRINT METHOD: Hand Screen Printed.


FIRE RATING: Class "A" Interior Wall & Ceiling Finish category – tested in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety Code 101. When tested in accordance with NFPA 255/ASTM E-84, they have a flame spread index of 5 and smoke development value of 40.

LEAD TIME: Most styles are available within 2-3 weeks. Please review individual product pages for more detailed lead times specific to each style and color.

PRICE: Please refer to individual product pages for details.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETAILS: We hand silk screen all of our patterns with care on clay-coated paper. All left over inks from the printing process are salvaged and reused–nothing is wasted or washed down the drains.

Our finished wallpapers can be gently wiped clean with a damp cloth, and are strippable.

Our papers are manufactured with responsibly-sourced fiber, and all suppliers adhere to one of the globally recognized forestry or chain of custody programs. These include:

  • Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC)

  • Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)

  • Programme for the Endorsement of Forestry Certification (PEFC)

  • Canadian Standards Association

Our papers are made with “elemental chlorine free” fiber.


Our paper supplier is both an ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004 certified company, and creates approximately 50% of its electricity by low-impact hydroelectric generators.

100% of the mill’s short paper fiber is reclaimed and used in the agricultural industry for nutrient rich compost or animal bedding.

Our paper supplier has been designated by the EPA as a National Performance Track Company.

 

Custom coloring

We offer custom coloring for all of our designs. Set up fees for custom coloring, not subject to discount, are as follows:

1 color, $150

2 colors, $200

3 colors, $250

4 colors, $300

5 colors, $350

There may be additional charges for specialty paint. Custom color minimum order 8 rolls. 

 

Paper Backed Vinyl

We can print most styles on a matching paper backed vinyl. The cost for paper backed vinyl is an additional $20 per roll not subject to discount.  A setup fee of $150 applies to in stock vinyls. Custom colored vinyls setup fees will be determined on a case by case basis, dependent on color, order size, and supplier minimums.  

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I'd like to see a sample before I place my wallpaper or fabric order, can I do that?

Absolutely! You can order samples directly from the page of the product you are interested in. Simply select 'sample' in the 'size' drop down menu and hit 'add to cart'. Then go to your cart to finish your order.

 

The sample I wish to order is listed as 'unavailable'. What should I do?

If the specific color sample you wish to order says it is unavailable, please contact us at info@aimeewilder.com below and we will send an alternate design in the color you requested alongside the design you requested in the closest matching color-way.

 

Do you offer a discount to the trade?

Yes, we offer a discount to the trade for orders of wallpaper by the roll and fabric by the yard.  Please contact us via the form below to register for your trade discount.

 

Do you send free samples to the trade?

We are a bespoke operation and we receive a very high rate of sample requests. Unfortunately, we cannot afford the material and labor costs associated with providing free samples to everyone.

 

Can I place a contract order for Aimée Wilder Wallpaper through another retailer?

To provide the best possible service, we can only honor large contract orders of 15 rolls or more directly.

 

Do you ship to my country?

Yes, we ship worldwide! (Except for our neon signs which are New York City pick-up only) 

 

My installer told me I need to order 5 'double' rolls, how do I do that?

A double roll is the equivalent of 2 single wallpaper rolls. So if you need 5 double rolls for your project, please order 10 rolls and indicate in the comments you prefer your order to ship in double rolls.

 

My shipping cost seems extraordinarily high – is it accurate?

There are occasional defects on our website’s shipping calculator, particularly with smaller orders such as those including multiple samples. If you think there may be an error please contact us via the form below and we will review your order. If there is an error we will issue you a refund for the difference. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

 

What paste do you recommend for your wallpaper?

We recommend a good quality, clear, premixed vinyl adhesive, such as Roman Adhesive PRO-880 or premixed Vinyl paste available from most Home Depots for most installations. Please contact us for additional recommendations regarding specific hanging situations.

 

How do I know if my order has shipped?

You will receive an automated email when your order has shipped.

 

Can I order custom colors for one of your wallpapers or fabrics?

Absolutely! Please provide us with Pantone or Benjamin Moore Paint colors. Custom colors incur a one-time set up fee of $200 for 1-2 color designs and $250 for 3-5 color designs. A minimum order of 8 rolls is required for 1-2 color designs. Higher minimums may apply for 3-5 color designs. 

 

Can I hang wallpaper in wet or humid areas?

We recommend paper backed vinyl for areas that may be subject to water splashes, children, and higher traffic. Most designs are available on paper backed vinyl that is extremely durable and scrubbable. Paper backed vinyl is an additional 20 dollars per roll. Vinyl orders are subject to custom order fees and minimums. Please email info@aimeewilder.com for more information and help with your order.  For very wet and humid areas we recommend other more breathable commercial materials. Please email us to inquire.