Wallpaper Basics

How much wallpaper do I need?

First... all Livinbond wallpaper rolls are 24" wide and all pattern designs are a "straight match" repeat, which means the pattern will line up perfectly from top to bottom.

Total Wall Width (in inches) divided by 24" = Total number of Rolls (round up to the nearest whole number)

To determine how many rolls you’ll need, measure and write down how many inches each wall is then add them together and divide total by 24. Round up to the nearest whole number. 

Wall Height (in inches) divided by 12″ = Roll length 

Wallpaper Roll Height
Livinbond wallpaper comes in 3′, 9′ & 12′ lengths. To determine how tall your rolls need to be, take your wall length and divide by 12″. We recommend rounding up so you have wiggle room to match your pattern. Also, most walls (even in new construction) are not even. Having a little extra helps you adjust and end up with perfectly wallpapered walls.

Prepare Your Wall....

Before applying any wallpaper, ensure your wall is smooth, clean and dust-free. Patch any damaged areas of the wall, especially where sharp edges might pierce or tear the wallpaper. For best results, apply wallpaper to a surface that is a solid, light color. Allow recently painted or primed walls to cure for four weeks prior to installing wallpaper (applying wallpaper over uncured paint can lead to bubbling).