Prepare the surface and tools

A straight first panel and a clean wall make peel and stick wallpaper much easier to manage. Tempaper recommends cleaning the surface with a damp cloth and waiting until it dries completely. Gather a level, pencil, tape measure, craft knife, straight edge and squeegee before opening a roll. Check that multiple rolls have matching lot numbers, and inspect the delivered material for damage before installation starts.

Match the repeat gradually

Find the horizontal pattern repeat on the label, then choose a recognizable detail on the first two panels. Move the second panel until that detail lines up before removing more backing and smoothing the paper onto the wall. Use the squeegee to work out air bubbles as you progress. A second person can support the loose material and make alignment easier. If removing electrical covers, turn off the supply first and restore power only after replacing the covers.

Align Peel and Stick Wallpaper With Less Guesswork