Pattern types
Floral designs range from delicate sprigs to oversized blooms. Geometric patterns, such as hexagons and lines, look modern. Stripes make walls look taller or wider depending on direction. Damask suits formal lounges. Textures, imitating plaster, fabric or stone, give depth without a visible pattern. 3D and murals turn one wall into a scene.
If you are unsure, a textured plain is the safest choice and ages gracefully.
Scale and repeat
Scale is the size of the pattern, and repeat is the distance before it repeats. Large patterns suit large walls and high ceilings, while small patterns suit small rooms and narrow walls. A large bold pattern in a small room feels cramped and a tiny pattern on a big wall looks like noise.
Repeat decides waste. A pattern with a 25 cm repeat needs more paper to match at the seams than a plain or random pattern. Ask the seller for the repeat and add it to your quantity.
Colours with light and furniture
Look at the sample against your sofa, curtains and floor, in daylight and at night. Warm colours such as cream, terracotta and gold suit north-facing rooms that lack sun. Cool colours such as blue, grey and sage calm hot, bright rooms. Dark patterns look rich but absorb light, so use them on one wall.
A busy pattern pairs with plain furniture and the reverse. Do not make both compete.
Room suggestions
Bedroom: soft florals or textures on the headboard wall. Lounge: a bold pattern or 3D texture on the TV or feature wall. Dining room: stripes or damask for a formal feel. Kids' room: a playful pattern in washable vinyl. Hallway: a durable textured vinyl that tolerates bags and scuffs.
What wallpaper costs
These are typical material rates in Pakistan. A standard 53 cm by 10 m roll covers about 57 square feet before waste.
| Item | Rate (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Basic PVC roll | PKR 2,500 - 4,000 |
| Textured roll | PKR 4,000 - 6,000 |
| Premium roll | PKR 6,000 - 7,500 |
| Per square foot, material | PKR 45 - 130 |
| Fitting, per sq ft | PKR 25 - 60 |
Choosing tips
Take two or three samples home and tape them on the actual wall for a few days. Calculate rolls from the wall area, and add 10 to 15 percent for pattern matching. Buy all rolls from the same batch number, so that the colour matches from drop to drop. Choose washable vinyl for kitchens, hallways and children's rooms.
Pairing with curtains and floor
Wallpaper is one part of the room. Pick curtains in a plain fabric that picks up one colour from the paper, and keep the floor and the large furniture calm. If the paper has a strong pattern, choose a rug with a quiet texture. This lets the wall be the feature and stops the room from competing with itself.
Mistakes to avoid
Choosing from a photo, buying too few rolls and finding that the next batch has a different shade, and ignoring the wall condition are the three big mistakes. A damp or cracked wall will ruin any wallpaper, so repair and prime the wall first, and ensure the room is dry before the fitter starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Match the scale to the room: large patterns for large walls and small patterns for small rooms. Tape samples on the actual wall, view them in day and night light, and pair a busy pattern with plain furniture so the two do not compete.
Measure the wall area, divide by about 45 to 50 usable square feet per roll, and add 10 to 15 percent for pattern matching. A pattern with a long repeat needs more paper, so check the repeat on the label with the seller.
Light colours and small or textured patterns make a small room feel larger. A pale texture or a fine vertical stripe works well. Use a bold pattern only on one feature wall. A vertical stripe stretches the walls upward, and a pale textured plain keeps the room calm and bright.
It is the distance before a pattern starts again. A long repeat wastes more paper because the fitter has to align each drop with the previous one. Check the repeat before ordering and add the extra to your quantity. Ask for the repeat in centimetres on the roll label before ordering, so the quantity is right.
No. Damp makes wallpaper bubble and peel and can cause mould. Fix any leak first, let the wall dry fully, then prime it. A dry, smooth, primed wall is the secret to long-lasting wallpaper. A moisture meter or a simple plastic-sheet test taped to the wall will show if damp is still present.
Yes. We supply wallpaper from stock in many patterns and deliver across Pakistan, with fitting available. Send your wall measurements and a photo on WhatsApp and we will suggest patterns and send a written rate with the rolls needed. We can also advise on adhesive and primer, so the whole job is priced in one quote.