Wallpaper hung properly, first time
Wallpaper is less forgiving than paint. Walls that aren't flat, joints that aren't sealed or a first drop that isn't hung truly vertical will all show, and expensive papers don't leave much room for error. We treat paperhanging as a skilled job in its own right: walls are prepared and sized, the first drop is plumbed with a laser, patterns are matched carefully round corners and seams are rolled down tight.
Papers we hang
- Traditional paste-the-paper wallpapers
- Paste-the-wall and non-woven papers
- Heavy vinyls and textured papers for hallways and busy areas
- Designer and hand-printed papers – including brands like Morris & Co., Cole & Son and Sanderson
- Large-scale murals and panoramic panels
- Lining paper to smooth uneven walls before painting or papering
Stripping old wallpaper
Plenty of Epsom homes still have layers of old paper under the paint – sometimes several decades' worth. We remove it with steam and scrapers, taking care not to gouge the plaster, then wash down the paste residue, fill any damage and sand flat. If the plaster underneath is in poor shape, we'll talk you through options such as lining paper or patch repairs before anything new goes up.
Getting quantities right
Always check with us before you buy paper. Pattern repeats, room height and how the drops fall around windows and chimney breasts all affect how many rolls you need – and buying everything from the same batch matters for colour consistency. We'll measure up at the quote visit and tell you exactly how many rolls to order.
What's included
- Measuring and roll quantities worked out for you
- Old paper stripped and walls washed down
- Cracks and dents filled and sanded
- Walls sized or primed for good adhesion
- Laser-plumbed first drop and careful pattern matching
- Neat cutting-in at ceilings, skirtings and sockets
- Lining paper or cross-lining where needed
- All offcuts and waste cleared away
Wallpapering costs in Epsom
As a guide, hanging a single feature wall usually costs £200–£450, and papering a full average-sized room £450–£900, plus the cost of the paper. Stripping old wallpaper typically adds £150–£350 per room depending on how many layers there are and the condition of the plaster underneath. Designer and mural papers take longer to hang and are priced accordingly. See the price guide for more.
Wallpapering across Epsom and nearby
We hang and strip wallpaper in homes across Epsom and the surrounding area, including: