Feature wall wallpaper in Exeter
Professional feature wall wallpaper services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£210
Typical Duration
2-4 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Feature wall wallpapered professionally with pattern matched perfectly and no bubbles. Transform a room with one statement wall - all the impact of full wallpaper without overwhelming the space.
One Wall, Maximum Impact
Feature walls are genius - all the drama and personality of wallpaper, but just one wall. The rest stays simple.
Bold patterns, amazing textures, statement colours - things that would be too much on every wall work perfectly on just one. Behind the bed, chimney breast, or the wall you see when you walk in.
💡 Pro tip: Choose the wall you see most often for your feature. Behind the bed in a bedroom, chimney breast in living room, or the wall opposite the door are classic choices.
Why DIY Wallpapering Goes Wrong
Wallpapering looks easy on YouTube:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ DIY Reality |
|---|---|
| Pattern matched at every seam | Mismatch obvious from across room |
| Bubbles smoothed out completely | Lumps and creases everywhere |
| Edges stuck down properly | Lifting after a week |
| Trimmed clean at ceiling/skirting | Rough edges, gaps, overlaps |
The pattern matching is the skill - that's what separates okay from professional.
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Prep | Wall cleaned, sized if needed, rough patches smoothed |
| Measure | Pattern repeat calculated, strips cut to length |
| Hang | Each strip pasted, hung, pattern matched at seams |
| Smooth | Bubbles removed, edges stuck down properly |
| Trim | Clean cutting-in at ceiling, skirting, and corners |
📦 You're Left With
- Perfect feature wall, pattern matched
- No bubbles or lifting edges
- Clean trim at top and bottom
- Transformed room
Pricing Guide
| Wall Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single bed headboard wall | 2-2.5 hrs | £110-£135 |
| Double bed or chimney breast | 2.5-3 hrs | £135-£160 |
| Large living room wall | 3-4 hrs | £160-£210 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Wallpaper not included. Wall prep (skimming) quoted separately if needed.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Bedroom refresh - feature wall behind bed
✅ Living room update - chimney breast or main wall
✅ Statement dining room - one bold wall
✅ Kids room personality - fun pattern without overwhelming
✅ Rental property - one wall easier to change than four
Why Choose Us for Feature wall wallpaper in Exeter?
Perfect pattern matching at seams
No bubbles or lifting edges
Professional trimming at ceiling and skirting
Statement wall that transforms the room
What to Expect
Step 1: Wall Prep
I check the wall surface - needs to be clean, dry, and reasonably smooth. Any repairs done, wall sized if it's very porous. The better the prep, the better wallpaper sticks.
Step 2: Measure & Cut
I measure the wall height, calculate pattern repeats, and cut strips to length with pattern matching planned. More pattern repeat = more waste but perfect match.
Step 3: Hang & Smooth
Paste applied (or water if it's paste-the-wall paper), strip hung from ceiling down, pattern matched to previous strip, bubbles smoothed out with brush and roller. Clean trim at edges.
🔧 DIY Tips
Wallpapering is DIY-able but it's one of those jobs that looks easier than it is:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Wallpaper paste and brush (or paste-the-wall type)
- Pasting table
- Sharp knife and scissors
- Smoothing brush
- Seam roller
- Spirit level
- Sponge and bucket
📏 Measuring and cutting
- Measure wall height and add 10cm (trimming allowance)
- Check pattern repeat (on label)
- Cut strips allowing for pattern match
- Number strips on the back (order matters!)
- Dry-fit to check pattern before pasting
🔧 Hanging technique
- Start at a corner or door edge
- First strip needs to be dead vertical (use spirit level)
- Match pattern at eye level (any mismatch high up matters less)
- Smooth from middle outward (pushes bubbles to edges)
- Roll seams gently (don't squeeze paste out)
- Trim at ceiling and skirting while paper is wet
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- First strip not vertical (everything else goes wonky)
- Not enough paste at edges (lifts in days)
- Rolling seams too hard (paste squeezes out, paper shiny)
- Trimming before paper's fully stuck (tears)
- Not checking pattern before pasting (waste and mismatches)
💡 Pro trick: For tricky corners or around switches, score the paper lightly with a blunt knife before cutting - helps it tear/cut in the right place. And always wipe excess paste off the ceiling/skirting immediately while it's wet - dried paste shows.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Choosing wallpaper: Consider the room's light. Dark patterns in dark rooms feel oppressive. Bold patterns in small rooms can be overwhelming OR make the space feel cosy - depends on taste. Samples stuck on the wall for a few days help you decide.
Buying wallpaper? Order an extra roll. Pattern repeats create waste, and you might need touch-ups later. Batches vary slightly - getting a matching roll in two years is impossible.
Old Exeter property with lumpy walls? Victorian and Edwardian plaster is rarely smooth. You might want the wall skimmed first if you're using smooth modern wallpaper - shows every imperfection. Or choose textured/patterned paper that's more forgiving.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's a feature wall and why just one wall?
A feature wall is one wall in a room that's different - usually wallpapered while the others are painted. It adds interest without overwhelming the space. Too much pattern everywhere is exhausting to look at. One feature wall gives you the wow factor without the commitment.
Do I need to provide the wallpaper or can you get it?
Either way works. Most people buy their own because choosing wallpaper is personal - you need to see samples, feel the texture. But if you tell me what you want, I can source it. Just make sure you order enough rolls (I can calculate how many you need if you give me wall measurements).
How do you make the pattern match perfectly?
By measuring the pattern repeat and carefully planning where each strip starts. Some patterns are easier than others - small repeats are forgiving, large patterns need more precision and create more waste. I match at eye level so any mismatch (rare) is high up where you don't notice.
Can you wallpaper over textured walls or do they need smoothing first?
Depends on the texture. Smooth modern wallpaper shows every lump - textured walls need skimming smooth first. Heavier patterned or textured wallpaper can hide minor imperfections. I'll advise when I see your wall - sometimes a skim is worth it, sometimes the wallpaper will be fine.
How long does wallpaper last?
Good quality wallpaper hung properly lasts 10-15 years easily. It'll only need replacing when you want a change, not because it's failed. Main enemies are damp (edges lift) and kids/pets (damage). Kitchen or bathroom feature walls need wipeable or vinyl-coated paper.
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