Measuring a room for wallpaper is easier than many homeowners expect. With a few basic measurements, you can estimate how much wallpaper you’ll need and avoid ordering too little or too much.
The key is to measure each wall accurately and account for doors, windows, and any pattern repeat if your wallpaper has one.
What’s Needed to Measure For Wallpaper
Before you begin, gather:
- Tape measure
- Pencil and paper
- Calculator (optional)
Steps for Measuring a Room for Wallpaper
Step 1: Measure the Width of Each Wall
Measure the width of every wall you plan to wallpaper. If you’re wallpapering an entire room, measure each wall separately instead of estimating the room’s perimeter.
This way provides the most accurate results, especially in rooms with bump-outs, alcoves, or other irregular layouts. Write down each measurement in feet.
Step 2: Measure the Wall Height
Next, measure the height of each wall from the floor to the ceiling. If your ceiling height changes from one wall to another, record each height separately.
Step 3: Account for Doors and Windows
Large doors and windows reduce the amount of wallpaper you’ll need.
While some installers prefer to measure the entire wall and allow for extra material, subtracting large openings can help improve your estimate for many projects.
Step 4: Consider Pattern Repeat
If your wallpaper has a repeating pattern, you’ll need additional material so the design lines up correctly between strips. Large pattern repeats generally require more wallpaper than solid colors or small patterns.
Always check the manufacturer’s specifications before ordering.
Step 5: Use a Wallpaper Calculator
Once you have your measurements, the next step is determining how many wallpaper rolls you’ll need.
Instead of calculating everything by hand, use our Wallpaper Calculator to quickly estimate the number of single or double rolls required. Simply enter your room dimensions and wallpaper details, and the calculator will do the math for you.
Tips for Accurate Wallpaper Measurements
For the best results:
- Measure every wall individually
- Double-check your measurements before ordering
- Round up when you’re between roll quantities
- Purchase all your wallpaper at the same time to help ensure color consistency between rolls
Final Thoughts
Need help measuring your room or selecting the right wallpaper? Visit a Loconsolo Paints store near you! Our team is ready to help while you browse our wallpaper collections.
Get design help tailored to your needs when you book a design consultation with our in-house designer. We can guide you through the entire process from start to finish, all tailored to you.