Wallpaper Installers in Bristol
Brunel Decorators are wallpaper installers covering properties across Bristol’s period suburbs and the wider city.
We hang wallpaper in Clifton dining rooms, Redland Victorian drawing rooms, Bishopston Edwardian hallways, and Southville sitting rooms. We work with Zoffany, Cole & Son, de Gournay, Farrow & Ball Papers, and standard rolls.
- Full-room wallpaper hanging
- Feature walls in bedrooms, dining rooms, and reception spaces
- Lining paper installation before papering
- Wallpaper removal and surface preparation
- Period properties: cornicing, chimney breasts, and lime plaster walls
Call 0117 463 3348 for a free quote.
Why Choose Brunel Decorators
Period Plaster Experience
We assess lime plaster and cross-line where needed before premium paper goes up.
Clear Pricing
Fixed price from the first quote. No unexpected additions.
Fully Insured
Full public liability cover on every job.
Premium Paper Specialists
De Gournay, Cole & Son, Farrow & Ball Papers handled correctly.
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Bristol’s Wallpapering Specialists
Feature Walls
A feature wall in a Clifton or Redland property is typically a considered design decision. The paper must be straight, the pattern matched precisely at every join, and the edges cut cleanly against cornicing, skirtings, and door frames.
Full-Room Wallpapering
A full-room hang in a Clifton Georgian townhouse is one of the most technically demanding wallpapering briefs in Bristol. We hang lining paper horizontally (cross-lining) before any finish paper on uneven period plaster surfaces.
Lining Paper
Lining paper is strongly recommended on any uneven or period plaster surface. It provides a flat, stable base and prevents the finish paper from telegraphing the unevenness of the wall behind it.
For period properties across Clifton, Hotwells, Redland, and Cotham, we recommend lining as standard.
Wallpaper Removal
Old wallpaper must be removed correctly. On lime plaster walls, aggressive soaking and scraping can damage the plaster. For full interior painting projects following wallpaper removal, we can handle both in the same contract.
Period Properties and Cornicing
Cutting in around a deep Georgian cornice is the most demanding element of period wallpaper hanging. The paper must follow the line of the cornice profile accurately, with no visible gap or overlap.
Our Wallpapering Process
1. Surface Assessment
We examine the wall type, condition, and any existing wallpaper or coatings. We advise on whether lining is recommended.
2. Pattern Planning
For large-repeat or feature papers, we dry-hang the drops and plan the starting position and pattern placement before any paste is applied.
3. Surface Preparation
Existing wallpaper is removed. Walls are filled, sanded, and sealed. Lining paper is hung where recommended.
4. Hanging
Each drop is cut, pasted, and hung to a true plumb vertical. Pattern matching is checked at every join.
5. Inspection
Completed walls are inspected for join visibility, bubbles, and pattern alignment. Final check once fully dry.
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Wallpapering Costs in Bristol
Professional wallpaper hanging in Bristol runs approximately £180–£320 per room for standard pattern hanging. Feature walls run £130–£220 as a standalone brief.
Pattern Repeat
Large botanical or scenic repeats (de Gournay, Cole & Son Fornasetti, Zoffany scenic panels) add significantly to hanging time and material waste. Budget 25–40% more for complex large-repeat papers.
Room Scale and Ceiling Height
A Clifton dining room at 3.2m ceiling height is a different scope from a Southville bedroom at 2.4m. Longer drops and more complex access add to the programme.
Lining Paper
Adding cross-lining paper adds £90–£160 per room. On period plaster surfaces, it is strongly recommended and produces a significantly better result.
Decorating a period property throughout? See our house painting page. For listed Georgian and Regency properties, see our Georgian property painting page. Call 0117 463 3348 to arrange a site visit.
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