Instructions

Your Pre-Purchase 3 Step Checklist

1. Install 'Viponds' acrylic self-adhesive prep coat per their detailed instructions (This speciality product comes in a clear, matt finish so it won't change the look of your walls - perfect for renters!). We recommend applying some of this clear prep coat to your adjacent walls and cornice / skirting to ensure if the wallpaper sticks to those walls that it doesn't remove any paint. Note: Failing to install this specialty primer may result in the wallpaper not sticking to / falling off your wall, or creating bubbles - for the longevity of your new wallpaper, always apply this speciality product before installing, it takes only 24hrs to cure and has been specially formulated to provide the ideal surface for applying self-adhesive wall coverings.

Pro Tip: You must wait a minimum of 30 days before commencing any work on a freshly painted wall, allowing the paint adequate time to cure/set; do not prime a wall or install wallpaper on a wall that has been painted less than 30 days ago.

2. Order a sample so you can review your chosen design, colour & pattern is suitable for your interior project.

3. Check your measurements (& then check them again!); It is important that you order slightly larger than your wall dimensions to account for overhang on the left and right sides of your wall to for any walls that are not perfectly square / level. Unfortunately we are unable to guarantee that wallpaper printed in different print runs on different days will be an exact match, in addition most designs are not repeat patterns and unfortunately purchasing 'extensions' after your initial order is not possible. If you need assistance, please always get in touch with Olive et Oriel customer care before placing your order.

4. If you've followed our three easy steps above, you're now ready to order your new wallpaper!

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

1. Turn off all power points for safety, remove power outlet and light switch covers before commencing the below cleaning process.

2. Ensure you have followed our pre-purchase checklist which includes priming your wall with our recommended product, Viponds self-adhesive prep-coat (see above). Clean the wall down again, to ensure it is dust-free by wiping it down with a dry lint-free cloth (don’t use any chemical cleaners or water).

3. Always lay out your wallpaper panels on a flat, clean surface to check they are in the correct order (Your wallpaper is labelled on the bottom left of each panel as: Col 1, col 2, col 3 and so on), this avoids any disappointment in installing panels in an incorrect order. Also check thoroughly for any imperfections prior to installing.

4. Starting at the far left corner of the adjacent wall (never install from the middle of a wall, and always start in an inconspicuous corner!), take your ruler and pencil and approx half way down the wall measure out -----> 65cm (650mm / 25.5 inch) and make a small mark, now take take your spirit level and line it vertically against your pencil mark (ensuring your line is level, get a friend to help with this). Draw a straight vertical line, this will be your guide to ensure your first panel is vertically level and set you up for success for the rest of your installation.

Each panel is 70cm (700mm / 27.55 inch) wide, the reason we make the first mark at 65cm (650mm / 25.5 inch) is to allow an overhang on the left side of your first panel to account for any walls that aren't square / vertically level. This is very important to ensure your design / pattern lines up along your wall. You will trim off excess once your entire wall of wallpaper is installed.

5. Roll up your first panel (this helps with installing!) and peel off a few inches of the adhesive backing paper, folding the backing paper away from the adhesive.

Line the wallpaper up against your vertical line, with approximately 5cm of overhang at the top of your wall (this is why it's important you also prime your cornice and skirting!). From the top to bottom, smooth wallpaper down with clean, dry hands or a soft lint-free cloth (don’t use any hard objects or smoothing tools to smooth the wallpaper down as it may harm the fabric wallpaper). Work your way down the panel, removing backing paper and smoothing out any bubbles as you go (watch our install videos above!).

You do not overlap Olive et Oriel wallpaper, it comes with a pre-trimmed butt join and is checked before shipping that it aligns perfectly on a level wall when our detailed instructions are followed.

6. Don’t forget, peel-and-stick wallpaper is repositionable and made of a flexible fabric making it easy to guide into position and align the pattern. If you need to adjust the placement or re-align the wallpaper - slowly and gently peel the wallpaper panel back off the wall and re-apply / realign as required.

7. Repeating from Step 5, with Column 2 - line up your next panel with your first, ensuring your pattern is aligned and begin the smoothing down process again.

8. Repeat until all panels are installed.

9. Once all panels are installed, slowly and carefully trim off any excess using a straight edge and a utility knife (replace the blade as required, as a blunt blade can cause your wallpaper to tear or grab).

10. If any air bubbles are present immediately after installing your wallpaper, slowly and gently remove the panel and re-install the bubbled section. (If you get ongoing bubbles after install it means your wall type or painted surface has not been prepared adequately and is rejecting the adhesive from adhering to your wall in these places, refer to 'Pre-Purchase Checklist' section above.)

PRO TIP: Trimming of power outlets
For your safety, always turn off electricity and switch power outlets off before starting. Remove outlet covers and place masking tape over any electrical sockets. Gently, using your sharp utility knife and a fresh blade cut a small X into the wallpaper over the outlet from edge to edge. This will allow you to fold the wallpaper away from the outlet and trim away the folds, leaving the outlet area wallpaper-free. Once wallpaper is smoothed onto wall, you can replace the cover back on over the wallpaper for a clean and professional looking finish.

The information provided above is for guidance only and is to assist in do-it-yourself application(s) but without warranty as the skill of application, wall preparation and site conditions / environment are beyond our control. If you are unsure of any steps, we highly recommend consulting a signage install professional of self-adhesive wall coverings.

Now you’re ready to style your room, take a photo and share it with us on Instagram by tagging @oliveetoriel

What is it made from?

The new way to wallpaper is here; our self-adhesive peel-and-stick wallpaper has a patented adhesive backing, meaning no more messy glue or sticky residue!

Olive et Oriel 'Peel & Stick' wallpaper is made from an opaque woven/fabric matte wallpaper suitable for residential & light commercial interiors.

The base fabric of Olive et Oriel wallpaper is: 50% Polyester, 45% Polyethylene - PVC free.
All wallpaper is printed using VOC-free inks.

Proudly made in Australia by Olive et Oriel.