Comparisons
Non-woven vs vinyl vs paper wallpaper explained
Quick answer
Non-woven wallpaper is made from a blend of natural and synthetic fibres, is dimensionally stable, paste-the-wall and dry strippable. Vinyl wallpapers have a plastic surface layer that is very wipeable but less breathable. Traditional paper wallpapers are pasted on the back, can stretch when wet and usually need soaking to remove.
Which do we use?
All Wallpaper Kingdom designs are printed on non-woven bases: Standard (smooth matt), Premium (textured, scrubbable) and Luxe (heavyweight, linen-effect).
Comparison
| Non-woven | Vinyl | Paper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanging | Paste the wall | Usually paste the paper | Paste the paper |
| Stretch when wet | Minimal | Low | Can expand |
| Wipeability | Good (Premium scrubbable) | Very good | Low |
| Removal | Dry strip | Peel top layer | Soak/steam |
Designs to try
Geometric
Stafford Diamond Wallpaper
3 colourways · 53 cm repeat
From £44.20 per roll
Chinoiserie
Kerrigan Garden Birds Wallpaper
3 colourways · 64 cm repeat
From £44.20 per roll
Botanical
Rossiter Scattered Leaf Wallpaper
3 colourways · 53 cm repeat
From £44.20 per roll
Trellis
Edmund Bamboo Trellis Wallpaper
3 colourways · 53 cm repeat
From £44.20 per roll
Tropical
Cambrey Rainforest Wallpaper
3 colourways · 64 cm repeat
From £44.20 per roll
Designer · Chinoiserie
Trerice Willow Court Wallpaper
4 colourways · 91 cm repeat
From £189.80 per roll
Botanical
Magnolia Leaf Sprig Wallpaper
3 colourways · 53 cm repeat
From £44.20 per roll
Mid-Century
Hammond Atomic Star Wallpaper
3 colourways · 53 cm repeat
From £44.20 per roll
Questions & answers
Is non-woven wallpaper breathable?
Non-woven papers are generally more breathable than solid vinyl, which helps in older homes. Ventilation is still important.
Which wallpaper is best for a bathroom?
A scrubbable paper in a well-ventilated room, kept away from direct water. Our Premium or Luxe papers are suitable.