Measure the height and width of the area you want to wallpaper.
Be sure to measure the full height and each section’s width.

Account for pattern matching and waste.
If you're calculating by square footage, add about 30% extra to allow for pattern repeats.
Note: Plain vinyls do not require matching, so waste is typically less, though still present.

Roll coverage examples:

A 27" wide wallpaper roll typically covers 54" of wall width on a standard 8–9 ft tall wall.

A 20.5" wide wallpaper roll typically covers 61.5" of wall width on a standard 8–9 ft tall wall.

Need help?
Please reach out—we’re always happy to assist with measurements or recommendations!

Yes! We offer samples for all of our wallpaper designs so you can see the color, texture, and scale in your own space before committing to full rolls.

The wallpaper sample sizes are dependent on the design and will be one of the following measurements:

• 8x10 inches
• 20.5 inches wide by 12 inches long
• 27 inches wide by 9 inches long

We are happy to offer wallpaper samples to help you make the perfect choice for your space. Please note, at this time:

• Only one sample per design per order.
• Samples are offered to help you assess colors and textures under your specific lighting and environment.

Try it in your space, live with it. Wallpaper can be a commitment, we understand if you want to date a bit first.

• Our traditional wallpaper (unpasted paper, non woven, sisal grasscloth) are sold by the double roll.
• MD peel and stick wallpaper is sold by the single roll. MFW peel and stick wallpaper is sold by the double roll.
• Please contact us for assistance with measurements.

At Mayflower Wallpaper, our double rolls are priced and packaged as a single unit—no confusing math required!

The term "double roll" comes from an old industry practice when companies used to cut rolls in half to sell single rolls. That’s not the case anymore, but the name stuck around, even though it doesn’t quite match today’s roll sizes.

Originally, U.S. rolls were 27 inches wide by 9 yards long, so a double roll meant two of those pieces. European rolls, on the other hand, are 20.5 inches wide by 11 yards long, yielding three pieces per roll. Over time, U.S. manufacturers adopted the European size but kept calling it a "double roll," even though the math isn’t so straightforward anymore.

Bottom line: The term "double roll" might be outdated, but rest assured—our rolls are sold as full, standard units with no surprises!

• Half Drop Match- half-drop patterns repeat at the ceiling line on every other strip and the design runs diagonally. It requires three strips of wallpaper to repeat the vertical design. A half-drop match is a straight match that has been split in half. 
• Random Match- a type of wallpaper with no matching seams, also known as a free match. It can be cut and installed in any order. 
• Straight Match- the pattern matches across the width of the wallpaper. Our packing list label and product description will tell you how often the pattern repeats.

Our traditional wallpapers (paper, non-woven murals) are unpasted.

We prefer unpasted wallpaper over pre-pasted because it offers more control during installation and ensures a longer-lasting, higher-quality finish. 

1. Better Adhesion & Durability – Unpasted wallpaper requires a separate adhesive, allowing you to choose the right paste for your wall surface. This results in a stronger bond and prevents peeling over time.
2. More Flexibility in Application – Unlike pre-pasted wallpaper, which activates with water and can dry too quickly, unpasted wallpaper gives you more time to position and adjust before it sets, reducing wrinkles and misalignment.
3. Easier Removal & Repositioning – With the right paste, unpasted wallpaper is often easier to remove without damaging the walls, making future updates or changes hassle-free.
4. Higher-Quality Designs & Materials – Many premium wallpapers are unpasted because this method works best with heavyweight, textured, or specialty materials like grasscloth and non-woven fabrics.

Yes, we always suggest priming your walls first—especially if they’re freshly painted or patched. It helps the wallpaper stick properly and makes removal easier down the line.

We don’t recommend it. For the best results, start with a clean, smooth, and primed surface. Wallpapering over texture or old wallpaper can lead to uneven results and poor adhesion.

For care, instructions and tips on how to hang your traditional or peel and stick wallpaper, please visit How to Apply Wallpaper

• Sharp Utility Knife or Razor
• Extra Blades
• Level
• Ruler
• Step ladder or Stool
• Soft Cloth or Squeegee
• Tape Measurer
• Friend or another set of eyes and hands

Absolutely! Our peel and stick wallpaper is PVC, VOC and phthalate free. It is made of water resistant vinyl, most with Greenguard Gold ink. Mayflower Wallpaper is Fire A rated.

• For high traffic areas, like the kitchen or bathroom, we love faux grasscloths and sisal cork wallpaper. They are stain resistant, and can easily be wiped down.
• For high profile areas like the dining room, we lean toward non-woven designs, with their nylon fibers they are super durable, and display rich colors and incredible textures.
• Peel and stick is the new adulting. Ceiling, stair risers, mud room, nursery, pantry, gloomy corners.
• Unpasted paper wallpaper gravure printed can be applied just about anywhere. Traditional wallpaper lasts so long, it's not out of the ordinary to find wallpaper underneath wallpaper underneath wallpaper.

Yes—with a little care. Our wallpapers work well in bathrooms and kitchens as long as they’re not in direct contact with water and the room is properly ventilated.

Most of our wallpapers can be gently wiped with a damp cloth. Avoid scrubbing or using harsh chemicals. If you’re unsure, test a small hidden area first.

We recommend trying a sample on the intended wall. Leaving it to stick for a week or more. This is the best way to know if your space has too much humidity, dust on the walls, texture or paint with non-stick like Teflon.

Peel and stick will not stick to non-stick paint. Non-stick painted walls will force the wallpaper to slide down and off the walls.

Peel and stick wallpaper can be applied in a ventilated room, on a clean, dust-free, and flat surface. Peelable wallpaper sticks best to dry interiors.

Peel and stick cannot be applied in muggy bathrooms, textured popcorn walls, non-stick painted walls, sheetrock, brick, cinderblock, over existing wallpaper, unpainted dry wall, or plaster.

Allow newly painted surfaces to cure (off-gass) for a period recommended by the manufacturer.

Humidity causes the adhesion to peel away from the wall.

Textured walls create air pockets.

The peel and stick will adhere for at least ten years.

We love peel and stick wallpaper as drawer and cabinet liners, or closet and bookcase backdrops. Our paper wallpaper, we use as incredibly durable wrapping paper, paper cache crafts, and artwork - you can paint it.

Designed in RI, sourced and manufactured in MA and PA.

We are only available online.

• We process orders Monday-Friday within 3 business days then ship out via UPS Ground. Depending upon where you live, your order should be with you in 4-7 business days from receipt.
• Please note, our MD peel and stick designs are printed on demand, these orders are 7-10 business days from receipt.
• International orders may have local duties and taxes due upon arrival.
• Sample orders are mailed via USPS with stamps (they do not have tracking.) Please allow 5-7 business days from receipt. If you prefer tracking and expedited shipping, please choose USPS Priority Mail at checkout for an additional fee.
• We cannot deliver orders to PO Boxes, only samples.

Eligible for return: Unopened rolls in original packaging

Return window: Within 30 days of delivery

Ship-by deadline: Within 14 days of receiving return label

Restocking fee: 20%

Return shipping: We’ll provide a label; the cost will be deducted from your refund