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Painters & Decorators · Basingstoke & Hampshire
Wallpaper Hangingin Basingstoke & Hampshire
Patterns matched, seams tight and edges crisp, so your wallpaper looks the way it did in the brochure. Free quote, 1-year guarantee.
24 years in the trade · 1-year guarantee on every job
- 24 years in the trade
- Fully insured with £5m public liability cover
- 1-year guarantee on all work as standard
- Free, no-obligation quotes, always
- Family-run: Paul and his sons on every job
- Open 7 days a week, 7am-9pm
- Domestic and commercial decorating
Service overview
Wallpaper Hanging: What You Need to Know
What the service is
Wallpapering is the preparation of walls and the hanging of paper so that it sits flat, lines up and stays put. It covers feature walls, full rooms, stairwells and ceilings, using papers from standard wallcoverings to heavier patterned and textured designs.
Who it is for
Homeowners creating a feature wall or redecorating a full room, people who have fallen for an expensive paper and do not want to waste a roll, and businesses (hospitality, retail and offices) using wallcoverings to set the tone of a space.
When it is needed
When you want a change of style, when existing paper is peeling or dated, when walls have minor imperfections that a paper can disguise, or when a room needs character that paint alone will not give it.
Why a professional matters
Wallpaper shows every mistake. Crooked first drops, mismatched patterns, bubbles, gaps at the seams and badly trimmed edges are hard to hide and expensive to redo, especially with premium papers. Experience means the paper is measured, cut and hung right the first time.
The cost of waiting
What Happens If You Leave It
Wallpaper is a big investment in a room. Getting it wrong is costly, and poor paper gets worse, not better.
Peeling seams and corners
Paper hung on poorly prepared walls, or with the wrong adhesive, starts lifting at the seams and edges. Once it lifts, it catches and tears.
Bubbles and creases
Air trapped behind the paper leaves bumps that are obvious when light hits the wall and difficult to fix without re-hanging.
Wasted rolls
Pattern repeats that are not planned properly can use far more paper than needed, and if you run short, a new batch may not match the colour exactly.
Walls damaged when it comes off
Paper hung on unsealed plaster can pull the surface off when it is eventually removed, leading to extra repairs.
Common mistakes we see
- Hanging the first drop without a plumb line, so every drop after it runs off-straight.
- Not checking batch numbers, ending up with slight colour differences between rolls.
- Using the wrong paste for the paper type, such as paste-the-wall versus paste-the-paper.
- Skipping wall preparation: filling, sanding and sizing or lining.
- Starting a strong pattern in the wrong place so the mismatch lands in the most visible spot.
Our process
Five Steps From Quote to Finished Job
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Free visit and quote
We measure the room, discuss the paper you have chosen, check the walls and give a clear, no-obligation price.
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Wall preparation
Old paper removed where needed, walls filled and sanded, and surfaces sized or lined so the new paper bonds properly.
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Planning the layout
We check batch numbers, work out the pattern repeat and decide where to start so the match lands in the least visible corner.
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Hanging
Each drop is plumbed, pasted with the correct adhesive, matched, smoothed out and trimmed neatly at ceilings, skirting and around fittings.
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Inspection and guarantee
We check every seam and edge, tidy up and cover the work with our 1-year guarantee.
What you get
Why Choose Centurion for Wallpaper Hanging
Less paper wasted
Planned cutting around the pattern repeat to get the most out of every roll.
Paper that stays put
Proper preparation and the correct paste stop lifting and peeling.
Your home protected
Floors and furniture covered and £5 million public liability cover.
Clear price
Free quote before any work begins.
Guaranteed
A 1-year guarantee on all work as standard.
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Wallpaper Hanging: Our Work
In detail
Wallpaper Hanging: Materials, Methods & Situations
Different papers and rooms need different techniques. Here is what we take into account.
Types of wallpaper
Non-woven papers are usually hung by pasting the wall and are easier to remove later. Traditional papers are pasted and left to soak before hanging. Vinyls are more durable and wipeable, which suits kitchens and hallways. Heavier textured and embossed papers need extra care so the pattern is not flattened.
Pattern matching
Papers come with a straight match, a drop match or free match. We plan the layout around the repeat so the pattern lines up across every drop and the unavoidable final mismatch sits in a discreet corner.
Feature walls
A single papered wall can transform a room. Because it is the focal point, the pattern needs to be centred and balanced, especially around chimney breasts, windows and alcoves.
Lining paper
On uneven or previously repaired walls, a layer of lining paper creates a smoother, more consistent base, helping the finishing paper sit flatter and look better.
Stairwells, ceilings and awkward rooms
Long drops on stairwells, papering ceilings, and working around sockets, radiators and sloping walls all need planning and the right access equipment.
Homes versus commercial spaces
In homes, wallpaper is often about personality and comfort. In commercial settings, durable, easy-clean wallcoverings help spaces stay looking fresh under heavy use, and we can schedule the work around opening hours.
Local to you
Wallpaper Hanging Across Basingstoke & Beyond
We are based in Basingstoke and carry out wallpaper hanging for homes and businesses across Hampshire, Surrey, Berkshire and Wiltshire. Being local means we can visit to quote quickly, plan work around the weather and your diary, and keep the job moving without long gaps between visits.
From terraced houses and new-build estates to period properties, offices and commercial units, the properties in this part of the South vary a lot. Older homes often need more preparation and filling, while newer homes tend to need careful work on fresh plaster and modern materials. We assess each job on its own terms and tell you plainly what it needs before we start.
Because we work 7 days a week, from 7am to 9pm, it is easier to book work in at a time that suits you, including evenings and weekends when you are at home, or outside trading hours for businesses.
Who does the work
The Same Family Team, Start to Finish
Centurion Decorating is run by Paul Mead, who was trained in the trade by his dad and has now been decorating for 24 years. Both of Paul's sons work alongside him full-time, so the people who quote for your job are the people who turn up and do it.
That matters when you are letting someone into your home or business. There are no strangers or subcontractors you have never met, the standard of preparation and finish stays consistent from the first day to the last, and if you have a question you can ask Paul directly.
Every job is fully insured with £5 million public liability cover and comes with a 1-year guarantee as standard. Quotes are always free, with no obligation, so the only thing it costs you to find out is a phone call to 07717 774411. You can also see everything we do on our homepage or send us the details of your job.
FAQ
Wallpaper Hanging Questions
How much does wallpaper hanging cost?
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It depends on the size of the room, the type of paper, the pattern and how much wall preparation is needed. We give a free, no-obligation quote after seeing the room and the paper.
How many rolls of wallpaper do I need?
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It depends on the room size and the pattern repeat. We can measure up for you at the quote so you buy the right quantity from the same batch.
Can you remove my old wallpaper?
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Yes. Old paper can be stripped and the walls prepared as part of the job. We will include this in your quote if it is needed.
How long does wallpapering a room take?
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A feature wall can often be done in a day; a full room usually takes longer depending on preparation and the paper. We will give you a timeframe with your quote.
Is the quote for wallpaper hanging free?
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Yes. Every quote is free and there is no obligation to go ahead. You get a clear price before any work starts, so you can decide in your own time.
Are you insured?
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Yes. Centurion Decorating carries £5 million public liability insurance, so your home, furniture and property are protected while we work.
Is the work guaranteed?
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Every job comes with a 1-year guarantee as standard. If something we did is not right, we come back and put it right.
Can you work evenings or weekends?
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Yes. We work 7 days a week, from 7am to 9pm, so we can fit around work, school runs or business opening hours. Call 07717 774411 and we will find a slot that suits you.
Free quote
Get a Clear Price for Your Job
No cost, no obligation. Paul will look at the job and tell you exactly what it needs, and every job is fully insured and guaranteed for a year.
07717 774411- £5m public liability · 1-year guarantee
- 7 days a week, 7am – 9pm