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Wallpapering and Feature Walls Services in Ashford Kent

Wallpapering & Feature Walls In Ashford Kent

Professional wallpaper hanging, feature wall installation, and wall covering services across Ashford, Canterbury, Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells and throughout Kent

Transform your rooms with stunning wallpaper and feature walls. With over 18 years of experience serving Ashford and all of Kent, A.P.T. Builders specializes in professional wallpaper hanging and feature wall installations. Whether you're creating a bold statement wall in Canterbury, adding period-appropriate patterns to a Tunbridge Wells Victorian home, or installing contemporary designs in a Maidstone apartment, our skilled decorators deliver perfect pattern matching, seamless joins, and bubble-free finishes.

Professional Wallpapering Services

Wallpaper hanging is a skilled trade requiring patience, precision, and experience. From lining paper preparation to complex pattern matching, every step affects the final result. Across Kent properties from modern apartments in Ashford to heritage homes in Sevenoaks, we understand how different wall conditions, wallpaper types, and room features influence the approach needed. Our experienced decorators deliver flawless results with invisible seams and perfect alignment every time.

Wallpapering Ashford Kent

Our Wallpapering Services

  • Feature Walls: Single statement walls creating focal points with bold patterns, textures, or colors
  • Full Room Wallpapering: Complete room coverage with careful pattern matching and seamless joins throughout
  • Period Wallpapers: Traditional patterns appropriate for Victorian, Edwardian, and Georgian properties
  • Contemporary Designs: Modern geometric, botanical, and abstract patterns for updated interiors
  • Textured Wallcoverings: Grasscloth, fabric backed, and embossed papers adding depth and interest
  • Wallpaper Removal: Safe stripping of old wallpaper and preparation for painting or re-papering

Wallpaper Types We Install

Standard Wallpaper

Traditional paper based wallpapers requiring paste application, perfect for smooth walls in good condition.

Paste-the-Wall

Modern wallpapers allowing paste application directly to walls for quicker, cleaner installation.

Vinyl Wallpaper

Washable and durable coverings ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and high-traffic areas.

Non-Woven Papers

Breathable wallpapers that won't shrink or expand, ensuring stable, long-lasting application.

Textured Papers

Embossed, fabric-effect, and raised pattern papers adding tactile dimension to walls.

Natural Materials

Grasscloth, silk, and other natural fiber wallcoverings for luxury, organic aesthetic.

Popular Feature Wall Styles

Feature walls transform rooms by creating visual interest and focal points without overwhelming the space. From bedrooms in Canterbury to living rooms in Tunbridge Wells, the right feature wall enhances your interior design. Our expertise helps you select patterns, colors, and placements that complement your room's proportions, lighting, and existing decor for maximum impact.

Feature Wall Design Options

  • Bold Patterns: Large scale florals, geometric designs, or dramatic prints creating striking focal points
  • Metallic Accents: Gold, silver, or copper detailing adding glamour and light reflecting properties
  • Botanical Prints: Tropical leaves, garden flowers, or forest scenes bringing nature indoors
  • Geometric Designs: Modern shapes, lines, and abstract patterns for contemporary interiors
  • Textured Finishes: 3D effects, grasscloth, or fabric textures adding depth without pattern
  • Mural Wallpapers: Photographic scenes, cityscapes, or artistic designs spanning entire walls
Feature Walls Ashford Kent

Best Rooms for Feature Walls

Bedroom Headboards

Wall behind the bed creating a luxurious backdrop, adding personality without overwhelming the sleeping space.

Living Room Focal Points

Chimney breast or TV wall emphasizing the room's natural focus with complementary design.

Dining Room Drama

Statement walls creating atmosphere for entertaining while maintaining clear sightlines across tables.

Hallway Welcome

End walls in hallways and stairwells making powerful first impressions in often-overlooked spaces.

Professional Installation Techniques

Wall Preparation

Foundation

Proper surface preparation is crucial for successful wallpapering, ensuring smooth application and preventing future issues like bubbling or peeling.

  • ✓ Remove old wallpaper completely
  • ✓ Fill cracks and imperfections
  • ✓ Sand surfaces smooth
  • ✓ Size walls with primer/sealer
  • ✓ Apply lining paper if needed

Essential for: All wallpaper installations

Pattern Matching

Precision Work

Complex patterns require careful planning and precise cutting to ensure motifs align perfectly at every join throughout the room.

  • ✓ Calculate pattern repeats
  • ✓ Plan starting points
  • ✓ Match designs at seams
  • ✓ Minimize wastage
  • ✓ Ensure symmetry

Required for: Patterned wallpapers

Hanging Technique

Expert Application

Skilled application ensures bubble-free results with invisible seams, using appropriate methods for different wallpaper types.

  • ✓ Precise plumb lines
  • ✓ Smooth bubble removal
  • ✓ Perfect edge trimming
  • ✓ Invisible seam joins
  • ✓ Clean finishing

Delivers: Flawless finished appearance

Special Features

Problem Solving

Obstacles like radiators, light switches, and uneven corners require experience and skill to navigate while maintaining perfect finishes.

  • ✓ Work around obstacles
  • ✓ Handle external corners
  • ✓ Navigate recesses
  • ✓ Cut around fixtures
  • ✓ Manage ceiling angles

Handles: Complex room features

Choosing the Right Wallpaper

Consider these factors when selecting wallpaper to ensure the best results for your space:

Room Size & Light

Large patterns suit bigger rooms, while small patterns work in compact spaces. Light colors brighten dark rooms.

Ceiling Height

Vertical stripes make ceilings feel higher, while horizontal patterns can lower tall ceilings visually.

Room Function

Choose washable vinyl for kitchens and bathrooms, calming patterns for bedrooms, bold designs for dining rooms.

Existing Decor

Coordinate with furniture, flooring, and soft furnishings ensuring wallpaper complements rather than clashes.

Architectural Style

Period properties suit traditional patterns, modern homes work with contemporary designs and bold graphics.

Durability Needs

High-traffic areas and children's rooms benefit from scrubbable, durable wallcoverings that withstand wear.

Budget Considerations

Feature walls offer impact at lower cost than whole-room coverage, especially with premium wallpapers.

Future Plans

Paste-the-wall and strippable wallpapers facilitate easier redecoration when you want to change styles.

Our Wallpapering Process

1

Design Consultation

Discussing your vision, assessing your space, and advising on suitable wallpaper types and designs

2

Accurate Measuring

Calculating pattern repeats and quantities ensuring sufficient wallpaper with minimal wastage

3

Wall Preparation

Stripping old coverings, filling imperfections, sizing walls, and applying lining paper if required

4

Pattern Planning

Determining starting points and planning cuts to ensure perfect pattern matching throughout

5

Expert Hanging

Precise application with careful smoothing, pattern alignment, and invisible seam joining

6

Perfect Finishing

Trimming edges, checking alignment, cleaning paste residue, and final quality inspection

Expert Wallpapering & Feature Wall Services Across Ashford Kent & Surrounding Areas

As Ashford Kent's specialist wallpapering professionals with over 18 years of experience, A.P.T. Builders has installed thousands of meters of wallpaper across the county. We understand that successful wallpapering requires meticulous preparation, precise technique, and an eye for pattern and symmetry. From modern geometric designs in Ashford apartments to period damask patterns in Canterbury townhouses, we have the expertise to handle any wallpaper type and achieve outstanding results.

Our reputation is built on perfectionism and attention to detail. We take pride in invisible seams, perfect pattern matching, and bubble-free finishes that look professional and last for years. Whether you're creating a stunning feature wall in a Tunbridge Wells bedroom, papering a dining room in Maidstone, or restoring period wallpapers in a Sevenoaks heritage property, our experienced decorators deliver the craftsmanship and care your project deserves.

We proudly serve all areas of Kent including Ashford, Maidstone, Canterbury, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Dartford, Gravesend, Chatham, Gillingham, Rochester, Sittingbourne, Faversham, Dover, Folkestone, Margate, Ramsgate, and surrounding villages. Our local knowledge and extensive experience across Kent properties ensures we deliver results that exceed expectations.

Why Choose A.P.T. Builders for Wallpapering?

Pattern Matching Experts

Precise alignment of complex patterns ensuring seamless appearance across every join.

All Wallpaper Types

Experience with standard, paste-the-wall, vinyl, non-woven, textured, and natural wallcoverings.

Thorough Preparation

Proper surface preparation including stripping, filling, sizing, and lining for perfect results.

Bubble-Free Application

Expert smoothing techniques ensuring flat, even surfaces without air pockets or creases.

Design Advice

Professional guidance on pattern selection, scale, and placement for your specific rooms.

Period Property Experience

Extensive work with traditional wallpapers in Victorian, Edwardian, and Georgian homes.

Clean Working Methods

Careful protection of furnishings with thorough cleanup removing all paste and trimmings.

Fixed Price Quotes

Transparent pricing including wallpaper, preparation, hanging, and all materials required.

Transform your rooms with A.P.T. Builders, Kent's trusted specialists for professional wallpaper hanging and feature wall installations. Perfect patterns, seamless joins, stunning results.

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