Wallpapering across the UK
Wallpapering in the UK costs from £35 for the smallest job, with London around a quarter higher and the South East about a tenth higher. ExpertHome books vetted, insured local crews in towns and cities nationwide; you describe the job online and get a fixed written quote by email.
- Price from
- £35 (UK average, before regional adjustment)
- Typical duration
- Feature wall: half a day. Full room: two days.
- Areas covered
- England, Scotland and Wales — pick your town below
- Availability
- Weekday and weekend slots, confirmed by email
- How to book
- Online quote form → fixed written quote by email → confirm your date
Reviewed by the ExpertHome team · Updated
Wall prep is the difference between paper that lasts and paper that bubbles. We size walls, pattern-match and trim cleanly.
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Typical prices
| Job size | Price |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate | from £35 per hour |
| Half day (4 hours) | from £130 |
| Full day (8 hours) | from £240 |
Last reviewed: October 2026
What's included
- Wall preparation and sizing
- Pattern matching
- Neat trimming and joins
- Tidy-up included
How we do it — step by step
- 1Strip old paper.
- 2Fill and sand.
- 3Size wall.
- 4Hang plumb, match pattern, trim at top and bottom.
What affects the price
Every property is different — these are the factors that shape your quote.
- Wall area
- Pattern complexity (large repeats need more paper)
- Wall condition before papering
Equipment & standards
What we use
- · Steam stripper
- · Paste table and smoother
- · Sharp blades and snap-off knives
How to prepare
- · Buy 10% extra paper for pattern matching
Typical timing: Feature wall: half a day. Full room: two days.
Why ExpertHome for wallpapering
Fully insured
Public liability cover on every job, every visit.
Vetted teams
Every team member is background-checked and trade-trained.
Nationwide coverage
Wallpapering delivered across the UK by local crews.
Email-only quotes
No call-backs, no hard sell — just clear written answers.
Wallpapering in your area
ExpertHome delivers wallpapering across every major town and city in the UK. Pick your location to see local detail and request a quote.
Need wallpapering? Get a fast quote.
Send us your postcode and a few details — we'll reply with a fixed price, usually within the hour.
Wallpapering — FAQ
Are your handymen vetted?
Every ExpertHome handyman is background-checked, trade-experienced and fully insured.
Do you bring your own tools?
Yes. Our handymen arrive with a full toolkit suitable for the booked job.
Can you handle small repairs alongside the main job?
Absolutely. Add extra tasks in the quote form and we will price them together.
Request your wallpapering quote
Tell us a little about the job and we will email you a tailored quote.