Each NALA COLLECTIVE wallpaper is custom printed to the wall dimensions entered when ordering. Your wallpaper is prepared specifically for the nominated space and supplied as a complete set of numbered drops.
Specifications
- Custom printed to order
- Supplied in 58 cm wide drops
- Each drop includes a 1 cm overlap for installation
- Printed with UV-resistant inks for lasting colour
- Premium matte surface appearance
- Suitable for residential and selected commercial interiors
Colour and Finish
Product imagery is representative. Colour may appear differently depending on screen settings, room lighting and the material selected. Subtle variations in tone and surface appearance are a natural consideration when viewing designs across digital and physical formats.
We recommend ordering a sample where colour, pattern scale or compatibility with the intended surface is important.
Repeating Patterns
Repeating designs are configured to continue seamlessly across the full wall area entered when ordering. The pattern is scaled and positioned to maintain continuity between drops.
Full-Wall Murals
Murals are printed using the crop selected and confirmed by the customer. The chosen crop determines the portion of the artwork reproduced across the entered wall dimensions.
Custom Order Details
The wall dimensions entered at checkout form part of the custom order. For mural designs, the confirmed crop is also an essential order detail. Please review this information carefully before confirming your purchase, as production is based on these selections.
Measure carefully in centimetres. Take each dimension in more than one location, as walls, ceilings and floors may not be perfectly square. Always use the largest measurement, then add 5 cm to both the final width and height as an installation allowance.
1. Standard Walls
- Measure the full width of the wall in several places.
- Measure the full height in several places.
- Use the widest and highest measurements.
- Add 5 cm to both dimensions before entering your order.
For example, if the wall measures 400 cm wide × 240 cm high, enter 405 cm × 245 cm.
2. Doors, Windows and Fixed Features
Measure the complete wall as though the obstruction were not present.
Do not deduct the area of doors, windows, cabinetry or other fixed features. These areas are trimmed out during installation. Add 5 cm to the total measured width and height before ordering.
3. Sloped or Angled Walls
Measure the greatest overall width and the highest overall point. Order the complete rectangular area that contains the wall shape, adding 5 cm to both dimensions.
The angled sections are trimmed away during installation.
4. Multiple Adjoining Walls
Where a design is intended to continue around internal corners:
- Measure the width of each connecting wall.
- Add the wall widths together.
- Measure the height of each wall and use the greatest height.
- Add 5 cm to the combined width and greatest height.
Ordering adjoining walls as one continuous width provides the best opportunity for the pattern or mural to flow naturally around the corners.
Corners and walls are not always perfectly square. For this reason, exact pattern matching directly on a corner cannot be guaranteed.
Worked example
- Wall 1: 320 cm wide
- Wall 2: 280 cm wide
- Combined measured width: 600 cm
- Entered order width after allowance: 605 cm
- Highest measured wall height: 240 cm
- Entered order height after allowance: 245 cm
5. Staircases and Irregular Walls
Measure the widest and highest overall points, treating the space as a complete rectangle. Add 5 cm to both dimensions.
If the wall shape is unusually complex, contact NALA COLLECTIVE before ordering so the measurements can be reviewed.
6. Final Check
Double-check every measurement and confirm that the required 5 cm allowance has been added to both the width and height. NALA COLLECTIVE wallpaper is custom printed to the dimensions entered and cannot be resized after production.
If you are uncertain, we recommend arranging professional measuring or installation before placing your order.
Always follow the installation guide supplied with your NALA COLLECTIVE wallpaper. For large murals, complex or irregular walls, staircases, and installations spanning corners, professional installation is recommended.
Before You Begin
Check every drop before installation:
- Confirm the design, dimensions, sequence and condition.
- Lay all drops out in numbered order.
- Check that the drops form the expected design when arranged in sequence.
- Do not begin installing if anything appears incorrect.
- Photograph and report any issue to NALA COLLECTIVE before installation.
All drops are supplied in sequence and must be installed in the correct order. Each 58 cm wide drop includes a 1 cm overlap.
The wall must be smooth, clean, dry and properly prepared. Remove loose paint, old wallpaper, dust, grease and other surface contamination. Fill and sand holes, cracks and imperfections to create an even surface.
Newly painted or repaired walls must be fully cured in accordance with the paint or coating manufacturer’s instructions before wallpaper is applied.
Do not assume that the ceiling, floor or corner is perfectly straight. Establish a true vertical starting line with a spirit level or laser level before positioning the first drop.
Recommended Tools
- Tape measure
- Spirit level or laser level
- Pencil
- Sharp knife with spare blades
- Straight edge or trimming guide
- Wallpaper smoother
- Clean soft cloth
- Step ladder
- Additional material-specific tools where required
Flex Wallpaper
Flex is a self-adhesive, peel-and-stick wallpaper. Its suitability depends on the wall being smooth, clean, fully cured and compatible with self-adhesive wallpaper.
- Establish the starting line. Mark a true vertical line for the first drop using a spirit level or laser level.
- Position the first drop. Align the top of the drop and a vertical edge with the marked line. Peel back only a small section of the backing initially; do not remove all the backing at once.
- Apply progressively. Remove the backing gradually while smoothing the wallpaper from the centre outwards. Work steadily to release air and maintain alignment.
- Avoid tension. Do not stretch, pull or place the material under tension, as this may affect its position and the alignment of the design.
- Continue in sequence. Install each numbered drop in order, maintaining the specified 1 cm overlap and aligning the design carefully.
- Reposition when necessary. Lift and reposition carefully if an adjustment is required. Avoid repeatedly lifting and reapplying the adhesive, as this may reduce adhesion or affect the material.
- Trim neatly. Using a sharp blade and straight edge, trim excess material at the ceiling, skirting, corners and openings. Replace blades regularly to maintain a clean cut.
Signature Wallpaper
Signature is installed using the paste-the-wall method.
- Establish the starting line. Mark a true vertical line for the first drop using a spirit level or laser level.
- Prepare the adhesive. Use a suitable, good-quality paste-the-wall adhesive. Mix and use it in accordance with the adhesive manufacturer’s instructions.
- Paste the wall. Apply the paste evenly to an area slightly wider than one drop, ensuring consistent coverage.
- Hang the first drop. Apply the wallpaper dry to the pasted wall and align it with the marked vertical line.
- Smooth the surface. Work from the centre towards the edges using a wallpaper smoother, taking care not to damage the printed surface.
- Continue in sequence. Install the remaining numbered drops in order, maintaining alignment and the specified overlap throughout.
Each NALA COLLECTIVE wallpaper design is available in two installation formats: Flex peel-and-stick wallpaper and Signature paste-the-wall wallpaper. Both are premium choices; the right option depends on your wall surface, project scale and preferred installation method.
Compare Materials
| Flex Wallpaper — Peel-and-Stick | Signature Wallpaper — Paste-the-Wall | |
|---|---|---|
| Installation method | Self-adhesive, paste-free application | Paste is applied directly to the prepared wall |
| Best suited to | Smooth, compatible walls and projects suited to confident DIY installation | Longer-term, large or complex installations, including murals |
| Wall surface | Smooth, clean, well-prepared and fully cured painted walls | Smooth, clean, dry and properly prepared compatible walls |
| Repositioning during installation | May be carefully repositioned during initial application; repeated lifting should be avoided | Allows controlled positioning on the pasted surface |
| Adhesive required | No additional adhesive required | Requires a suitable, compatible paste-the-wall adhesive |
| Intended installation | Appropriate where a paste-free process and easier future removal may be preferred | Designed for longer-term residential and selected commercial installations |
| Recommended installer | Suitable for confident DIY installers on straightforward walls | Professional installation is often preferred for large areas, murals and complex walls |
Flex is not recommended for textured, dusty, porous, damaged or otherwise unsuitable painted surfaces. Surface condition, paint type and preparation can affect adhesion and removal. Neither material can be assumed to leave every wall undamaged when removed.
Which Should I Choose?
Choose Flex when the wall is smooth, fully cured and compatible, a paste-free installation is preferred, and the size and complexity of the project are appropriate for DIY installation.
Choose Signature when the installation is intended to be long term, the wall area is large or complex, or achieving a professional finish is the priority.
Check Your Surface
The performance of both materials depends on correct wall preparation and surface compatibility. Fresh paint must be allowed to cure fully in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s instructions.
Where compatibility is uncertain, order a sample and test it on the intended wall before placing your full order. Textured walls are not suitable unless the surface has been specifically assessed and approved.
Made to Order
Every NALA COLLECTIVE wallpaper order is produced specifically for your selected design, material and dimensions, including the confirmed crop for mural designs where applicable.
Please check your measurements, material selection and mural crop carefully before placing your order.
Production Time
Wallpaper production takes [CONFIRMED WALLPAPER PRODUCTION TIME].
Production begins once your order details have been accepted and is separate from delivery time. Complex orders or periods of high demand may require additional production time. We will contact you if this is expected to materially affect your order.
Australia-Wide Shipping
Standard shipping within Australia is free.
Estimated delivery times are [CONFIRMED DELIVERY ESTIMATES]. Remote and regional destinations may take longer.
Tracking information: [CONFIRMED TRACKING POLICY]
International shipping: [CONFIRMED INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING POLICY]
Delivery Inspection
Please inspect the package and every wallpaper drop as soon as your order arrives and before installation begins.
If the wallpaper appears damaged, faulty or incorrect, do not install it. Photograph and retain:
- The external packaging
- The shipping label
- The complete wallpaper
- The affected area in clear detail
These items assist NALA COLLECTIVE in assessing the concern.
Custom Orders and Change of Mind
As each wallpaper is custom printed to your specifications, we cannot accept returns or exchanges for change of mind. Cancellations are also unavailable once production has begun.
This policy does not limit any rights or remedies available under the Australian Consumer Law.
Damage, Faults or Incorrect Orders
Damage, faults or order issues must be reported to NALA COLLECTIVE within 48 hours of delivery, together with the requested photographs and relevant order details.
Your concern will be reviewed in accordance with [CONFIRMED REMEDY PROCESS].
Please inspect the wallpaper fully before installation. Installing wallpaper may limit our ability to assess or resolve a visible printing, manufacturing or order issue that should reasonably have been identified beforehand.
The 48-hour reporting request does not exclude or limit rights that cannot lawfully be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
Colour and Screen Representation
Colours may vary between screens, samples and finished prints due to screen settings, lighting, print production and material selection. A variation of this kind is not automatically considered a fault.
Where precise colour selection is important, we recommend ordering a sample before placing the full wallpaper order.
Care
Routine cleaning
Remove light dust with a clean, dry, soft cloth. Where suitable, use a lightly dampened soft cloth without saturating the wallpaper. Do not scrub the printed surface.
Products to avoid
- Abrasive pads
- Harsh chemicals, solvents or bleach
- Strong household cleaners
- Steam cleaning
- Excessive water
Sunlight and interior conditions
NALA COLLECTIVE wallpaper is printed using UV-resistant inks for lasting colour. As with most printed interior finishes, prolonged, intense direct sunlight may affect its appearance over time.
Avoid installation where the wall is exposed to ongoing moisture, active leaks, condensation or excessive heat unless the environment has been assessed as suitable.
Repairs
Retain clean offcuts after installation for possible minor repairs. Contact NALA COLLECTIVE before attempting to repair a significantly damaged area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Flex and Signature Wallpaper?
Flex is self-adhesive and paste-free. Signature is applied using a compatible paste-the-wall adhesive and is designed for longer-term installations.
Which option is best for DIY installation?
Flex may suit confident DIY installers working on a straightforward, smooth and compatible wall. Professional installation is recommended for larger or more complex projects.
Can wallpaper be installed on textured walls?
Textured walls are not suitable unless specifically assessed and approved.
Can it be installed over existing wallpaper?
Installation directly over existing wallpaper is not recommended. The existing covering should be removed and the wall properly prepared.
How long should I wait after painting?
Allow paint to complete the manufacturer’s full curing period before installation. Dry-to-touch does not necessarily mean fully cured.
Can I use it in a bathroom?
It may be suitable for well-ventilated, dry wall areas. Do not install in direct splash zones or areas subject to continuous dampness or condensation.
Can I install it behind a cooktop or near direct heat?
No. Do not install where exposed to direct heat, flame, steam or grease.
Should I order a sample first?
Yes, particularly where colour, scale, finish or surface compatibility is important.
Will the printed colour exactly match my screen?
Not necessarily. Screen settings, lighting and material selection can affect perceived colour.
How do I measure around doors and windows?
Measure the complete wall without deducting doors, windows or fixed features.
How do I order for multiple adjoining walls?
Add the widths of connecting walls together and order them as one continuous width where the design should flow around corners.
Will a pattern line up perfectly through a corner?
Corners are rarely perfectly square. Pattern flow can be maintained, but exact matching directly on the corner cannot be guaranteed.
What happens if my wall is not square?
Use the widest and highest measurements and include NALA’s required allowance.
Are the wallpaper drops numbered?
Yes. Drops are supplied in sequence.
In which direction should the drops be installed?
Install each drop in numbered order, following the supplied installation guide.
Can I reposition the wallpaper?
Flex may be repositioned carefully during initial application, but repeated lifting should be avoided. Signature allows controlled positioning while the pasted surface remains workable.
Is wallpaper paste included with Signature Wallpaper?
[CONFIRMED ADHESIVE INCLUSION POLICY]
Can the mural crop be changed after ordering?
Contact NALA COLLECTIVE immediately. The crop cannot be changed once production has begun.
Can custom wallpaper be returned?
Change-of-mind returns are unavailable because each order is custom printed. This does not limit rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
What if my order arrives damaged or incorrect?
Do not install it. Photograph the packaging, shipping label, complete wallpaper and affected area, then report the concern within 48 hours. Visible concerns should always be reported before installation.
Still unsure? Contact NALA COLLECTIVE before ordering and include photographs of the intended wall where relevant.