What is Removable Wallpaper?
The complete guide to making your home beautiful with removable, peel and stick wallpaper.
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Peel and stick wallpaper (also called removable wallpaper) is a self-adhesive wall covering that installs easily and removes cleanly—no glue, water, or wall damage. It’s the ultimate DIY-friendly solution for adding instant style to your space.
Whether you're a renter, a design enthusiast, or just looking for a DIY way to transform your walls, peel and stick wallpaper is a stylish, commitment-free option that lets you decorate with confidence.
At Tempaper®, we invented this category in 2008 with the first removable wallpaper designed to peel off without leaving residue. Seventeen years later, we're proud to see millions embracing this easy, beautiful way to refresh any room.
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Removable wallpaper takes the risk and stresses out of decorating and gives you the freedom to add pattern and style to any room.
We’re excited to see so many people choosing removable wallpaper as we’ve always believed in the product and are happy to see that our customers share the same sentiment!
At Tempaper®, we launched the first peel and stick, removable wallpaper back in 2008. Our mission was to create beautiful wallpaper that removed easily with no mess or damage. After a year of research and development, we manufactured our patented, removable product that lets you take your wallpaper down after days, months or even years without ruining your walls.
Because we’ve been working with removable wallpaper for over 17 years, we’ve decided to share what we’ve learned with you.
In this guide, we'll talk about the pros and cons of peel and stick, removable wallpaper and give you expert tips and advice on how to make your decorating project a success.
Top 5 Benefits of Peel and Stick Wallpaper
Peel and stick wallpaper is more than just convenient, it’s a game changer for renters, DIYers, and design pros alike. Here’s why:
Easy, Mess-Free Installation
No glue. No paste. No panic. Just peel, stick, and smooth—perfect for beginners and pros alike.
Repositionable & Forgiving
Make a mistake? No problem. You can adjust it during installation for a flawless finish.
Easy Removal, Anytime
Whether it’s been up for days, months, or years, Tempaper® wallpaper peels off easily—no scraping, soaking, or residue left behind. Easy to remove after minutes, hours, days, or even years. Styles change, your wallpaper can too.
Perfect for Rentals
Want to personalize your space without upsetting your landlord? Peel and stick wallpaper removes cleanly and leaves walls damage-free. Any hesitations, please reach out to us here.
Design Options for Every Style
From classic patterns to bold murals and textured metallics, there’s a peel and stick print for every space—including stair risers, ceilings, and furniture makeovers.
Not sure if peel and stick wallpaper is right for you?
Here's how it stacks up against traditional wallpaper when it comes to prep, installation, removal, and more.
A Smart Shopper’s Guide to Buying Peel and Stick Wallpaper
Removable wallpaper, at Tempaper® comes in many formats: rolls, panels, murals, and custom designs. Understanding these options can help you get the best value for your space.
- Rolls (like traditional wallpaper) are the most cost-effective and ship quickly. Tempaper® offers single rolls covering roughly 28 square feet and double rolls covering roughly 56 square feet.
- Panels are great for smaller spaces and reduce waste since you can order exactly what you need but can result in more seams and be more costly to cover a large area.
- Murals are perfect for statement walls, offering immersive, landscape designs. They tend to be higher in cost but deliver big visual impact.
- Custom designs give you total creative control. Modify a Tempaper® design or create your own from scratch to match your style.
Knowing how peel and stick wallpaper is sold and what works best for your project, can help you shop smart and decorate with confidence.
Pricing Tips for Peel and Stick Wallpaper prices vary by format.
Murals are typically most expensive, followed by panels, then rolls. Materials like metallics or textures can also increase cost. To compare options fairly, calculate price per square foot. This gives you a clear picture of value, especially for larger projects.
Tempaper is made in the USA using high-quality materials, so while pricing may vary, you're investing in craftsmanship and durability.
Tempaper is Known for:
easy-to-install
Easily applies to any smooth surface including bathrooms, stair risers, and ceilings.
Made in USA
This keeps jobs in America and ensures the highest quality in the manufacturing process.
not just for walls
Try our products on stair risers, dressers, ceilings, desk drawers, and more.
moisture-resistant
Works in bathrooms and high-humidity areas.
How to Install Peel and Stick Wallpaper: A Quick Guide
Prep is key! For best results, apply to smooth, clean surfaces painted with satin or semi-gloss paint. Avoid flat or matte finishes, which may cause paint to lift during removal. Always test with a sample first.
Before you start:
- Clean walls with a 1:1 isopropyl alcohol + water solution.
- Remove outlet covers and switch plates (turn off power first).
- Gather tools: squeegee, craft knife, level, ruler, and step stool.
- Check out our Here to Help videos and blog posts.
Pro Tips:
- Buy 10% extra to account for pattern matching and trimming.
- Order a sample, lighting and screens can affect how colors appear.
- Avoid color mismatch and order all wallpaper at once
- Measure twice, cut once.
- Bring a friend—installing goes faster with two people.
- Need help? Use our wallpaper calculator, watch install videos or browse our toolkit online.
How
is Made
Tempaper is a versatile and innovative solution that transforms the way we think about wall coverings. With endless possibilities, Tempaper can be made and printed in a variety of ways to suit any style or design vision. Tempaper offers flexibility that meets every aesthetic need. From bold statement pieces to subtle textures, our design options allow you to create the perfect atmosphere for your space. Let your creativity flow as we bring your design ideas to life with quality materials and cutting-edge printing techniques.
Here to Help: Peel and Stick Wallpaper Resources
Installation Guidelines for Removable Wallpaper:
As with any do-it-yourself project, success starts with preparation. For best results, apply Tempaper® removable wallpaper on:
- Smooth surfaces
- In good condition
- Primed and painted with an eggshell, satin or semi-gloss paint.
Avoid surfaces with flat, matt or low-sheen paints. (Tempaper® can be applied to these paint finishes, however, paint removal could occur when the product is removed).
We recommend purchasing a sample for testing your surface.(Any design in our store can be purchased as a sample).
Installation Tips
Here are some useful tips that will help navigate the challenge of applying temporary wallpaper.
Before You Begin
Tempaper® is recommended for smooth surfaces that are in good condition and have been primed and painted with a satin or semi-gloss finish.
Clean surface by wiping with a damp cloth or wet rag, making sure the surface is fully dried before application. We recommend wiping your intended surface with an isopropyl alcohol + water solution (1:1 ratio) and letting it dry before installation to ensure best compatibility.
For an easier install, remove switch plates and outlet covers prior to installation making sure to turn off the electricity at source prior to removal.
Helpful Tools for Applying Peel and Stick Wallpaper:
- Craft knife
- Cutting surface
- Level
- Pencil
- Ruler or straight edge
- Step stool
- Squeegee
- Tape measure
Tempaper.com now sells tools for removable wallpaper application to ensure you have what you need to start your next project
Helpful Hints for Working with Removable Wallpaper
Get inspired!
Spend time looking at before and after photos to find colors, patterns, and designs that light you up. Of course, Pinterest and Instagram are a great place to start, and any company selling temporary (removable) wallpaper should have a gallery of customer projects to view.
Purchase a more than you need
We recommend purchasing 10% more than you’ve calculated to cover your walls exactly. There will be a potential waste at the top and bottom of the wall - especially if you need to shift the paper up or down to match a pattern.
Use our convenient wallpaper calculator and watch the instructional videos below. Order a sample. Colors on computer screens do vary and can look different than the real thing. And depending on how many windows you have in your room, your ceiling height and your lighting, your paper may appear darker or lighter than it did on the website.(Any design can be ordered as a sample on our website).
Avoid color mismatch
Environmental conditions such as humidity, changes in inks by the manufacturer, etc can lead to color shifts on designs printed at different times. For designs sold by the roll, each print run is given a lot number.
Always make sure you order enough wallpaper to complete your project because if you need extra wallpaper printed at a later time, you risk having an imperfect color match. If you do need to order additional paper of the same design at a later time, make sure to send us the lot number found on our product label. If we have stock of that lot, you will be shipped rolls that match.
NOTE: We do not offer lot numbers on digital prints so please make sure to measure twice. Lay your paper out on the floor first and cut it to size before applying it to the wall. This lets you match up your patterns exactly and work with smaller panels of paper. You can also work from the roll. Please see instructions on working from the roll if you prefer this hanging method.
Bring a friend
Handling long strips of wallpaper and aligning them alone is possible, but it may take a bit longer to complete your project. Having someone to help you will make the job go faster and smoother.
Troubleshooting and Helpful Videos:
We’ve put together some instructional videos to guide you through every phase of your project. Our walls contain all kinds of roadblocks and interruptions. Here are some videos to guide you in applying removable wallpaper around these household obstacles.
TIP: Bubbles happen to even the most experienced installers. The good news is there’s a simple fix.
How to Measure Correctly to Make Sure You Order the Right Amount of Wallpaper
watch video
How to Align a Drop-Match Pattern
watch video
How to Align a Straight-Match Pattern
watch video
How to Cover a Light Switch
watch video
How to Trim Around Molding
watch video
How to Remove Stubborn Bubbles
watch video
How to Wallpaper Around a Door
watch video
What's Next?
View our gallery to see how customers are transforming their spaces with Tempaper®.
Check out some before and after photos to see what’s possible.
Shop removable wallpaper by browsing our designs.
HINT: Any design can be ordered as a sample so you can try it out in your home.