Printed wallpaper is large-format printing at its most decorative, ideal for offices, restaurants and lodges. We print custom wallpaper on paper or textured vinyl from your images or brand patterns. Boldmedia Print Zimbabwe supplies it in labelled drops.
Printed wallpaper is custom wallcovering printed with your own design — brand patterns, photographic murals, textures or illustrations — and hung in drops like traditional wallpaper. It is used for feature walls in offices, restaurants, hotels, retail spaces, clinics and homes. Because it is printed to order, the design can match a room’s exact dimensions and the brand’s colours.
Compared with self-adhesive wall vinyl, printed wallpaper is applied with paste, which suits larger walls and gives a more traditional, often textured finish. It can be easier to hang over big areas without bubbles, and some types are more breathable and washable. Wall vinyls are usually better for small, temporary or removable graphics, while wallpaper suits longer-term interiors. A good printed wallpaper uses high-resolution artwork, matching drops and a wall that has been properly prepared.
Where it works well
- Office and boardroom feature walls
- Restaurant and café interiors
- Hotel rooms, corridors and lobbies
- Retail store brand walls
- Clinic and waiting room murals
- Children's rooms and play areas
- Showroom backdrops
Materials and finishes
- Non-woven printable wallpaper
- Vinyl-coated wallcovering for scrubbability
- Textured wallpapers (canvas, sand or linen finish)
- Fire-rated wallcoverings where specified
- Matt or satin finishes
What affects the price
- Wall area
- Wallpaper type and finish
- Complexity of the design and pattern matching
- Wall preparation needed
- Installation or supply only
- Design work or image sourcing
Supplying measurements
Measure the full width and height of each wall, noting doors, windows, plug points and light switches. Tell us the wall surface and its condition, as damp or uneven walls need attention before hanging.
Artwork requirements
Supply high-resolution artwork at full size or vector files (PDF, AI, EPS or SVG), in CMYK. For photographic murals, the image must be large enough to print at wall scale; we can check resolution before you commit.
Survey and installation
Walls should be smooth, dry and primed, and paste-applied wallpaper is best hung by an experienced installer to match drops accurately. Installation can be arranged or the wallpaper supplied for your own installer.
Maintenance
Wipe gently with a damp cloth and mild soap; vinyl-coated papers handle more frequent cleaning. Avoid harsh scrubbing on textured finishes, which can mark the print.
Frequently asked questions
Printed wallpaper or wall vinyl — which should I choose?
Wallpaper suits larger, long-term feature walls; self-adhesive vinyl suits smaller, temporary or easily removable graphics.
Can you print a photo I took?
Yes, if the image has enough resolution for the wall size. We check this before printing.
Can wallpaper be used in a restaurant or kitchen area?
Vinyl-coated, washable wallcoverings are better suited to busy or high-touch areas.