Wallpaper Symbols

Wallpaper Symbols

There are various methods of safe cleaning that might be indicated by symbols on the wallpaper. If the
wallpaper is not marked by any of the subsequent symbols, it is not advisable to clean the wallpaper using any
method.

Spongeable

This symbol indicates that the wallpaper can be lightly cleaned using a sponge. This type of wallpaper is not
recommended to be used in places where it is likely to get wet or in areas with high humidity, as it is susceptible
to damage when exposed to water.

Washable

This symbol means that the wallpaper is relatively durable and can be gently cleaned without damaging the
wallpaper. It is still vulnerable to water.

Super washable or extra washable

This symbol indicates that the wallpaper is durable enough to withstand rigorous cleaning without sustaining
damaged. This type of wallpaper may be placed in areas that are likely to get damp. This type of wallpaper can
withstand exposure to small amounts of water.

Scrubbable

This is the symbol found on the most durable wallpapers, allowing them to be scrubbed clean without incurring
noticeable damage. If you need heavy-duty wallcoverings, this is your best choice.
These symbols indicate where in a home or business it is safest to hang the wallcovering, according to the
natural light patterns.

Good Light Fastness

This symbol means the wallpaper will not bleach easily even with prolonged exposure to sunlight. It is the type
of wallpaper recommended for areas of property that routinely get exposed to sunlight.

Moderate Light Fastness

This symbol denotes that the wallpaper is only somewhat resistant to bleaching when placed in direct sunlight.
It will bleach faster than those designed and marked “Good Light Fastness”. Wallcoverings without any symbol
indication or marking regarding sun-bleaching characteristics should not be placed in areas that are often
exposed to sunlight.
These symbols offer valuable information about how best to install the wallcovering.

Adhesive to Wallcovering

This symbol means you should apply the adhesive on the wallcovering instead of the wall.

Ready Pasted

This symbol means that the adhesive has already been applied to this wallcovering. You only need to immerse
the desired length of wallcovering in water to activate the paste before applying it to you wall.

Strippable

This symbol means that both the top and back layers of the wallpaper will come off the wall if you decide to
redecorate. Selecting a wallpaper with this symbol may make it easier to redecorate in the future.

Wet Removable

This symbol means you have to apply liquid wallpaper stripper or warm soapy water to remove this type of
wallpaper.

Peel-able

This symbol indicates that the top layer of this wallcovering will peel off should you decide to redecorate.

Offset Match

This symbol, which can be found beside some measurement of distance, only indicates the vertical offset of the
pattern.

Straight Match

This symbol, which can be found beside a measurement of distance, only indicates the start of each time a
vertical pattern is repeated on the wallpaper.

Free Match

This symbol means the wallcovering has no repeating pattern match and can be hung in any direction to achieve
the desired final look.

Direction of Hanging

This symbol serves as a guide pointing toward the direction this particular wallcovering should be hung.

Reverse Alternate Layout

This symbol means that the wallpaper should be hung in alternate directions to achieve the desired final look.