Designer Wallpapers is an online wallpaper retailer whose reviewers, including trade buyers sourcing on behalf of clients, repeatedly praise Paul for sourcing limited-edition and designer-brand papers at prices more competitive than other retailers. Customers consistently highlight an easy-to-use website with a measuring calculator, quick sample delivery, and a generous returns policy that has refunded excess rolls even when requests fell just outside the stated window. Many describe using the company multiple times across different rooms and recommend it as a small, family-run alternative to larger suppliers. One reviewer describes a lengthy dispute over a Ralph Lauren paper that shed beads during installation, resulting in only a partial refund after a restocking charge, an outlier against consistently positive service reports elsewhere. As a wallpaper shop serving customers across London, Designer Wallpapers holds a 4.9-star average from 166 Google reviews.
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4.9 / 5 · 166 totalOrdered 9 rolls of Ralph Lauren “Swingtime Herringbone” wallpaper, described as “paste the wall for easy installation.” In practice, installation by experienced decorators resulted in the glass bead finish shedding during normal handling and dispersing onto hands, tools, paste and surrounding surfaces, leading to an unacceptable finish. I supplied video evidence showing the issue developing under real installation conditions. The response was that this behaviour is “normal” and attributable to installation technique, with reliance on a separate instruction sheet included in the packaging. If “easy installation” in this context requires brushing loose beads from the back, preventing any bead contact with pasted surfaces, and managing static so that particles do not reattach to the face, that is not something a customer would reasonably infer from the product description. Seven unused rolls were accepted back after 92 days, but a 20% restocking charge was still applied. Two rolls used during installation attempts were not refunded. For context, a different Ralph Lauren wallpaper was installed immediately afterwards by the same decorators without issue — which rather narrows the variable. Communication was polite throughout. The outcome, however, highlights a disconnect between how this product is marketed and how it performs in normal use. Buyers should clarify installation requirements very carefully before purchasing.
Paul was very helpful in sourcing a limited edition Osbourne & Little wallpaper. He provided a far more competitive price than other retailers and the delivery was quick and efficient. Highly recommended.
Ordered the FABULOUS Beverley Hills Mint paper because I wanted a Beverley Hills Hotel vibe in my bathroom. Absolutely beautiful, high quality paper. Easy to hang. Looks amazing. Highly recommend. Quick delivery.
Ordered paper and was sent wrong item x 2. Said I'd send it back, uplift arranged without checking my printer was working. I ordered a 2nd roll as its on sale, in case they ran out. Uplift booked yesterday but I was told today I live in a remote area. I'm 10 mins from city centre. 6 days later, I'm still awaiting the wrong paper to be uplifted, and I've received not 1 roll of the paper I ordered. Company said ill receive 1 roll plus refund for 1 AFTER the paper they sent by mistake is sent back. Fir the 2nd day, I'm sitting at home waiting on a courier picking up my paper, have no paper to finish my hall, and have no money to buy more. The 2nd purchase has absolutely nothing to do with the first and tgem sending wrong order. Disgraceful customer service. Update- paper sent back yesterday, they still refused my refund because I posted this review. Contacted my bank for advice, I've to wait 5 days then action will be taken. This could have been easily resolved by refunding y 2nd roll or sending it out to me.
Easy to get a good sized sample, easy to order, packaged well for delivery and easy to return 1 excess roll. The paper was excellent quality and easy to hang. I pasted the paper instead of the wall (old school!) with no issues. Would I use Designer Wallpapers again … definitely
I used these guys to purchase wallpaper on behalf of a client and the whole process was seamless from start to finish. Ordering and shipping were smooth, and the rolls arrived in perfect condition. They look fantastic on the client's wall. I had to return one roll, and the return process couldn’t have been easier. Paul was polite, professional, and happy to help. Excellent service — I’ll definitely be ordering from them again. Thanks!
A huge range of exquisite wallpaper all at a substantial discount. Excellent personal service . Couldn’t do better than shop here. My only problem is deciding which room to do next!