Updated June 2025
When planning a home renovation or refresh, knowing what influences wallpaper installation costs can help you budget wisely and avoid surprises. In the Denver metro area, wallpaper installation typically ranges from $1 to $7 per square foot, but that’s just the surface. The real price depends on several technical and design-related factors.
Not all wallpapers are created equal. Costs vary based on material:
✅ Paper: Most affordable, but delicate to install
✅ Vinyl: Durable and common in high-traffic areas
✅ Textile or Grasscloth: High-end, textured, harder to handle
✅ Non-Woven: Easier to apply and remove, mid-price range
For example, grasscloth wallpaper requires special adhesive, delicate handling, and expert trimming.
🔗 Learn more: Wallpaper Types Explained
Even the best wallpaper can’t hide a poorly prepped wall. Issues like:
Cracks
Bumps or uneven textures
Old adhesive residue
…must be addressed first. Tasks such as plastering or priming can add to the overall cost.
🔗 Related: Taking Care of Wallpapers and Decorative Plasters
Rooms with many corners, nooks, built-in shelves, or arches require more precise work and often pattern matching. This increases labor time and cost.
Custom mural projects or custom non-woven wallpaper also require exact alignment and careful seam control.
High ceilings or unusual areas like stairwells and lofts demand more labor, time, and sometimes special equipment (ladders, scaffolding).
That means:
More material used
Slower application
Added setup/cleanup time
🔗 Also see: Wallpaper for Stairwells
An experienced wallpaper installer may charge more, but it shows in the quality of the seams, pattern match, and overall appearance.
Be cautious: some companies outsource work or send junior installers, leading to inconsistent results. As we highlighted in How to Evaluate a Wallpaper Installer’s Work, don’t rely solely on reviews—ask who will do the job.
We use only premium-quality wallpaper from trusted manufacturers:
These materials are durable, color-stable, and perfect for high-traffic areas across Colorado.
Curious which American brands are worth the investment? Check out our guide to top American wallpaper manufacturers.
🔗 Also explore: Vinyl Wallpaper | Custom Wallpaper
Enjoy The Wall installs and advises on wallpaper throughout the state, with a focus on the Denver metro area:
Denver
Aurora
Lakewood
Centennial
Castle Rock
Boulder
Colorado Springs
$1 to $7 depending on wall condition, wallpaper type, and layout.
Yes—especially for expensive materials or complex spaces.
Yes, with accurate room photos and wallpaper choice, we can provide a quote.
Don’t let pricing uncertainties delay your renovation. Let our Denver metro area team give you an accurate quote and deliver flawless results.
