Did you know that here at XV we produce made to measure cuts of wallpaper, so you don't have to work out how many whole rolls you might need for those mathematically challenging corners?
 
When we first produced own wallpaper to match our hand-drawn designs of cushions and homewares, we went down the classic route of taking our collection themes and applying them to wallpaper using the standard method. We used a trade specialist to print off rolls of paper but soon realised we'd have to hold large rolls of stock, and we just didn't have the space.
 
To get smaller amounts of paper of a similar quality, but in a more sustainable and cost-effective way, we went to a local commercial printer who agreed to take on bespoke jobs for XV. We're unique in this respect, and proud of the fact that we're a small business catering for individual needs. The result is a service that has already proved successful for several customers.
 

Working out what you need
 
Here's what to do if you're in need of a small bespoke area of wallpaper:
  1. Choose a brilliant XV design.
  2. Take a picture of the area to updated, ideally with your phone.
  3. Measure all the key areas, e.g. height, width, window size, features to go around.
  4. For tech wizards, use the editing feature on the phone to draw in measurements!
  5. Contact us with your requirements et voila: a feature wall to match your cushions and tableware, without piles of spare paper going to waste.

If you're unsure of your requirements, give us a call and if we don't know the answer we'll ask our wallpaper man from Paul Walden Interiors, and get back to you. Paul is our go-to guide for all things paper. He says that although you can hang wallpaper yourself, chances are you will be buying a small amount for the very reason that it's an odd space. And in such cases, all that cutting and pasting is easier when done by a specialist.

All our wallpaper are taken from hand-drawn images, created into murals or simple repeated designs, that is then printed here on the Isle of Wight.
 
Our Cowes mural is especially popular, followed by Cardinals and then the Seaview range – everything printed in our trademark white and blue colourway. We're about to decorate a local hotel in Seaview wallpaper with curtains to match; we can't wait to see the results.

For our private clients, we offer a bespoke wallpaper design service. Client have the opportunity to commission their own personal designs for their home. We create unique hand-drawn images that can represent their lives, adventures, favourite plants or animals; even bits and pieces from around their home, to create a very personal wallpaper that is unique to their own home!
 
We also offer organic cotton fabrics to match our wallpaper designs and offer a made-to-measure service for curtains and blinds.

XV Stripes is a relatively new homewares company based on the Isle of Wight, and has been filling homes with nautical and marine-themed designs since 2020. To hear more about all the inventive things, we get up to at XV HQ, please contact our Izzey for a chat at isabelle.hung@xvstripes.com
 
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