Wallpaper Materials: Peel & Stick vs Non-Woven

PosterPeak material guide

Peel & Stick or Non-Woven Wallpaper?

Both materials are professionally printed, PVC-free and made to your wall size. The best choice depends on the finish you prefer, how permanent the installation should be and how confident you feel about using wallpaper paste.

Easy & removable

Peel & Stick Polyester

A premium self-adhesive textile wallpaper for a quick, clean installation without separate glue.

Weight340 g/m²

FinishMatte, textile-like

AdhesiveSelf-adhesive

Fire ratingB1 / M1

No wallpaper paste required.
Can be carefully repositioned during initial installation.
Removable and renter-friendly.
Best on smooth, clean, dry and well-prepared walls.
PVC-free polyester textile.

Choose it if…You want the simplest installation, minimal mess or a less permanent decorating solution.

Classic & permanent

Traditional Non-Woven

A lightweight traditional wallpaper with a smooth finish for a stable, long-term installation.

Weight175 g/m²

FinishSmooth, semi-gloss

AdhesiveWallpaper paste

Fire ratingB1

Installed using a suitable wallpaper adhesive.
PVC-free, breathable non-woven paper.
Clean print definition and traditional finish.
Recommended for smooth, dry interior walls.
Well suited to permanent rooms and professional installation.

Choose it if…You prefer a classic wallpaper feel, a lasting result or plan to use an experienced installer.

Side-by-side comparison

Feature	Peel & Stick Polyester	Traditional Non-Woven
Installation	Peel the backing and apply directly	Apply suitable wallpaper paste as instructed
Surface	Matte with textile-like texture	Smooth, semi-gloss finish
Best for	Renters, first-time installers and quick makeovers	Long-term interiors and traditional installation
Repositioning	Possible during initial application	Can be adjusted while the paste remains workable
Removal	Designed to be removable	More permanent
Wall requirements	Smooth, clean, dry and well prepared	Smooth, clean and dry
Separate glue	Not required	Required
PVC	PVC-free	PVC-free

Which should you choose?

I am renting

Peel & Stick is normally the better fit because it is removable and requires no separate paste.

I want the easiest installation

Choose Peel & Stick. It is more forgiving and can be repositioned during the first application.

I want a permanent finish

Choose Traditional Non-Woven for a classic pasted installation and smooth finish.

I am hiring a professional

Most installers are familiar with Non-Woven wallpaper, although either material can be professionally installed.

My wall is textured

Neither material is recommended. Wallpaper needs a smooth, stable and properly prepared surface.

The room is very humid

These two materials are intended mainly for dry interiors and should not be exposed to direct water or prolonged steam.

Colour and special finishes

Wallpaper is printed with a professional 9-colour Epson system using ISO-certified eco-solvent inks suitable for indoor use. Screens, lighting and surrounding colours can affect perception. Gold, silver, glitter and other metallic-looking details are printed colour effects and do not contain reflective metallic material.