Specialty papers
Metallic and Mylar Wallpaper: What to Know Before Installation
Metallic and mylar wallpapers reflect light, so they magnify every bump in the wall and every crease in the paper. They need a perfectly smooth, primed wall, careful handling, and, because metallic faces can conduct electricity, power turned off at the breaker while trimming around outlets. HomeGuide puts mylar installation at roughly $110 to $300 per roll installed.
In short
- Shine shows wall flaws: a skim coat or liner is often needed.
- Creases in the metallic face usually cannot be removed.
- Turn off power at the breaker when trimming around outlets.
- Avoid bathrooms and laundry rooms: moisture can corrode or discolor metallics.
Why metallics are harder to hang
- Reflection. Light glancing across the surface reveals every dent and joint.
- Creasing. Milton & King warns that creases in the metallic face may be impossible to remove.
- Electrical safety. Metallic wallpaper can conduct electricity, so power is shut off at the breaker during installation and cuts around outlets are made carefully.
- Seams. Seams catch the light; they must be perfectly butted.
Where metallics work best
- Powder rooms without a shower, dining rooms and entry halls
- Darker rooms and hallways, where the paper bounces light around
- Accent walls behind a bed or a bar
Avoid full bathrooms and laundry rooms, where repeated moisture can corrode or discolor metallic finishes.
Cost
National data from HomeGuide lists mylar wallpaper at about $110 to $300 per roll installed, more than standard paper because of the material and the prep it needs. See wallpaper installation cost.
Where we work: neighborhoods and ZIP codes
We install metallic and mylar papers on Level 5 walls in Buckhead, Tuxedo Park, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Milton and Roswell.
North Atlanta: Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Midtown
- 30305 Buckhead
- 30327 Buckhead / Tuxedo Park
- 30342 Buckhead / Sandy Springs
- 30328 Sandy Springs
- 30350 Sandy Springs / Dunwoody
- 30338 Dunwoody
- 30319 Brookhaven
- 30324 Brookhaven / Lindbergh
- 30329 North Druid Hills
- 30341 Chamblee / Brookhaven
- 30339 Vinings / Cumberland
- 30309 Midtown / Ansley Park
- 30318 West Midtown / Westside
Alpharetta, Milton and Johns Creek
- 30004 Alpharetta / Milton
- 30005 Alpharetta
- 30009 Alpharetta
- 30022 Alpharetta / Johns Creek
- 30024 Suwanee / Johns Creek
- 30097 Johns Creek / Duluth
Roswell and East Cobb
- 30075 Roswell
- 30076 Roswell
- 30077 Roswell
- 30062 Marietta / East Cobb
- 30066 Marietta / East Cobb
- 30068 Marietta / East Cobb
Also serving: Gwinnett County; Cumming; Woodstock, Canton and Hall County. Not sure we cover your street? Send your ZIP code with a quote request.
About WallPros. WallPros LLC is a wallpaper installation company based in Grayson, Georgia, serving Gwinnett County, North Atlanta, Alpharetta, Roswell, East Cobb, Cumming and the rest of Metro Atlanta for 10 years. We install, remove and prepare walls for homeowners, interior designers and builders.
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FAQ
Common questions
Does metallic wallpaper need a liner?
Often a liner or a skim coat is recommended because the shine magnifies wall imperfections.
How do I clean metallic wallpaper?
Wipe gently with a damp cloth and mild soap; avoid abrasives.
Is metallic wallpaper safe around outlets?
Yes when installed correctly: power off during installation and no metal overlapping outlet boxes.