Everything you need to know

Frequently asked questions.

Twenty concrete answers to the questions we get most often — on delivery, installation, samples, returns. If yours isn’t here, write to sales@maisondrapee.com — we reply within 24 business hours.

Order & payment

Which payment methods do you accept?

Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) via Stripe, PayPal (immediate payment or split into 4 interest-free instalments for purchases between €30 and €2,000), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfer for B2B orders above €500. All payments are secured with TLS 1.3 encryption.

Is the 4-instalment payment truly fee-free?

Yes — the service is operated by PayPal and billed exclusively to Maison Drapée. No interest, no setup fee, no commission on your end for payments between €30 and €2,000. Above that, contact us for a tailored payment plan.

Is my order secure?

Yes. The site is hosted in Europe (Hostinger, EU servers), fully encrypted (HTTPS/TLS 1.3), and GDPR-compliant. Your payment data never transits our servers — it is handled directly by Stripe and PayPal, both PCI DSS Level 1 certified.

Custom & dimensions

How do I calculate how much wallpaper I need?

Each product page has a built-in calculator: enter wall height (in meters), wall width (sum of walls to cover), and subtract openings (doors, windows in m²). The calculator automatically adds a 10% safety margin recommended by our wallpaperers and estimates glue needed for your chosen substrate.

Example: a 2.5 m × 4 m wall with no openings = 10 m². With margin → 11 m² to order.

Is wallpaper printed to my exact dimensions?

Yes for custom wallpapers: each roll is printed specifically to the dimensions of your project, not in a standard format then cut. Rolls leave our partner workshop already calibrated for your wall, avoiding wasteful cutting and approximate matching.

For unit rolls (category “Wallpaper rolls”), it’s a standard format of 10 m × 70 cm.

Is there a minimum order quantity?

For custom wallpapers, the recommended minimum is 1 m² (equivalent to one full print strip to avoid waste). For tiles and mosaics, ordering is per piece. For custom-made curtains, contact us for minimum dimensions based on the rail.

Can I order wallpaper in a non-standard format (circle, arch)?

Yes — it’s one of our specialties. The Circular wallpapers collection offers printed circles in 80, 100 or 130 cm diameter, perfect for creating a graphic medallion above a bed or sofa. The Arches collection offers the same principle in half-circles.

Substrate & installation

Which substrate should I choose for my room?

It depends on use and intended atmosphere:

  • Smooth vinyl (most versatile) — bedrooms, living rooms, hallways · matte or satin finish
  • Non-woven — easiest installation, ideal first project · dry rooms
  • Fiberglass — humid rooms, bathrooms · breathable, mold-resistant
  • Textured vinyl (loop, stucco, marble…) — premium decorative effect · design spaces

A physical sample (€15 average, refunded on first order) lets you touch the texture at home before validating.

How do I install custom wallpaper (non-woven technique)?

Installation happens in 4 steps:

  1. Wall prep — smooth, clean, dry. A primer coat for older substrates.
  2. Glue application — glue is applied to the wall only (not the paper), 5 minutes per panel.
  3. Double-cut installation — panels are laid with a 4 cm overlap, then center-cut with a knife for an invisible seam.
  4. Finishing — squeegee smoothing, 24-hour drying avoiding drafts.

An installation kit (60 cm knife + 250 g vinyl glue + spatula + cutter) is available as an option at €23.50 on every product page.

What glue should I use?

Our professional eco-friendly glue (250 g, starch-based, solvent-free) works with the 3 main substrates (smooth, medium vinyl, fiberglass). For heavy vinyl substrates (loop textures, stucco), we recommend a high-density 320 g glue (available on request). The product calculator automatically suggests the right number of jars based on your surface area.

Is wallpaper suitable for humid rooms?

Yes for fiberglass and water-resistant vinyl substrates. For bathrooms (excluding shower), choose a matte or glossy vinyl with hydrofuge sealing at the baseboard junction. For kitchens, all our vinyl substrates work near the worktop (steam resistance). Avoid pure non-woven in humid rooms.

Shipping & delays

What are delivery times in France?

For custom wallpapers: 5 to 7 business days (production + DPD Express). For standard rolls, tiles, and accessories in stock: 48 to 72 hours (express home or pickup point). For custom-made curtains: 2 to 3 weeks.

Real-time tracking via the email link sent at handoff.

How much does shipping cost?

€15.60 incl. tax in metropolitan France (DPD Express, up to 30 kg). Free shipping from €500 in France. European Union: starting at €24.90 (Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Austria). Switzerland / UK / Norway: on quote (customs duties at recipient’s expense).

Do you ship to the European Union?

Yes — we ship to Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands and Austria via DPD Classic (7-10 days). Other EU countries are available on quote (email sales@maisondrapee.com with your address). No VAT addition within the EU (intra-community).

Samples.

Can you send me a sample before I order?

Yes — a dedicated programme lets you order a physical sample of the substrate (Dekorami or Atelier européen partenaire wallpaper) for €15 to €35 depending on the material. The sample price is refunded on your first order of the same product. Format sent: 34 × 100 cm average, delivered by tracked mail within 3-5 days.

View sample catalogue →

Can I see the actual pattern before ordering?

For large orders (5 m² or more), we offer a digital proof within 24 hours of order: a high-definition PDF shows exactly how your project will look at the correct dimensions, with seams. You validate before we launch printing — any modification is free at this stage.

Returns & warranty

Can I return custom wallpaper?

No — in accordance with Article L221-28 of the French Consumer Code, custom-made goods are not eligible for the 14-day right of withdrawal. That’s why we strongly recommend ordering a physical sample before your purchase.

However, we guarantee: conformity to your validated proof, absence of production defects, and shipping damage (refuse the package on delivery if the box is damaged).

What about standard products (rolls, tiles, glue)?

For these products, you benefit from the 14-day right of withdrawal (Article L221-18). Notify us by email, send the product back in its original packaging, unused. Refund within 14 days of return reception via the same payment method. Return shipping at customer’s expense except in case of our error.

What is the warranty on your products?

2-year legal conformity warranty (Article L217-3 of the French Consumer Code). For defects affecting product quality (faded print, abnormal lifting, manufacturing defect), we cover repair or replacement.

B2B space.

Do you offer trade prices?

Yes — interior architects, decorators, hoteliers, restaurateurs and retailers can open a Pro account with: negotiated discounts (by volume), 30-day end-of-month bank transfer, priority 24-hour proof, accelerated delivery. Apply for Pro access →

Do you have a showroom?

Our showroom is by appointment at 67 Avenue Michelet, 93400 Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine (near Garibaldi metro, line 13). On site: 50+ materials to touch, mood boards, dedicated advisor for 1 hour. Book a visit →

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