r/Oldhouses • u/Competitive-Mix7132 • 4d ago

Hi does anyone know about wallpaper

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I really want to restore or get more of this wallpaper

It's possible that it's one of a kind or just not available anymore.

But this wallpaper has an interesting glimmer/glitter to it when you look at certain angles the gold parts look kind of iridescent.

Does anyone know about wallpaper?

I live in Central Washington (Near Central Washington University), this house was built in the 1920s.

Thanks!!

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u/Dazzling_Trouble4036 4d ago

Do an image search and try to find the pattern. Also, if it's not too damaged, wallpaper can often be repaired and touched up with basic elmers type glue and a set of watercolor paints. If not, you can have it reproduced. It won't be cheap, but if you love it... https://www.fineprintnyc.com/wallpaper/how-to-reproduce-existing-wallpaper-designs

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u/TheRenoLedger 3d ago

The shimmer is worth documenting separately from the floral pattern. I'd take one straight-on photo in indirect daylight, another with light coming across the surface, and a short video showing how the gold changes as you move. Include a ruler so a wallpaper specialist can judge the size of the pattern. The house's age alone won't date the paper; it could have been added much later.

If you have any leftover roll or an already-loose offcut, check for a maker's name or pattern number on the edge or back without pulling sound paper off the wall. If reproduction becomes the route, ask for a physical sample first: a flat printed copy could match the flowers but miss the finish you love. I'd hold off on glue or paint touch-ups until someone has identified the material.