Wall Decal Guide
Before You Order
Are Your Walls Suitable?
Our premium fabric wall decals are designed for use on most smooth, properly painted interior walls. As every wall, paint product and paint application is different, we strongly recommend testing your included sample before installing your decals.
Test Before Installation
Every order includes a test sample. Apply it to a discreet area of the wall you intend to decorate for at least 48 hours, then remove it slowly to check both adhesion and the condition of the paint underneath.
Works Best On
✓ Smooth plasterboard walls
✓ Quality interior painted surfaces
✓ Clean, dry walls
✓ Fully cured paint
✓ Many washable & Wash & Wear finishes
✓ Well-bonded, properly prepared paintwork
Not Suitable For
✖ Textured or heavily textured walls
✖ Freshly painted or uncured walls
✖ Flaking, peeling or poorly bonded paint
✖ Dusty, dirty or damp surfaces
✖ Unsealed or unstable surfaces
Our fabric decals are designed to be quick, easy, and stress-free. Just peel, stick, and smooth - simple!
How to Apply Our Decals
1
Prepare Your Wall
Ensure your wall is clean, dry and free from dust. Test your included sample for at least 48 hours before installation.
2
Peel from Backing
Carefully peel the decal from the backing paper, taking care with delicate or detailed pieces.
3
Position and Smooth
Position your decal and smooth firmly into place with your hands, working from the centre out.
Accidentally Stuck Together?
Don’t worry! Gently peel the decals apart, reposition and keep going. Our flexible fabric makes little installation mishaps easy to fix.
Removing Your Wall Decals
Our fabric wall decals are designed to be removable from suitable painted surfaces without leaving sticky residue. When you're ready to remove them, lift an edge and peel slowly and gently, keeping the decal close to the wall rather than pulling it straight out towards you.
If you'd like to reuse your decals, keep them clean and place them back onto their original backing paper before storing flat in a cool, dry place.
About Painted Walls
The condition of your paint matters. While our decals are designed to be removable, we cannot determine how your wall was originally prepared or painted. Paint adhesion can be affected by factors such as primer, surface preparation, previous paint layers, repairs, moisture and the age or condition of the paint.
If paint is not properly bonded to the surface underneath, repositioning or removing an adhesive product may cause it to lift. This is why we strongly recommend completing the supplied 48-hour test on a discreet area of the intended wall before installation.
Fable and Fawn cannot accept responsibility for paint or surface damage caused by poorly bonded paint, inadequate surface preparation, existing wall conditions or installation on an unsuitable surface.
Updated 23 August 2026 - This guide applies to wall decal orders placed from 23 August 2026 onwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Our Products
About Our Products
Our wall decals are printed on premium 100% woven polyester fabric using professional 12-ink Canon fine art photography printers—the same technology trusted for gallery-quality photographic prints.
The result is beautifully soft colours, incredible detail and a painted-on finish that blends seamlessly into your walls.
✔ Premium 100% woven fabric
✔ PVC-free & vinyl-free
✔ Soft matte finish
✔ Repositionable during installation
✔ Designed & printed in Melbourne using non-toxic, water-based pigment inks
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Production & Shipping
Production & Shipping
Every order is custom printed in our Melbourne studio just for you.
Wall decals are dispatched within 2–7 business days, while wallpaper is dispatched within 10 business days. We ship worldwide for wall decals, with tracking provided once your order has been dispatched.
Please note that Express Shipping speeds up delivery only and does not reduce our production timeframe.
How Do I Choose the Right Size?
How Do I Choose the Right Size?
Every room is different, so we recommend measuring your wall before ordering.
A great way to visualise the finished size is by using painter's tape to mark the dimensions of the design directly onto your wall. This makes it easy to see how it will look in your space before you purchase.
Our listing images and product dimensions are also there to help guide your decision. If you're still unsure, feel free to contact us—we're always happy to help you choose the perfect size.
Are They Safe for Nurseries?
Are They Safe for Nurseries?
Absolutely.
Our wall decals are printed using non-toxic, water-based pigment inks on premium woven fabric that is PVC-free and vinyl-free, making them suitable for nurseries, bedrooms and playrooms.
As with any decorative product, we recommend placing wall decals out of reach of young children and babies, as individual pieces are not intended to be handled as toys.
Can They Be Removed & Reused?
Can They Be Removed & Reused?
Our premium fabric wall decals can be gently lifted and repositioned during installation, making it easy to achieve the perfect placement.
Once installed, they can be removed cleanly from suitable painted walls without leaving sticky residue.
For best results, apply your decals soon after they arrive. If storing them, keep them flat in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.