Choosing wallpaper online or from a photo can be tricky. Colors look different on every screen, textures can’t be felt, and lighting at home changes everything. That’s why wallpaper samples are so valuable when planning a home update.
Samples help you make a confident decision without guessing — and they save you from choosing a pattern that won’t match your space.
Here’s how to get the most from wallpaper samples:
1. View Them in Natural and Evening Light
A wallpaper can look warm in daylight and cooler under LED lights. Check samples in both to see the true color.
2. Place the Sample Against Multiple Walls
Lighting shifts around the room. Move the sample near windows, corners, and darker areas to get a realistic idea of how it will look.
3. Compare Samples With Your Furniture
Hold your wallpaper sample next to your sofa, carpet, curtains, or cabinets. You’ll immediately see what works and what clashes.
4. Look at Texture Up Close
Texture is impossible to judge from a photo. Samples let you feel the surface and see how the light reflects on it.
5. Trust Your First Impression
If a sample instantly makes you smile — that’s the one. Wallpaper should feel right the moment you see it in your space.
At Euro Home Decor, you can explore thousands of wallpapers in person and choose the right samples for your home. With over 300,000 wallpapers in stock, you can also skip the waiting and take your full rolls home the same day.
Visit us at 4309 Steeles Ave W, Toronto and discover how easy choosing wallpaper can be.