Zigzag Wallpaper

Zigzag wallpaper is a wall covering printed with sharp repeating peaks, best known as chevron. It makes a room look wider or taller. Giffywalls prints each design to the exact width and height of your wall, so the pattern meets the corners cleanly.

Why Zigzag Wallpaper Suits British Homes

Rooms here are often narrow, and hallways especially so. A horizontal run of peaks stretches a tight space. A vertical run lifts a low ceiling in a flat. Soft grey daylight suits the two tone versions too, as they hold their shape when colour looks flat. Flats in London, Manchester and Glasgow gain the most from it. Landings and box rooms are worth a look too.

Want the wider family of shapes? Our geometric wallpaper collection runs from hexagons to fine grids.

Period Homes and Modern Flats

Victorian and Edwardian Rooms

Sharp geometry against old plasterwork is a strong pairing. Try one wall in a hallway above dado panelling. Or a single chimney breast in a sitting room. Keep the woodwork plain white. One warning is worth heeding. Crisp lines show every bump, so fill and sand tired plaster before you hang.

New Builds and Rented Flats

New build walls are flat and smooth, which is exactly what this pattern wants. Renting in Leeds or Bristol? Take the peel and stick option. It lifts off at the end of a tenancy without pulling the paint, like the rest of our modern wallpaper range.

What to Pair It With

Timber, cane, wool and brass are the easy partners. Cream and warm white keep a room airy. Keep cushions and rugs plain, so the wall stays the star. Two patterns in one small room is one too many. Black metal frames suit the sharper designs, while oak softens them a little.

  • Hallways: a horizontal run that stretches the space.
  • Home offices: a clean, awake backdrop.
  • Kids rooms: bright peaks on one wall.
  • Bedrooms: a fine line print that stays calm.

Made to Measure, Free UK Delivery

Measure your wall. Send us the width and the height. We print the mural to fit exactly, so a peak never lands half cut in a corner. We have printed these for homes from Brighton to Edinburgh, and hallways are the top spot by far. Panels are numbered and hanging notes come in the box. UK delivery is free and fast. Order a sample first if two scales have you stuck.

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FAQs

Which materials is best for wallpaper?

Wallpapers are made from standard paper, canvas paper, premium paper, peel and stick materials for durability and style.

How Do I Measure My Wall for a Wall Mural?

Measure the wall's width and height, adding 2–4 inches for trimming. Check for obstacles like windows or doors and note their dimensions. Double-check measurements before ordering!

How Do I Order Custom Size Wallpaper or Wall Mural?

Pick a design, enter wall dimensions, choose material, and place your order. Contact support for help!

What is the difference between zigzag and chevron wallpaper?

A chevron is a continuous, unbroken V-shape where rows meet seamlessly, giving a tailored, precise look. A classic zigzag has more variation between rows and often softer edges, so it reads looser and more hand-made. Both appear in this collection.

Can this pattern change how big a room feels?

Yes, and it is one of its best features. Running the pattern horizontally visually widens a narrow room, while a vertical arrangement draws the eye upward and adds height to a low ceiling. Decide which problem you are solving before choosing.

What rooms suit zigzag wallpaper best?

Kids' rooms and playrooms are the classic choice, but it works equally well in mid-century living rooms, hallways, stairwells and powder rooms. Transitional spaces suit bold versions because you move through them rather than sit in them.

Can the mural be printed to my exact wall size?

Yes. Enter your wall's width and height and we print one continuous design scaled to fit, so the peaks meet your ceiling and skirting cleanly and the rhythm stays even instead of being cut off mid-row at a corner.

Is peel and stick zigzag wallpaper renter-friendly?

Yes. The peel and stick finish is self-adhesive and removable, lifting off cleanly without damaging paint or leaving residue. Panels arrive numbered, which makes aligning the angled edges considerably easier than it might sound.