A wall is more than a width and height. Corners, skirting, sockets, doors, windows, furniture, uneven surfaces, moisture, and the intended crop can affect the print and fitting plan.
Final production dimensions and allowances should be confirmed for the actual wall and installation method. A customer sketch is a useful starting brief, not a substitute for a required site check.
Make a wall measurement sheet
Measure the width and height at more than one point and record the results without silently averaging them. Photograph the full wall straight-on and from each side.
Draw doors, windows, sockets, switches, air conditioners, columns, corners, skirting, and fixed furniture on a simple sketch with their positions.
Record the surface condition
Note fresh paint, loose paint, repairs, dust, texture, dampness, seepage, cracks, and uneven areas. Surface preparation and suitability must be resolved before fitting is promised.
Plan the image crop and panels
Identify the focal subject and any content that must remain visible after the artwork is cropped to the wall ratio. Keep important details away from obstacles and uncertain edges.
Panel widths, overlaps, trims, and seam positions depend on the chosen production and fitting method. Review them before final artwork approval.
Check artwork at final scale
Use the highest-quality source available and check effective resolution after scaling. Screenshots and messaging-app copies may not contain enough detail for a large wall.
Ask for a layout proof showing the wall ratio, crop, key obstacles, panel direction, and approved content. Colour appearance can vary across screens, materials, inks, and room lighting.
Practical checklist
Information to prepare
- Wall width and height at several points
- Straight-on and side photographs
- Door, window, socket, and switch positions
- Corners, skirting, columns, and fixed furniture
- Surface condition and recent paint
- Original artwork or design direction
- Important crop and focal point
- Fitting location, access, and required date