First and foremost, sustainable wallpaper sits at the centre of everything we design at Sidney Paul & Co. In fact, we take our environmental responsibilities seriously, choosing every supplier, ink and substrate with the planet in mind. Sustainability shapes each stage of our production, from studio sketch to finished roll.
Low-Impact Inks for Sustainable Wallpaper
First, we print every design using water-based inks. These inks contain no solvents. Moreover, they release very low levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This keeps our wallcoverings non-toxic from print room to living room. In addition, we avoid solvent inks and vinyl substrates entirely. Independent testing confirms our products meet Grade 6 of BS EN ISO 105-BO2:1999 for colour fastness. As a result, your chosen colours stay vivid for years.
Responsibly Sourced Materials for Sustainable Wallpaper
We source every paper and non-woven substrate from FSC or PEFC certified forests. Furthermore, this includes the natural fibres used in our grasscloth wallcoverings. Independent certification traces the timber back to responsibly managed woodland, protecting biodiversity at every stage. Likewise, fire safety matters a great deal to us. We test our products against the EN13501-1:2007+A1+2009 European fire regulations, and they achieve a pass mark of B, s2-d0. As a result, you can hang our wallpaper anywhere within a commercial building, including hotels, restaurants and offices.
Our sustainable wallpaper credentials include:
- Water-based, solvent-free inks with very low VOC emissions
- No vinyl substrates
- FSC and PEFC certified paper and non-woven substrates
- Grade 6 colour fastness to BS EN ISO 105-BO2:1999
- Fire safety rating of B, s2-d0 under EN13501-1:2007+A1+2009, suitable for commercial buildings
Our Ongoing Commitment
Sustainability is not a box we tick once and forget. Additionally, we review our suppliers regularly, and we look for new ways to reduce our environmental footprint. As materials and technology improve, so do our standards. Ultimately, choosing sustainable wallpaper from Sidney Paul & Co means choosing a business that puts planet alongside design.
Finally, explore our wallpaper collections to see these sustainable wallpaper principles in every roll we print. Likewise, our forestry partners hold FSC and PEFC certification, and we’re happy to answer any questions about our environmental practices.