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How to Match a Drop-Match Pattern

Pattern matches make rooms look right.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Pattern matches make rooms look right. In short: find; cut; number, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Find the repeat.

  2. Cut drops in sequence.

  3. Number them.

  4. Hang in order.

  5. Check each seam.

  6. Adjust.

Safety reminders for paperhangers

  • Use ladders safely
  • Handle razor knives carefully
  • Ventilate adhesives
  • Watch outlets

Drop · Straight match · Drop match · Booking · Plumb line · Seam roller: see the full paperhanger glossary.

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