Phillip Jeffries' natural fiber wallcoverings — grasscloth, sisal, and specialty textures — behave very differently from printed paper. Because the material is woven from organic fibers, no two bolts match perfectly in color, which means bolt sequencing is critical before a single strip goes up.
Proper installation requires clear (not tinted) adhesive applied at controlled thickness, since excess adhesive will bleed through the porous fiber backing and cause permanent staining — one of the most common and costly mistakes in DIY or inexperienced installation.
Butt-seam installation (rather than overlap) is standard for natural fibers, requiring a steady hand and sharp blade technique to avoid visible gaps as the material expands and contracts with humidity.
Our installers acclimate every roll to the room's humidity for 24-48 hours before hanging, a step Phillip Jeffries specifically recommends and one that is frequently skipped by less experienced crews.