Random match vs straight match vs drop match
The repeat number (e.g. 21 cm or 9 inches) is the vertical distance before the design repeats. Larger repeats mean longer cuts per strip.
- Random match / no repeat: easiest install, least waste
- Straight match: pattern aligns horizontally at the same height each drop
- Drop match: pattern shifts vertically — most waste, most planning
Why repeat matters for shopping
Two rooms with identical square footage can need different roll counts if the repeat differs. Always enter repeat into our calculator — guessing "one roll per wall" fails on patterned paper.