Canvas & Ivy vs Wallpaper Direct
A side-by-side comparison of two wallpaper brands on price, formats, styles, samples, and renter-friendliness — plus which we’d pick.
| Attribute | Canvas & Ivy ★ | Wallpaper Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | Premium | Mid-range |
| Origin | — | United Kingdom |
| Founded | — | 1999 |
| Formats | peel-and-stick, paste-the-wall, traditional/pre-pasted, print-to-order, mural | traditional/pre-pasted, paste-the-wall, peel-and-stick, mural |
| Styles | botanical, floral, vintage, chinoiserie | floral, geometric, damask, modern, vintage |
| Removable | Yes | Yes |
| Samples | Yes | Yes |
| Made to order | Yes | No |
| Profile | Canvas & Ivy review | Wallpaper Direct review |
Where Canvas & Ivy wins
- Made to order (sharper large-scale patterns, less waste)
- More format options (5 vs 4)
- Stronger on botanical, chinoiserie
Where Wallpaper Direct wins
- Wider range of styles
- More accessible pricing
- Stronger on geometric, damask, modern
Which should you choose?
If you want made-to-order pattern in multiple formats — especially botanicals and florals — Canvas & Ivy is our editor’s pick and the more flexible choice. Choose Wallpaper Direct if its specific styles or stock availability fit your project better. Both are worth sampling before you commit.
FAQs
Is Canvas & Ivy or Wallpaper Direct better?
Neither is universally better — it depends on format, style, and budget. Canvas & Ivy is our overall editor’s pick for made-to-order botanicals; compare their formats, removability, and pricing tiers above, and order a sample from each.
What is the main difference between Canvas & Ivy and Wallpaper Direct?
Canvas & Ivy is premium and offers peel-and-stick, paste-the-wall, traditional/pre-pasted, print-to-order, mural; Wallpaper Direct is mid-range and offers traditional/pre-pasted, paste-the-wall, peel-and-stick, mural. Their style ranges and made-to-order options also differ.