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Matching
Joining two strips of wallpaper so that the pattern lines up correctly.
Medallion
A decorative element confined within a round, oval, square or rectangular outline.
Metric single roll
A metric roll contains 28 to 30 square feet per single roll. It is usually 21 inches wide and 16 feet long, or can be 27 inches wide and 13 feet long. Also known as a euro roll. (Compare to American single roll)
Moire
A watered silk or wood grain effect printed or embossed on the decorative surface of wallpaper.
Monochromatic
Having only one color or the various tonal values of one color.
Motif
The recurring design or subject matter of a wallpaper pattern.
Mural
A machine-printed or hand-painted picture or scene which usually comes packaged in panels or strips of wallpaper which when joined form the scene. Photo murals simulate photography and are usually divided into quarter panels for installation purposes.
Mylar
Often mistaken for foil, it is similar in nature. A brand of polyester film from Dupont that is applied to decorative print of wallpapers.

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