The instructions don't give enough detail and neither does the website it lists to get more information. I tried this first on an eggshell-finished wall and it does not stick. You'll need a wall that satin or an even higher finish, the less texture the better. Lining up the pattern can be a task in itself. I did it by myself, but I would recommend doing this with two people. It took me about 40 minutes to get it up on a 9'H x 12'W wall, but after it was up, it looked fantastic! It really brightens the room.