How to Install Artificial Green Wall Panels: A Step-by-Step Guide

Artificial green wall panels are one of the fastest-growing interior design trends in the UK — and it's easy to see why. They bring the lush, calming look of a living plant wall without the watering, pruning, or specialist lighting. Whether you're transforming a home living room or a commercial reception area, installing artificial green wall panels is a straightforward DIY project when you know the steps.

In this guide, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to get a professional-looking result.

What You'll Need

• Artificial green wall panels (measure your wall first — panels typically come in 50cm x 50cm or 100cm x 100cm sizes)
• A tape measure and pencil
• A spirit level
• Mounting screws or heavy-duty adhesive strips (depending on your wall type)
• A drill (for screw mounting)
• Cable ties or zip ties (if interlocking panels)

Step 1: Measure and Plan Your Layout

Before you order or unbox anything, measure the wall space you want to cover. Sketch out a simple grid showing how many panels you'll need and how they'll fit together. Most artificial green wall panels are designed to interlock or sit flush against each other, so planning your layout in advance avoids gaps or awkward cuts at the edges.

Pro tip: Add 10% to your panel count to account for any trimming needed around sockets, switches, or irregular wall shapes.

Step 2: Prepare Your Wall

Make sure the wall surface is clean, dry, and free of loose paint or wallpaper. For plasterboard or brick walls, you'll want to use appropriate fixings — rawl plugs and screws for brick, or plasterboard anchors for stud walls. If you're using adhesive strips, check the weight rating matches your panels.

Step 3: Mark Your Starting Point

Use a spirit level to draw a faint horizontal line at the height where your bottom row of panels will sit. Starting level is the single most important step — if your first row is off, every row above it will be too.

Step 4: Fix Your First Panel

Begin in the bottom corner of your wall (usually bottom-left). Secure the first panel using your chosen fixing method. If using screws, drill through the panel's frame into the wall. If using adhesive, press firmly and hold for the time specified on the product.

Step 5: Work Across and Upward

Continue fixing panels row by row, working across then up. Use cable ties through the interlocking tabs (if your panels have them) to keep everything aligned. Step back regularly to check the overall look — it's much easier to adjust panels before the adhesive fully sets.

Step 6: Trim Edge Panels if Needed

If your wall doesn't divide perfectly into whole panels, you may need to trim some panels at the edges. Most artificial green wall panels can be cut with heavy-duty scissors or a craft knife. Always cut from the back to keep the foliage side looking neat.

Step 7: Fluff and Finish

Once all panels are fixed, spend a few minutes fluffing out any foliage that's been flattened during installation. This makes a huge difference to the final look. Stand back and admire your new green wall!

Maintenance Tips

One of the biggest advantages of artificial green walls is how little upkeep they need. A light dusting every few weeks and an occasional wipe with a damp cloth is all that's required to keep them looking fresh year-round — no watering, no fertiliser, no specialist lighting needed.

Ready to Get Started?

Browse our full range of artificial green wall panels to find the perfect style for your space. From dense tropical foliage to subtle mixed greenery, we have options to suit every interior — residential or commercial.

Have questions about which panels are right for your project? Get in touch with the Treesy Green team — we're happy to help.