When it comes to royal endorsements, a century-long seal of approval speaks volumes. In a crowning achievement, Sanderson, the illustrious British fabric and wall coverings brand, has just received the coveted Royal Warrant from King Charles III—marking 100 years since the company first caught the discerning eye of King George V in 1924.
King George visits Sanderson’s Chiswick production facilities in 1924.
For those not versed in the fine print of royal patronage, a Royal Warrant isn’t just a fancy certificate to frame above the fireplace. It’s essentially the Crown’s ultimate seal of distinction—a prestigious mark of recognition bestowed upon companies that supply goods or services to the Royal Household, and maintain excellence while doing so. These appointments cover both luxury and practicality, with 145 companies currently holding King Charles III’s seal of approval.
The Warrant holders represent every aspect of royal life: Fortnum & Mason stocks the palace pantries; Heinz supplies condiments; Cartier lends the bling; and Hunter provides the Wellington boots for countryside rambles.
The Duke of York inspects Sanderson’s printing equipment.
Sanderson, founded in 1860 by its namesake Arthur Sanderson (who, ironically, began by importing luxurious French wallpapers), has evolved into Britain’s interior design royalty in its own right. Their signature English florals and illustrative botanical prints have graced the walls and windows of royal residences for generations.
The Sanderson x Giles Deacon collection.
But what makes this renewal particularly fascinating is how perfectly it aligns with King Charles III’s well-documented environmental passions. Sanderson isn’t just resting on its laurels (or its peonies, for that matter). The company has committed to reaching carbon net zero by 2030 under its aptly named «Live Beautiful» pledge. Sanderson’s already six years into its carbon reduction journey, with impressive results—their CO2 emissions have dropped by 40 percent over the past five years, according to the company, and it’s slashing plastic and cardboard consumption.
The Queen Mother in front of Sanderson in 1977.
So, the next time you’re considering a home refresh, remember: you could be selecting the very same wallpaper that graces the halls of Windsor Castle or the drawing rooms of Buckingham Palace. And while we can’t all live like royalty, we can certainly decorate like them. After all, if it’s good enough for His Majesty’s walls, it’s certainly good enough for ours.
Julia Cancilla is the engagement editor (and resident witch) at ELLE DECOR, where she manages the brand’s social media presence and covers trends, lifestyle, and culture in the design world. Her eye for emerging styles helps bring the latest in interior design to ELLE DECOR’s audience across platforms. Julia built her background at Inked magazine, where she grew their social media audiences by two million, conducted interviews with A-list celebrities, and penned feature articles focusing on pop culture, design, and lifestyle. Over her five years of digital media experience, Julia has written about numerous topics, from fashion to astrology.
