The Block — Canon Colorado Brings Creative Vision to Life
A hit Australian renovation TV show, The Block follows contestants as they compete to transform and style properties, tackling new design challenges each week.
Speed, Creativity & Customization — All in a Day’s Print
Canon Production Printing, in partnership with long-time The Block collaborator Grafico, played a key role in one of the most creatively ambitious episodes of the season — the DIY Wallpaper Challenge.
Filmed in the scenic town of Daylesford, Victoria, the episode showcased the contestants’ artistic flair while also marking the debut of the Canon Colorado M-series on The Block.
In case you missed the episode: The Block Season 21, Episode 23 Catch Up TV – 9Now
A Challenge Unlike Any Other
The concept: five teams, five houses, one day. Each team collaborated with an artist to create a unique painted design. That artwork was captured using Canon photography equipment and turned into bespoke wallpaper — printed on-site with the Canon Colorado M-Series.
“To see the journey from a physical artwork to digitally printed wallpaper within hours was absolutely amazing,” said Steven Badger, Head of Sales & Professional Services, Canon Production Printing. “This kind of turnaround is only possible with technology like the Colorado.”
The Power of Colorado in Action
From fast production to exceptional color accuracy, the M-series delivered exactly what the challenge required — high-quality, customized wallpaper printed under tight time pressure.
“The Block is all about speed — and we need equipment that delivers under pressure,” said Damian Corney, founder of Grafico. “The Canon Colorado has been a fantastic asset for us.”
Wallpaper Trends: Bespoke is Booming
Grafico, now in their 11th year on The Block, continues to see growing demand for personalized wallpaper — from hand-drawn Australiana motifs to textured linens and modern takes on classic patterns.
Today’s clients want tailored designs that match their room in color, scale, and style — and the Canon technology enables Grafico to deliver just that, quickly and confidently.
A Seamless Collaboration
Behind the scenes, success depended on close collaboration between Canon’s experts, Grafico’s design and production teams, and The Block contestants. From concept to install, five custom wallpapers were created, printed, and applied — all in one fast-paced filming day.
Canon Colorado — Empowering Creative Possibilities
The episode demonstrated what’s possible when creativity meets innovation. More than just a printer, the Canon Colorado M-series is a tool for transformation — empowering designers and print professionals to deliver bold, personalized outcomes at speed.
As the episode aired on Tuesday, 2 September (Episode 23), Canon Production Printing and Grafico were ready for the spotlight — showing how powerful technology can bring creative ideas to life, beautifully and efficiently.
