One of the most important aspects of a wallpaper project is using the correct primer or sealer. This selection can vary depending on the surface you plan to hang wallpaper on. For glass and tile, you may opt for an adhesion-promoting primer that improves bonding on sealed walls. For painted walls and drywall, a high-quality pigmented primer provides a durable base for new wallpaper.
When you start a new wallcovering project, you’ll need to choose the best wallpaper adhesive for the job. With so many options available, it can be challenging to know which product to select. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you decide!
A wallcovering primer is the foundation of a great installation. Using a quality wallpaper primer instead of a cheaper universal primer can prevent hanging issues and allow for a faster, easier installation process. We explain the differences between primer types and how quality wallpaper primers can protect your walls, improve adhesion, and make future removal more easy.
Even in the most careful installation, you may encounter trouble spots likes blisters, bubbles, and wrinkles. We’ll explain what causes wrinkles in wallpaper, techniques to prevent them, and how to fix them if you run into any on your next project.
If you want great looking wallpaper, you can’t forget the finish work. It may seem straight forward but getting perfect cuts along your ceilings and floors can be tricky depending on the type of wallpaper being hung. We cover the tips, techniques, and tools you need to achieve crisp, clean lines along your cuts.
Wallpaper murals are a great way to add interest to a room. They create a focal point that can be used in homes or businesses to make a statement and change the mood of the space. The options are unlimited and can include maps, landscape scenes and even photos.
Removing wallpaper can be a difficult task at best and most people avoid it if at all possible. What comes to mind is endless hours of peeling tiny bits of paper off the wall with a paint scraper while trying not to destroy your walls in the process. Is there a better way?
Wallpaper is a wonderful design element for a home, and as with paint, at some point it will be time to give your home a fresh look. You will need to either paper over your existing wallpaper, or remove it completely before hanging new paper.
Regardless of how beautiful the old wallpaper is in your home; at some point you will want to give your walls a new look. The thought of removing old wallpaper can give some folks nightmares, and stripping wallpaper from plaster walls can requires extra care. If you use the techniques suggested in this article, the old paper will come off easily and you’ll be ready to hang your new wallpaper in no time.
Have an older home with damaged walls but want a fresh, modern look? Textured, paintable wallpaper can help you achieve a beautiful new finish without the need to replace walls. We explore how the different types of textured wallpaper, and how best to prep for and install it.
