Tastes change over time, so it is not surprising that the decor in our homes is constantly evolving. The trend for ultra-modern surroundings is not everyone’s cup of tea, but even in those rooms you will see twists on modern decor. I am referring to the one wall that people choose to wallpaper to make […]
How to Hang Lining Paper Before Wallpapering
The way you hang lining paper is really down to your own personal choice. Lining paper can be hung horizontally so that there is no risk of the joints lining up with your wallpaper joints, I prefer to hang the lining paper vertically as it is much easier to do and have never had a problem […]
A Guide to Using Lining Paper to Achieve the Same Finish as a Newly Plastered Wall
Achieving a good paintable finish (read: 10 tips for painting walls and ceilings like a pro) on a bare wall using filler and sandpaper is a lot easier said than done. I decided to remove the wallpaper from various walls in my home, then fill any holes or cracks and sand the walls to obtain […]
How to Repair Cracked or Damaged Plaster on Internal Walls
Should you discover cracks or patches of loose plaster on the internal walls of your home (usually found when you redecorate - click here for decorating tips), you will have to repair the walls before painting or wallpapering. First, make sure you’ve got all the tools you need to complete the job. Small cracks can be repaired […]
How to Cut Wallpaper Around Switches and Sockets
When you have a power socket, light switch or TV aerial outlet etc, that needs to be wallpapered around I use a small set of scissors around 4″ - 5″ (100 -125mm) long to make the appropriate cuts in the paper. Click here for more wallpapering tips Hang the strip of wallpaper as you would normally from […]
How to Add a Wallpaper Border
Adding a border to your freshly decorated room can be done quite easily. A lot of wallpaper manufacturers produce borders to compliment their range of wallpapers, and a border can enhance even a very plainly decorated wall. See Also: Wallpapering tips for everyone and for anyone just getting started First decide on a suitable height […]
How to Wallpaper a Ceiling
To wallpaper (click for more wallpapering tips) a ceiling you will need ideally some form of platform to stand on. You should be able to work wallpapering the ceiling without the worry of whether the platform is strong enough to withstand your weight or that it won’t topple over whilst you are on it. Two pairs […]
How to Wallpaper Around Corners
Corners of walls are rarely perfectly square. When you reach a corner with your wallpapering you should cut the strip of wallpaper the width required to reach the corner plus 1″ (25mm). This will allow the wallpaper to just go around the corner by 1″ (25mm). If this 1″ (25mm) section of wallpaper won’t stick flat […]
How to Wallpaper Around Windows and Inside Reveals
Wallpapering around a window and the reveals can be a great way to test your patience. Sometimes it’s straightforward, whilst other times, depending on the condition of the walls and quality of the wallpaper, it’s testing to say the least. The method described below is the one I have used in the past and I […]
Pasting and Hanging that First Strip of Wallpaper
Before you paste the first strip of wallpaper, use a plumb line or spirit level and pencil to mark a vertical guideline on the wall. This line should be approximately 1/2″ (12mm) away from the edge of the first strip of wallpaper as shown in fig 1 below. Place the pasting table on top of a dustsheet […]
How to Calculate how Much Wallpaper you need for Decorating a room
Rolls of wallpaper typically measure 33ft (10mtrs) long and 21″ (535mm) wide, therefore if the room you are decorating has a ceiling height of approximately 9ft (2760mm) you will be able to cut three drops of wallpaper from each roll. Remember to allow approximately 6″ (150mm) per cut length for trimming the top and bottom of […]