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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 what I … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
Pasting and Hanging that First Strip of Wallpaper
From this article, you will learn how to paste and hang the first piece of wallpaper when you start decorating a room. It's important to get it right - the rest of the job depends on it. Before you start, put the pasting table on top of a dustsheet on the floor and have all your wallpapering tools … [Read more...]
