Removing wallpaper is one of those home improvement tasks that seems straightforward until you’re left with stubborn wallpaper paste residue clinging to your walls. Whether you’re preparing to repaint or apply new wallpaper, getting rid of this sticky mess is crucial for a smooth, professional finish. In this guide, we’ll Read more…
Rather than letting leftover wallpaper take up valuable storage space, put it to work with these projects. Steps: Cover a large popcorn gift tin or commercial-size ice cream carton. Voila: a new wastebasket! Cover a tissue dispenser with wallpaper to match the room. Apply with vinyl-to-vinyl wallpaper adhesive. Cover switch Read more…
Working around doors and windows takes more time per square foot, but you’ll spend the most time hanging paper on big, flat wall portions. The best outcomes come from good technique, and it makes the task easier. Before you begin, make sure the power to the room is turned off Read more…
The drawing below shows a typical room and how to install wallpaper in it. Following is a step-by-step guide to executing the plan. Cover the floor with polyethylene plastic topped with fabric drop cloths to prevent slipping accidents. Make all necessary repairs to the wall and ceiling surfaces. Fill narrow Read more…
There are several different methods for estimating the amount of wallpaper you need for your job. This one, from F. Schumacher & Co., is one of the easier examples. Once you have an estimate, discuss it with your wallpaper supplier: explain how you came up with the figure, and have Read more…
The majority of wallpapering tools can be found in a well-stocked homeowner’s toolbox. However, there are several specialist instruments that can make the task go much more smoothly. Here’s what you’ll need, from the everyday to the unusual: To have an adequate supply of clean water near at hand, use Read more…
Tired of the flat paint on your walls? Then try hanging some wallpaper—its colors, patterns, and textures can transform any room from something modest to something more. The job isn’t hard if you learn the basics first, including how to: Use essential wallpapering tools Choose and order the right wallpaper Read more…