Wallpaper DIY Tips
I’ve been resisting this trend for years… Wallpaper in a Bathroom!
I must say…..it looks amazing! And the quality of this wallpaper is great. I don’t have any doubts that this will be easy to clean and maintain for years to come 👍
Tip #1
Use a wallpaper primer before setting wall paper
This will ensure the wallpaper paste does not immediately get absorbed into wall. It will allow you to easily move the wallpaper into place.
If your wall is already painted, ensure its has some kind of sheen to it. Flat wall paint will still be absorbent
For this project I’m using Shields Wall Covering Primer
Tip #2
Be sure clean, sand & scrape wall before beginning
Any holes, imperfections & dust will create problems for the installation
Tip #3
Use a laser to establish the first sheet.
This is important and similar to setting tile 😄
If you go off level on the first sheet….it will make everything else tough to set!
I’m using a simple Huepar Green Laser to establish the first sheet layout
Tip #4
Use a 1/2” nap roller to apply wallpaper adhesive
If you coat the entire wall with a generous amount of adhesive, the easier it will be to move wallpaper into place
Tip #5
Use a plastic wallpaper knife to flatten out wall paper
A plastic one verses a metal drywall knife will help prevent scuffing paper
This wallpaper tool kit was a nice little investment for this project 😊
Tip #6
Use a straightedge to cut closely to wall & ceiling
Tip #7
Be sure to reference laser & keep first sheet plumb. Scribe cut wallpaper to adjoining wall
Tip #8
This wall paper from Rebel Walls does NOT overlap.
No need to add paste overtop of first sheet
Butt sheets, NOT overlapping 👍
The brush that comes with this Wallpaper Tool Kit helps remove air pockets from under wallpaper
Tip #9
Back rolling wall paper helps align and easily run remains sheets of wallpaper 👍
Tip #10
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