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How to glue wallpaper

February 28, 2023
7:23 PM

Wall decoration plays an important role in creating a stylish interior. Here we have compiled detailed instructions on how to glue different types of wallpaper.

How to glue non-woven wallpaper

Non-woven wallpaper is a non-woven covering made of cellulosic and textile fibers. This is a practical, durable and moisture-resistant material that looks great on any wall.

How to glue non-woven wallpaper: step-by-step instructions

Prepare the walls. Clean them from dirt and remnants of old wallpaper, if necessary, degrease the surface. If necessary, a day before wallpapering, prime the walls.
Mark the part with a laser level. Then prepare the wallpaper yourself, lay it on the floor, covered with a protective film, face down. Cut them according to the size of the room and your wall markings.
Take a special glue for non-woven wallpaper and dilute it according to the instructions. Let the composition stand for a while, then mix it thoroughly, breaking up the lumps.
Read the instructions that come with the wallpaper package. Sometimes the manufacturer recommends applying glue not only to the walls, but also to the wallpaper. General recommendation – using a roller, cover one of the marked sections of the wall with glue, going slightly beyond the borders so that no gaps form at the joints of the sheets.
Place a sheet of wallpaper against the wall and smooth it from top to bottom. Pass it with a spatula from the middle to the edges. If the canvas is embossed, it is better to use a soft roller instead of a spatula.
If there is any fabric left, cut it off before the glue is completely dry. At the same time press the wallpaper with a spatula, not allowing them to move away from the wall.
Glue the next sheet end to end on top of the first. If there is a pattern, carefully align it to the edges of the canvases. Smooth the edges with a roller and remove excess glue with a rubber spatula.
Wipe off any glue that has settled on the surface of the wallpaper with a damp cloth. From the ceiling, the adhesive composition can be wiped off with a sponge.
Before sticking non-woven wallpaper around sockets and switches, remove them and turn off the electricity. Attach the sheets and make cross cuts where the wires come out. Then put the covers back on.
During the day, do not open the windows so that the wallpaper does not begin to peel off. After gluing the part, it is recommended to wash the floor to remove glue residues.

How to stick wallpaper by the meter on a non-woven base

Meter long wallpaper is becoming more and more popular instead of the usual 53cm sheets, because when using this wallpaper on the walls there will be fewer butt joints.

In addition, with them you will save your time and effort, since the number of sheets required for gluing the part is reduced. Buying meter-long wallpapers is also beneficial for your budget, since when calculating the area of the room, the cost of the material is lower than for narrow sheets. You need to glue meter-long wallpapers end to end using the technology we described above.

How to glue vinyl wallpaper

Vinyl wallpapers consist of a paper or non-woven base and a polyvinyl chloride top coating. They are resistant to damage and moisture, so they are a versatile option suitable for different rooms.

How to glue vinyl wallpaper: step by step instructions

Before wallpapering, putty the walls if there are bumps on them. The same should be done with the joints between the plasterboards. Then the walls should be covered with a primer.
Take the vinyl wallpaper paste and dilute it according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Mix the composition until an absolutely homogeneous consistency is obtained.
Before gluing vinyl wallpaper, measure the height of the room and add about 5-7 cm to the obtained value. Cut the wallpaper into sheets.
Following the instructions, apply the adhesive either to the wall only or to the wall and the wallpaper. Attach the canvas to the wall and spread it with a spatula.
Glue the next sheet end to end on top of the previous one. When gluing the corners, a margin of about 5 cm remains, which is cut off, fixing the canvas.
The holes for the sockets are cut when the canvas is already glued. Before gluing, remove the socket and switch covers, turn off the electricity and remove the baseboard.
Apply the adhesive evenly to the wallpaper using a wide brush. It is very important to cover the entire surface with the composition without gaps, otherwise swelling will appear on the wallpaper.
It’s best to ask someone to help you hang the wallpaper. One person will hold the canvas from above, climbing on a stepladder, and the other will smooth the wallpaper along the entire length and fix it exactly along the marked lines.
After the canvas is attached to the wall, you need to run a soft spatula over it from the center to the edges to remove excess air.
Remove excess glue with a clean sponge. Roll along the seams of the sheets, if necessary – glue them again with glue.
Finally, trim the excess wallpaper with a clerical knife or other sharp, durable knife.
As with non-woven wallpaper, avoid drafts in the room during the day.

How to Apply Liquid Wallpaper

Liquid wallpaper is a plastic material for wall decoration, which allows you to create an unusual texture. However, not all surfaces are compatible with them. So you can decorate plastered brick walls, primed drywall, concrete, wood. But chipboard, fiberboard and OSB in a “bare” form cannot be covered with liquid wallpaper – you need to pre-prepare the material with a primer and laminating composition.

Absolutely not combined liquid wallpaper and whitewash. Such a coating crumbles, spots and irregularities form on it. If you still opt for this option, the walls will need to be primed.

You can apply liquid wallpaper not only on the walls, but also on the ceiling. It is best to do this with a spray gun and level the coating with a spatula.

You will need:

bristle roller;
large spatula;
sickle;
breeding container;
putty;
protective gloves.

Step by step instruction

All irregularities on the wall must be puttyed and its color evened out.
When applying liquid wallpaper to drywall, fill seams with sickle tape and prime.
If necessary, dilute the composition beforehand. This element must be indicated in the manufacturer’s instructions.
Calculate the amount of funds required with a small margin.
When diluting the mixture, use water at a temperature not higher than 35 degrees. Too hot liquid will disrupt the properties of the composition, and cold liquid will dissolve it poorly.
It is better to knead liquid wallpaper by hand, and not with a mixer, in order to maintain the required consistency of the mixture.
Fill a bucket with water and pour a sachet of powder into it.
Mix the composition and close the bucket with a tight-fitting lid.
Before application, make sure that the mixture has an absolutely homogeneous consistency. If necessary, add a little lukewarm water and stir again.
Apply liquid wallpaper with a spatula, working from top to bottom and from the outside corners inward. You can apply the composition in a circular motion.
Hold the spatula at a slight angle, do not press too hard on the wall.
After covering the wall, direct a light source at it from the side to check for imperfections. If there is, level the surface.
As a rule, the mixture can be stored for 10 days, so you will have the opportunity to touch up the coating later.
Sometimes it is necessary to cover the batteries with liquid wallpaper. In this case, make sure they are cold. Apply the wallpaper in a thin layer no more than 2 mm.
Usually the composition dries in 1-2 days. At this time, the room can be ventilated, but not allow a strong draft, and also turn off the heaters.
Liquid wallpaper allows you to create a pattern. You can do it by hand or on a stencil. Before creating a drawing, you need to wait for the base coat to dry completely.
To make the material waterproof, it can be coated with acrylic varnish or painted with acrylic paint. Then you can safely carry out wet cleaning of the walls.

Source: The Voice Mag

Ben

Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.