Hanging Wallpaper

Hanging Wallpaper

Materials & Tools required:

Wallpaper of choose

Wallpaper adhesive

Bucket for mixing adhesive

Paint roller or brush for applying adhesive

Stanley blade

Measure tape

Measuring ruler

Soft cloth/sponge

If walls require preparation work:

Wall filler

Sandpaper

If needed, wall primer

Steps:

1 – Prep walls, paint with primer if necessary & insure all holes are filled & sanded smooth.

2 – Mix wall paper adhesive according to instructions & apply one coat to entire wall.

3 – Trim wallpaper according to correct measurements(with a little to spare if it allows)

4 – Apply a second coat of adhesive to the area you wish to stick your first sheet of wallpaper. (It’s advice able to start from left to right & work from top to bottom) Line the sheet up accordingly & lightly rub down the paper to the wall with a soft cloth. Do the same with the next sheet & continue till the whole area is complete.

5 – Trim any excess wallpaper off using a ruler & sharp stanley knife.

6 – Enjoy your new home decor design

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