GETTING READY TO HANG WALLPAPER

2017-02-06

 GETTING READY TO HANG WALLPAPER

Wondering how to wallpaper a wall? Let us help you!
1.Make sure the walls are clean of all debris and that the surface is smooth. Spackle and smooth out any holes or rough areas on the walls as they may affect the final finish of your wallpaper. You should also remove all faceplates and socket covers before beginning, taking care to turn off power first for safety.
2.When deciding where to begin, if hanging wallpaper on all four (4) walls you ideally want to start in the most inconspicuous corner of the room. Some examples of an ideal place to start would be in the back corner of the room, behind a door or a large piece of furniture.
3.The most crucial step in hanging wallpaper is making sure the first strip is straight and level. This will impact the rest of the room so it is important to take your time and do this first step correctly.
4.Measure out from the corner the width of the paper minus 1/2 inch and mark with a pencil.
5.Place a level at the mark and draw a straight, vertical line (plumb line).
6.Every time you reach a corner or start a new wall, follow this procedure to make sure you are hanging the wallpaper straight.