When it's time to change your wallpapers, lots of people feel confused - how can they do it smoothly and nicely?
In fact, it's not that hard - you should just follow these simple steps.
Now, let's renew your room together!
Prepare your walls
First, make sure your wall is clean and smooth. If there are any bumps or holes, you might want to fix them with spackle and sandpaper.
Measure wallpapers and cut
Measure the height of your wall and cut the wallpaper to match that length. Leave a little extra at the top and bottom for trimming.
Make the paste
If your wallpaper needs adhesive (paste), mix it according to the instructions on the package. Some wallpapers come with adhesive already on the back.
Use a brush or roller to apply the adhesive to the back of the wallpaper evenly. If your wallpaper is prepasted, you can skip this step.
Book it
Gently fold the pasted sides of the wallpaper together (like closing a book) and let it sit for a few minutes. This allows the adhesive to activate.
It's time to apply it
Begin in a corner of the wall. Slowly unroll the wallpaper, keeping it straight and lined up with the top of the wall.
Use a wallpaper smoother or a soft, clean cloth to press the wallpaper against the wall. Start from the center and work your way outward to remove any air bubbles.
Trimming time
Once the wallpaper is on the wall, use a sharp knife or scissors to trim the excess at the top and bottom, following the edge of the wall.
Try finding a match
When you get to corners or obstacles like outlets, overlap the wallpaper slightly, then use a utility knife to cut around them neatly.
Get rid of the excess
Finally, clean off any excess paste from the wallpaper and let it dry completely. It might take a day or two.
That's it! Wallpapering can take some time and patience, but if you follow these steps carefully, you can make your walls look great.
