hanging pictures without ruinging wallpaper
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Comments (19)You can easily put fabric on the backs of the cabs with starch. The fabric sticks really well, but peels off easily when you're ready for a change. A wet sponge and you're back to just white. A lightweight fabric will stick with just spray starch. A heavier one will need to be dipped in liquid starch then gently squeezed out. A heavier fabric will need you to hang onto it or brace it until it starts to dry. A light weight one is pretty much good to go as soon as you put it on the surface you're sticking it to. I covered one of DS1's walls with felt when he was little. It was a hills, mountains, etc. scene which was ever changing because we used it as a giant felt board. You can find really fun fabrics in the red tag section at JoAnn's or other fabric stores for $1-$2/yd and starch costs next to nothing....See MoreIs picture framed wallpaper passe?
Comments (14)I don't think I personally have the wall to do it. Hmm...that dining room oil painting may find a new home. Just wanted to present the option of a different way to use wallpaper. Everyone seems to cringe when I mention papering the dining room and adding wainscoting. I could do this without the wainscoting!...See MorePaintable beadboard wallpaper--on the ceiling!
Comments (56)Agree that the seam should not have a gap in it. This can happen when not enough glue is on edges or mismatching. Make sure when you are laying on the paper that you push outward on the seams for the glue to gather there. Wallpaper is usually a bit stretchable and the seams can be set together without being seen. Wallpapering such a small vertical area would be easy to try with a roll, take note of the process, results, etc.. And easy to remove if it looked too fake...oops...faux. Also, as said, wallpaper in past was sold in double rolls and the sq. ft. is listed for coverage, not linear ft. I can't remember if the coverage is noted depending upon a pattern repeat or not. With beadboard there would not be a pattern repeat. The only issue with this paper is what Lov mentioned. The paper is a raised foam material, laying down and rubbing horizontal could show after the fact. Am wondering though if it bounces back to original pattern. There are many textures offered in this foam product and haven't heard of anyone having problems with it. Or if the wallpapering process is the same as for smooth. I think the paper also needs wood trim wherever it stops for a nice finish. Even where the wallpaper and counter meet. You wouldn't have to worry about a perfect cut, let the trim cover it. Plus a thin line of caulk to seal bottom and top. Specifically if used near water. On the blog I noticed they had not painted the undersides of the cupboards. Would be interested in hearing from those using this if it is the same wallpaper process...I always used a damp towel to go over for good attachment and smooth finish. With a flat plastic edger on the seams to push glue for better adhesion. The resilience for long term use....Will it retain shape if cleaned off in the future too. As much as I like beadboard, there is an ongoing need to keep clean in the crevices. And how workable the glue is. And how to finish the underside of cabinets. For a backsplash I feel staying with wood is a better option. Ceilings wouldn't have the water exposure, furniture and walls less abuse. Although I did get a fleeting idea of doing the side of my fridge to match the wood wall finish. Easy to remove if it looked stupid....See MoreWallpaper where?
Comments (21)The way I figure wall paper Is to measure the height of the wall I want to cover....then measure down that number of inches on the roll...put a little pencil mark on the edge of that spot. Then search for the spot in the pattern that matches where you began at the beginning of the roll. the repeat can work for youas well as against you. When you find the place in the pattern that matches your first strip....again measure your needed length and put a mark. Repeat and that will tell you how many strips you will have to use. When going to the next roll....don't assume it will begin in the same spot on the pattern....check and again find your match and measure length. The only time you can use the "area of the wall" formula is if you have little or no waste due to match....See More- 14 years ago
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