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Struggling to figure out how to hang wallpaper?

Are you wallpaper the whole room or just one wall?

Do the colors match others already in the room?

Colorful peel and stick wallpaper evend out with smoothing tool

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How big is the design of the pattern?

These are all questions our pros said are important to ask as you analyze possible choices.

“Consider how you want the space to feel.”

Preparing the work area by rolling down plastic sheeting

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Should You Hire a Pro?

Before diving into wallpaper installation, it’s essential to do the prep work.

you might do this by mixing warm water with vinegar in a bucket.

Prime walls for painting

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You want your wall to be completely flat.

If you have to repair any small holes, fill them with caulk and let them dry before sanding.

Before marking your lines, measure the width of your wallpaper rolls.

Using a laser level vertically

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Start from the left and measure that distance (2 feet) with your measuring tape.

Repeat this process all the way across your wall(s).

Measure and Cut Your Wallpaper

Now it’s time to measure and cut your wallpaper panels.

laying out the wallpaper on the floor first

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Remember where you better cut each panel by flipping them onto the back and making a mark.

Measuring Tip

Remember to measure your cuts for outlets and electrical switches.

Mark the back of your paper with a pencil before making the cuts with sharp scissors.

Dampening the wallpaper with a spray bottle of water

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Apply the Wallpaper Adhesive

Standard wallpaper needs adhesive painted on, according to Krall.

To apply the adhesive, only work with one panel at a time.

Let the adhesive sit on each panel for at least three minutes before moving to the next step.

Laying the remaining wallpaper panels

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Start in the middle of the sheets and push the bubbles out to the edges.

The only challenge she states is that, unlike standard wallpaper, peel-and-stick options can be adjusted once applied.

Installing peel-and-stick wallpaperfunctions similarly to traditional wallpaper installation but with minor differences.

Cutting the bottom section of the wallpaper

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Here’s the step-by-step process to follow for hanging this throw in of wallpaper.

Wallpaper edges should overlap slightly to avoid showing seams.

Reach the adhesive’s instruction for proper tool.