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"Of all the household jobs in the world ever , wallpapering is bottom of the list , I did it once , never again . I feel for you sweetie xx"  | |||
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"Don’t have the paste too thick and let it properly soak into the paper before trying to apply it. Draw a plumb line to get you started. Make the most visible part of the room the place with the best placed and least adjusted paper. There’s lots of tips but it would be a long reply!! Best of luck "I'm scared! | |||
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"It takes longer than you think it will so be prepared. I did it for the first time while I was on furlough. It was easier than I thought but it took me ages!" I've booked 2 weeks off work purely to get it done. I'm not the most finessed of people and that does concern me. | |||
"Of all the household jobs in the world ever , wallpapering is bottom of the list , I did it once , never again . I feel for you sweetie xx "I tried to invent Velcro Wallpaper once , I genuinely thought it was a great idea but apparently not  | |||
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"What about the wallpaper u paste the wall not the paper? X" I've had to get the thickest vinyl paper I could find for 3 of the walls as really they need replastering but I can't afford that. This stuff is 100% paste the paper. Oh god, what if it's so heavy I can't carry it up the ladder  | |||
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"A sharp craft knife (one with the snap off blades) and a good metal straight edge" I have those in my toolbox I've not used yet  | |||
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"Of all the household jobs in the world ever , wallpapering is bottom of the list , I did it once , never again . I feel for you sweetie xx
I tried to invent Velcro Wallpaper once , I genuinely thought it was a great idea but apparently not "Genius. I'd go for some of that | |||
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"For the first drop I paste the wall and the paper (enables you to slide it around to the plumbline easier) Be careful of sharp nails etc with soaked paper as it tears easy I always end up getting really hot when hanging paper so I'd suggest just a vest top and shorts (I normally end up topless) Good luck and well done for having a go "Topless you say? 
Wallpapering suddenly becomes more appealing | |||
"Ah good luck PP. My mum was the champion wallpaper in our house, she did my old house even though she was in her 60s then and I sat around like a knob not helping and eating Gregg's pasties as my heart had just been broken ( in reality just slightly bruised and my nose put out of joint.) She was ace at it. I did my bathroom(which is tiny tiny) and it didn't look too bad. Think the key is not to rush it, make sure your measurements are right, have a very sharp Stanley knife and one of those big wide brushes to brush out any bubbles. Make sure all your paper has the same batch number as there can be slight colour variations in different batches. You've got this Mrs Woman "Not to rush. I can do not rushing. Measurements aren't my fortè. | |||
"My best advice is to take your time; even when the paper is on the wall, there is still time to manoeuvre it so don’t panic if it doesn’t hang exactly as you would like it straight away. Put on some music whilst you work and you may well actually find yourself enjoying it. Certainly, it is very rewarding when you finish and admire what you have achieved "Music yes. Music is good. I may even go classical or a touch of Phantom to keep me calm | |||
"For the first drop I paste the wall and the paper (enables you to slide it around to the plumbline easier) Be careful of sharp nails etc with soaked paper as it tears easy I always end up getting really hot when hanging paper so I'd suggest just a vest top and shorts (I normally end up topless) Good luck and well done for having a go "Note to self: check for nails. | |||
"Don’t have the paste too thick and let it properly soak into the paper before trying to apply it. Draw a plumb line to get you started. Make the most visible part of the room the place with the best placed and least adjusted paper. There’s lots of tips but it would be a long reply!! Best of luck "All good ... make sure you have a nice wide wallpaper brush to smooth out any air; and make sure you get nice edges at the skirting etc. by pressing in, letting it dry and then using a sharp knife to trim. Make sure each strip butts up tightly (no overlap or rucking). It'll be fine once you get going! | |||
"Of all the household jobs in the world ever , wallpapering is bottom of the list , I did it once , never again . I feel for you sweetie xx
I tried to invent Velcro Wallpaper once , I genuinely thought it was a great idea but apparently not "Did someone rip you off | |||
"Get someone in to do it "No can do I'm afraid. It's all part of building my confidence back up and proving to myself I can do more than I give myself credit for. | |||
"A sharp craft knife (one with the snap off blades) and a good metal straight edge I have those in my toolbox I've not used yet "good. the sharp knife is more for the cutting in once its hung as the paper will be wet from the paste. press the straight edge against the paper (at the edge of the cornice or ceiling and use it to keep pressure on the paper as you cut to prevent it tareing (run the edge of the knife against the straight edge) | |||
"Of all the household jobs in the world ever , wallpapering is bottom of the list , I did it once , never again . I feel for you sweetie xx
I tried to invent Velcro Wallpaper once , I genuinely thought it was a great idea but apparently not
Genius.
I'd go for some of that "Not sellable apparently .
I assumed you could cover all your walls in a velcro base and you could have paper with a velcro back .
You could literally take it all down in 5 minutes, and put different paper up in no more than half hour | |||
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"Get someone in to do it
No can do I'm afraid.
It's all part of building my confidence back up and proving to myself I can do more than I give myself credit for.
"I’ve never tried wallpapering so good on you for giving it a go. I wonder how many times your favourite word will be used? | |||
"Is it plain of patterned? Plain is super simple, but patterns are a bit trickier to match. Just take your time and it'll be fine. You'll be so proud of yourself once its done, excited for you, good luck! " 3 plain and one feature wall where the fireplace is. I've not had a decorated living room since I moved in 7 years ago. It's gonna be strange and I may weep | |||
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"What about the wallpaper u paste the wall not the paper? X I've had to get the thickest vinyl paper I could find for 3 of the walls as really they need replastering but I can't afford that. This stuff is 100% paste the paper. Oh god, what if it's so heavy I can't carry it up the ladder "Have you thought about lining paper for those walls first? then the top patterned or coloured paper. hanging the lining paper will give you practice before moving onto the proper paper. (just remember to off set this lining paper so the joins wont line up with where youy want the joins in the main paper) | |||
"Papers vary as to how much soaking time they need (wallpaper paste brushed onto paper) so read instructions. Paper quality varies - some are a dream to put up, others are a nightmare. First time wallpapering - don't get a pattern that needs to line up. Cut lengths at least a couple of inches longer for both top and bottom. Do not trim these until happy rest of paper is bubble free. Once pasted, fold paper, at bottom this is a concertina effect, at top fold once. Actually it's prob easier to ask you what you know and go from there. " What I know is this. I know fuck all apart from it's gonna be a messy and likely frustrating "holiday" but hopefully one I will be proud of. Oh, and I have bugger all room for fuck ups as I'm on a zero budget, so if I run out of something it halts there and then! | |||
"Is it plain of patterned? Plain is super simple, but patterns are a bit trickier to match. Just take your time and it'll be fine. You'll be so proud of yourself once its done, excited for you, good luck! 3 plain and one feature wall where the fireplace is. I've not had a decorated living room since I moved in 7 years ago. It's gonna be strange and I may weep " Weeping is ok, mix the snot in with the wallpaper paste, like voodoo | |||
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"You’ll need some ladders "I've borrowed next doors. I have to go careful with them though because they're big ones and I've already scuffed the ceiling a couple of times.... whilst painting the ceiling  | |||
"Simple tip is DONT FUSS WITH IT If it’s expensive paper it’ll go up great cheaper paper can stretch if you fuss with it most air bubbles will dry. The more you fuss with it the worse it gets. Hope it all goes well for you " OK, no fussy. Sharp knifey Musicy Bubble brushy Straight edgey | |||
"Make sure you have a friend with a bowler hat to help you" Piss off  | |||
"Simple tip is DONT FUSS WITH IT If it’s expensive paper it’ll go up great cheaper paper can stretch if you fuss with it most air bubbles will dry. The more you fuss with it the worse it gets. Hope it all goes well for you OK, no fussy. Sharp knifey Musicy Bubble brushy Straight edgey "
Lots of tea breaks and biscuits | |||
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"A sharp craft knife (one with the snap off blades) and a good metal straight edge I have those in my toolbox I've not used yet "A girl with a toolbox (not a euphemism) is hot! 
Patterned wallpaper has a repeating pattern that you will have to match up every time you put a strip on the wall.
Make sure all the rolls are from the same batch number or the colours may be slightly different.
Use 2 wallpaper brushes, one for pasting the paper, one for smoothing the paper out onto the wall.
If you get bubbles in the paper as the paste is starting to dry on the walls, prick it with a pin or carefully with the tip of a sharp knife and gently push the air out with a brush or cloth.
Don't try to trim wet wallpaper, even with a sharp knife it can tear, so let it dry a little first.
Wet wallpaper can expand so don't be surprised if it shrinks a bit when it dries and you notice gaps between strips, if you do notice gaps you Can compensate by overlapping the strips by the same amount.
Be careful when working the paper into corners, its easy to poke a finger hole through it.
Don't rush & good luck | |||
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"A sharp craft knife (one with the snap off blades) and a good metal straight edge I have those in my toolbox I've not used yet
A girl with a toolbox (not a euphemism) is hot!
Patterned wallpaper has a repeating pattern that you will have to match up every time you put a strip on the wall.
Make sure all the rolls are from the same batch number or the colours may be slightly different.
Use 2 wallpaper brushes, one for pasting the paper, one for smoothing the paper out onto the wall.
If you get bubbles in the paper as the paste is starting to dry on the walls, prick it with a pin or carefully with the tip of a sharp knife and gently push the air out with a brush or cloth.
Don't try to trim wet wallpaper, even with a sharp knife it can tear, so let it dry a little first.
Wet wallpaper can expand so don't be surprised if it shrinks a bit when it dries and you notice gaps between strips, if you do notice gaps you Can compensate by overlapping the strips by the same amount.
Be careful when working the paper into corners, its easy to poke a finger hole through it.
Don't rush & good luck "Poke a finger hole through it oh god, now I'm imagining a nasty bum wiping incident that makes you wish you didn't have long nails.
Ooooooo I should maybe cut my nails first eh. | |||
"A sharp craft knife (one with the snap off blades) and a good metal straight edge I have those in my toolbox I've not used yet
A girl with a toolbox (not a euphemism) is hot!
Patterned wallpaper has a repeating pattern that you will have to match up every time you put a strip on the wall.
Make sure all the rolls are from the same batch number or the colours may be slightly different.
Use 2 wallpaper brushes, one for pasting the paper, one for smoothing the paper out onto the wall.
If you get bubbles in the paper as the paste is starting to dry on the walls, prick it with a pin or carefully with the tip of a sharp knife and gently push the air out with a brush or cloth.
Don't try to trim wet wallpaper, even with a sharp knife it can tear, so let it dry a little first.
Wet wallpaper can expand so don't be surprised if it shrinks a bit when it dries and you notice gaps between strips, if you do notice gaps you Can compensate by overlapping the strips by the same amount.
Be careful when working the paper into corners, its easy to poke a finger hole through it.
Don't rush & good luck
Poke a finger hole through it oh god, now I'm imagining a nasty bum wiping incident that makes you wish you didn't have long nails.
Ooooooo I should maybe cut my nails first eh."wallpaper paste does have a similar colour and consistency to cu.. cutting you fingernails may be wise | |||
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"Use bubble wrap instead of wallpaper. It covers wonky walls and is good fun when you are feeling down. " | |||
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"Do you have an update for us Miss Peach? "Oh I'm glad you asked, I was actually wondering too! Hope it's all going to plan | |||
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I find papering quite therapeutic as it goes , have a few bits to paper myself as well over weekend
Think it was mentioned as well a new / really sharp knife is essential and an item for smoothing the paper. Rollers work on joins / edges | |||
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"Only a week to go before I finally get stuck into having a lounge I will be happy to lounge in (all being well) I've never wallpapered before and I'm not gonna lie, I'm shitting bricks. I've YouTubed and rather than fill me with confidence it's made me worse. So... Do you have any top tips or expert advice? If so, can you translate it into thick person for me please. T.I.A" Get a decorator in. | |||
Totally out of my comfort zone but yaaaaay!.
I went round a window, a door and a radiator.
I've had a peep this morning and there's a patch or 2 that still look blotchy so think it's a little damp still but on the whole I'm pleased with it, especially for my first ever go!
I'll carry on today and wgo knows, I may have it done by midnight | |||
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"ooooohhh thank you for resurrecting! I started yesterday! Took me 7 hours to do almost 2 walls but I'm doing it
Totally out of my comfort zone but yaaaaay!.
I went round a window, a door and a radiator.
I've had a peep this morning and there's a patch or 2 that still look blotchy so think it's a little damp still but on the whole I'm pleased with it, especially for my first ever go!
I'll carry on today and wgo knows, I may have it done by midnight "We need pics! | |||
"ooooohhh thank you for resurrecting! I started yesterday! Took me 7 hours to do almost 2 walls but I'm doing it
Totally out of my comfort zone but yaaaaay!.
I went round a window, a door and a radiator.
I've had a peep this morning and there's a patch or 2 that still look blotchy so think it's a little damp still but on the whole I'm pleased with it, especially for my first ever go!
I'll carry on today and wgo knows, I may have it done by midnight
We need pics! "You'll get them once it's done. My fally-downy walls will be well and truly hidden! | |||
just teasing | |||
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you. | |||
"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you. "£500 a roll?! Blink. It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing | |||
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"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing "Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first. You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture | |||
"just to add to the good advice above dont be scared of plugs and wet wallpaper as long as the plug switch is turned off you will be fine. same with light switches just loosen them and slot your cut paper into them rescrew later when rest is done " Good tip | |||
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"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture "Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling | |||
"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture
Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling "Nothing wrong with £10 a roll. If you were dressed like your picture, i’d hang anything you wanted | |||
"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture
Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling
Nothing wrong with £10 a roll. If you were dressed like your picture, i’d hang anything you wanted "Yer this dose just about sum it up but do start away from the door and don't panic take your time if the walls are a bit poor don't expect perfection you can't make a silk purse form a hesian sack. I'm sure it will look better than it dose now and if you don't like it paint over it. Well done for having a go | |||
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"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture
Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling
Nothing wrong with £10 a roll. If you were dressed like your picture, i’d hang anything you wanted "Ooh there's an idea I can print people's rude pic's onto wallpaper and flog it for £500 a roll | |||
"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture
Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling
Nothing wrong with £10 a roll. If you were dressed like your picture, i’d hang anything you wanted
Yer this dose just about sum it up but do start away from the door and don't panic take your time if the walls are a bit poor don't expect perfection you can't make a silk purse form a hesian sack. I'm sure it will look better than it dose now and if you don't like it paint over it.
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"Only a week to go before I finally get stuck into having a lounge I will be happy to lounge in (all being well) I've never wallpapered before and I'm not gonna lie, I'm shitting bricks. I've YouTubed and rather than fill me with confidence it's made me worse. So... Do you have any top tips or expert advice? If so, can you translate it into thick person for me please. T.I.A" I love wall papering | |||
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"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture
Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling
Nothing wrong with £10 a roll. If you were dressed like your picture, i’d hang anything you wanted
Ooh there's an idea I can print people's rude pic's onto wallpaper and flog it for £500 a roll "Do i get a percentage for the idea?... i’d like it in kindness | |||
"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture
Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling
Nothing wrong with £10 a roll. If you were dressed like your picture, i’d hang anything you wanted
Ooh there's an idea I can print people's rude pic's onto wallpaper and flog it for £500 a roll
Do i get a percentage for the idea?... i’d like it in kindness "Let me get my business head on,I'll get back to you on that | |||
"A perfect plum line is essential, it sets every paper off from that. Get that first bit perfect, every one after that will be right. Then do another for each wall. As Walls sound a bit ropey, it might be best to “ size” the wall first. Basically roll on a weak paste mix to the wall first. It will stop the wall sucking in the paste to quickly, making it easier to move about. The paste on paper reactivates it if dried. Slides lovely then. Best to use a “ snap off blade to do cuts. Snap it off after every couple of cuts. This stops the dreaded snagging and tearing of the paper. Use pliers to snap It off , its safer. Don’t press too hard, better to do 2 slices than one hard one, if blade catches on walls it can kick and wreck paper or cut you. That heavy vinyl will require a good soak period to get supple, so let it soak well for 5 mins. Or tead the label, all are different Once pasted, fold it over to about 2/3 rds, then fold rest upto that edge, don’t overlap it or it will stain the pattern. If going round a plug... take paper over it and roughly smooth it into the top edge. Then press lightly onto each corner of plug. Take your knife and cut it diagonally both ways.stopping just short of each mark You can then smooth it down gently around the plug, maybe require a few tiny cuts to help it settle. Dont push too hard or you can tear it. Then do next sheet and trim it after that. Remove all trimmed paper safely. Last thing you want is to step off ladder and onto pasted paper. Ive done it once, slipped.. slammed into tool box and fractured a few ribs. I understand your nervousness. I’ m a qualified Decorator and i don't enjoy papering with patterns either. Don’t mind a feature wall but windows n stuff are a pain in the arse at times. Check walls first for any lumps n bumps, sand off flat. Preparation is everything. Once paper up, wipe of any excess paste with a damp sponge, before moving onto next sheet. It will leave stains otherwise. If getting frustrated, put kettle on. Have fag if you smoke. Take 5 mins break, but dont leave paper soaking too long. Even the professionals can cock it up from time to time. Normally followed by “ ahhh bollox “
Last paper i hung was a black felt design with holographic backing , £500 a roll. Took an eternity.
Good luck, hope this helps you.
£500 a roll?! Blink.
It sounds like we should all get you in when we need a spot of pampering doing
Yep it was £500 per roll. I was offered a job that was £2500 per roll, hand printed. Sod that, gave job to a mate on his arse financially he loves papering. And is the bollocks at it. I did the painting first.
You can get me in to pamper , if you like. I would enjoy the scenery very much, going by your profile picture
Yeah but mine would be more like ten quid a roll
I think I need to get into the hand printed wallpaper business,I'm good at doodling
Nothing wrong with £10 a roll. If you were dressed like your picture, i’d hang anything you wanted
Ooh there's an idea I can print people's rude pic's onto wallpaper and flog it for £500 a roll
Do i get a percentage for the idea?... i’d like it in kindness
Let me get my business head on,I'll get back to you on that "No problem, but if i see you on dragons den, you will need a spanked bum. Hope to see you on it soon | |||
"Only a week to go before I finally get stuck into having a lounge I will be happy to lounge in (all being well) I've never wallpapered before and I'm not gonna lie, I'm shitting bricks. I've YouTubed and rather than fill me with confidence it's made me worse. So... Do you have any top tips or expert advice? If so, can you translate it into thick person for me please. T.I.A" I’m shyte at wallpapering too if that helps plenty of paste brushed evenly work from the top downward with a brush stroke to get rid of those pesky bubbles take your time...... | |||
"What about the wallpaper u paste the wall not the paper? X" Hmm it might be easier to paste the paper But I’m not the expert | |||
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"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete "Hurrah well done. Xx | |||
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"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete "Woohooo! I hope you're feeling proud of yourself | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete
Hurrah well done. Xx"Thank you. Go me, go me. You watch it all be on the floor by the morning | |||
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"Funnily enough I’m doing a friends feature wall tomorrow. " Now there's a euphemism I've never heard before | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete "Good on yer missus
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"Papers vary as to how much soaking time they need (wallpaper paste brushed onto paper) so read instructions. Paper quality varies - some are a dream to put up, others are a nightmare. First time wallpapering - don't get a pattern that needs to line up. Cut lengths at least a couple of inches longer for both top and bottom. Do not trim these until happy rest of paper is bubble free. Once pasted, fold paper, at bottom this is a concertina effect, at top fold once. Actually it's prob easier to ask you what you know and go from there. " You are a pro. | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete
Good on yer missus
(Admit it - the music helped, right?) "I only nearly cried once, so yeah | |||
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"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete "A good job well done! Does it look good? | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete
A good job well done! Does it look good? "It looks 100x better than it did! | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete
Hurrah well done. Xx
Thank you.
Go me, go me.
You watch it all be on the floor by the morning "Well done.... it will still be hanging strong in the morning | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete "Awesome. Well done. Hope your feeling proud of yourself | |||
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"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete
Awesome. Well done. Hope your feeling proud of yourself " | |||
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"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete "Brilliant! Was wondering how you were doing. Good work Mrs Woman | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete "Well done | |||
"Please don’t do what I did Today and spill a tub of wallpaper paste inside my car boot lol. " Is there a eufemism here? | |||
"the living room is done! Still loads to do in there but the papering is complete
Hurrah well done. Xx
Thank you.
Go me, go me.
You watch it all be on the floor by the morning "Is it still up?
I was briefly inspired to paint my walls. Then remembered what a pain in the arse it is and decided just to never have visitors. | |||
