Five common wallpaper mistakes

Would you like to put up some wallpaper to complement a room’s decor? For the results to live up to your expectations, make sure you don’t make any of these five common mistakes.

1.Forgetting to prepare the surface:

for the wallpaper to adhere properly, thoroughly wash and dry your walls beforehand. Sand uneven or rough parts and fill any holes. Finally, apply a primer that’s specially designed for wallpaper application.

2.Choosing the wrong paste:

there are many types of wallpaper on the market, and each one requires a specific type of adhesive paste. Therefore, to prevent your wallpaper from becoming deformed or from detaching, carefully read the manufacturer’s instructions and get the right paste for the job.

3. Not measuring:

if you want your wallpaper to be put up the right way, get a measuring tape and a level, and draw reference lines on the walls to make sure the strips are vertical. Don’t rely just on wall angles, since they aren’t always perfectly straight.

4.Leaving no wiggle room:

never cut your wallpaper to the exact size of your walls. Plan for an extra 5 to 10 centimetres instead, since wallpaper can stiffen while drying. You’ll just have to cut off the surplus with a utility knife.

5.Not wiping off extra paste:

since wallpaper paste isn’t transparent and can create unsightly shiny spots, don’t wait until it dries to wipe it off. Always keep a damp sponge handy and remove excess paste every time you place a strip of wallpaper.