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We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Gluing wallpaper correctly is essential to receiving a great finished product. This post provides some tips and tricks from experienced masters to help you achieve perfect results. It includes advice on wall preparation, different types of glue and techniques for laying the paper correctly and smoothly. Also, helpful information about solvents and cleaning tools is included. With these tips and tricks you will be able to quickly and easily glue your wallpaper without any difficulties.

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In this article, you will learn how to properly join the planes of different wallpapers and bypass the anchor. We will give in detail illustrated techniques of professional painters – “upholsterers”. These methods are based on many years of successful practice of working with expensive types of heavy non-woven wallpaper..

There are several stages in wallpapering that everyone has to face. We will describe simple and convenient ways of high-quality joining and trimming of sheets.

Pasting the opening

When it comes to a window or doorway, do not rush to cut the sheet under the edge of the opening. Much easier to stick it whole and then cut in place.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

This way you get a perfectly accurate cut.

Cutting a joint of planes

If the task is to join two or more planes, it is best to resort to the overlap method. One plane is glued first.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

In this case, sections of 30–40 mm should be released along the edges. After smoothing the sheet, you need to carefully press the edges so that they fall into the design position.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Then, pressing the overlap with a spatula to the abutting plane, cut off the stock in place with a knife.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

In the same way, the usual vertical corners of plain or multi-colored wallpapers are joined..

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

After trimming the edges, grease with a special glue for joints (such as KLEO Strong or similar) and roll on with a roller.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

This way you can join any number of planes..

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Cutting the joint of sheets

Often it is necessary to join sheets in place, and it is not always possible to join factory edges. To do this, there is a method for precise trimming using the same spatula.

After fitting and “dry” cutting, we smear the wall with glue (according to the instructions) and apply the element as it should be glued, focusing on the markings in the non-aligned part. The previous sheet must be pasted.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Attention! Do not put glue on the front side of the wallpaper – the future joint must remain dry.

An overlap of 30–40 mm should go over the glued sheet.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

We smooth out the element, expelling air and excess glue.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

We adjust the top to the stucco.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Then we cut the sheet along the opening.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Using a spatula, we make a cut to the stucco.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

It’s okay if the edge is not glued – it will still have to be additionally coated with glue for joints.

Then, using a wide spatula (at least 300 mm), press the element overlap to the factory edge of the glued sheet. The relief of thick wallpaper allows you to do this quite accurately.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Cut with a knife along the spatula along the joint.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

We coat all the edges of the element, and if necessary, the glued sheet, with glue for joints and lay the joint in the design position.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Then carefully roll with a roller for the joints of the cut.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Advice.Return to the rolled joints after 5–7 minutes and repeat the procedure (roll in again). This will give a 100% guarantee of high-quality setting of the wallpaper and flatness (95% guarantee without re-rolling).

Video on how to trim wallpaper seams

Bypassing anchors

Radiator anchors and heating pipe outlets are found in every room with hidden piping. You need to go around them carefully, without making too large cuts. In general, it is just behind the radiators under the window that it is customary to make joints when it comes to circular continuous pasting. In these places they are least noticeable..

If the anchor or pipe falls on a place close to the edge of the sheet, you can cut to the edge and start the sheet.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Then carefully trim the wallpaper material around the anchor stop plate (if available).

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Use a wallpaper spatula to disperse excess glue and air towards the anchor and to the edge of the sheet. The result is a very neat look..

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

You will need to cut a larger hole for the pipe – do this in a segment manner. This means not to cut a hole in the sheet at once, but mark the hole and cut several diameters (the more the better).

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Cutting the joint of circular pasting is done in a way that is already familiar to us – in place through a spatula.

We glue the wallpaper correctly: tips and tricks of the masters

Do not forget that all areas on which additional operations were carried out must be coated with glue for joints and rolled with a roller.

Secrets of pasting wallpaper - tips from the master

The final view of the glued plane:

Secrets of pasting wallpaper - tips from the master

By following the rules of the instructions and applying the tips shown in this article, you can achieve high quality wallpaper stickers on difficult areas. This will save a lot of money on salaries of hired specialists and bring complete satisfaction from their work..

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Comments: 2
  1. Nova Clarke

    Could you please share some tips and tricks on correctly gluing wallpaper? I’d like to learn from the masters and ensure that I do it properly. Thank you!

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    1. Dominic Hill

      When it comes to gluing wallpaper, there are a few key tips and tricks to keep in mind. First, make sure your walls are clean, smooth, and free of any dust or debris before applying the wallpaper. Next, measure and cut the wallpaper accurately to ensure a precise fit. Use a good quality wallpaper adhesive and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for mixing and application. It’s also important to allow the adhesive to set for the recommended amount of time before hanging the wallpaper. Smooth out any air bubbles or wrinkles with a wallpaper smoothing tool or a damp sponge. Finally, trim any excess wallpaper carefully with a sharp knife or scissors for a clean finish. With these tips, you’ll be able to hang wallpaper like a pro!

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