INSTALLATION
How do I hang peel and stick wallpaper?
We have prepared this step-by-step guide:
- Unroll the wallpaper if you haven’t already done so.
It is not mandatory, but we recommend leaving the wallpaper unrolled for an hour or two to ease the installation process since the wallpaper has been rolled up in the package during the delivery time and most likely has curled. You can place some heavy, but clean, items such as books on it if it won’t stay on the floor. - Find a level spot on your wall.
Find a level spot to make sure that the wall is straight. You might end up applying wallpaper at a slight angle if the wall is not straight. - Peel the backing off.
Peel the paper from the wallpaper backing about 10 inches (20 centimeters) from the top. It will be easier to apply the top of the wallpaper sheet which is the most important part of the application process. - Apply the wallpaper.
Apply the wallpaper on the top of the wall where you have found a level spot. You can start slowly smoothing the wallpaper from the top with a squeegee or dry sponge until you reach the point where the wallpaper backing has to be removed again by another 10 inches. We recommend removing the backing step by step to avoid applying a large piece of wallpaper at once without smoothing it out to prevent air bubbles. This step-by-step application of 10 inches (20 centimeters) at a time allows you to remove the last part of applied wallpaper from the wall in case too many bubbles have formed since our peel and stick wallpaper can be repositioned up to 24 hours after application. - Smooth out the wallpaper.
Smooth out the wallpaper, and remove any air bubbles with a squeegee, plastic ruler, or dry sponge. - Apply the second panel.
Our peel and stick textile doesn’t require overlap since it doesn’t shrink over time. Therefore, place the second panel on the right edge of the first panel, not on it. Repeat steps 1-5 again. - Cut off the excess material.
When all wallpaper panels are applied, cut off excess material at the top and bottom of each panel. Cut any excess material around electrical sockets and light switches. - Finish by giving a final smoothing.
We recommend giving another round of smoothing after 2 days and another time after 2 weeks to ensure the wallpaper sticks properly to the wall.
How do I hang Non-pasted wallpaper?
We have prepared this step-by-step guide:
- Lay out the panels before you start in order to verify the positioning of the wallpaper panels.
- Using a pencil and a level, draw a light line down the wall (plumb line). This line will be the starting point for hanging. Mark a perpendicular line so that the first length can be hung at 1″ (3 cm) through the corner. Be sure not to make the mark too dark, otherwise, it may show through lighter colored papers.
- Using a brush or a roller, apply an even layer of wallpaper paste where the first two panels will go. We recommend Roman PRO-880 Ultra Clear® (for US customers), Henkel Metylan Direct® (for EU customers), or similar adhesive.
- Be sure not to paste the whole wall as adhesives applied too far in advance may dry out before wallpaper can be hung. Be careful not to get glue on the design. If that happens, clean it off with a damp cloth/sponge immediately!
- Maneuver the first panel to the correct location, beginning at the top and ensuring that the wallpaper is straight. It is best to leave about half an inch at both the top and bottom in order to better trim the paper. After you’ve properly hung your first piece, you should start to flatten out any air bubbles with the smoothing tool. This will also ensure that the wallpaper will adhere correctly. Begin at the top of the wall, continually moving down to smooth and adhere your paper, carefully working to make sure that any extra adhesive does not seep out. It is best to refrain from using rough tools such as squeegees that can mar or rip your wallcoverings. Always take care to wipe up any extra adhesive with a damp cloth or sponge before it dries. It is much more difficult to remove the paste once it has dried.
- Once you have properly installed the first panel, continue placing the next pieces one at a time, aligning each seam against the other, being sure not to overlap. Again, ensure that you quickly use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any extra paste from the seams or paper. In order to achieve the best results, we recommend using a seam roller to ensure proper adherence and a smooth look.
- When all the panels are in place, trim any excess wallpaper at the ceiling and skirting board with a ruler and utility knife; always move the ruler while keeping the knife in the cut. When cutting the wallpaper, make sure to use a sharp paper knife to avoid tearing the paper.
- After the wall is complete, avoid any drafts and temperature/humidity changes for 24 hours to ensure that the wallpaper adheres properly.
Tip: Wall damage can be minimized or eliminated by using a quality wallpaper primer