Your wall should be clean, dry, smooth, dirt and dust free.
If freshly painted or plastered wait 4-6 weeks before installing as adhesive may not bond correctly.
If wall is painted with silk (shiny) paint this must be roughened with sandpaper first.
We recommend using a wallpaper primer before installation. Mark walls using a pencil and spirit level to ensure strips are applied straight.
Mix your wallpaper paste, sprinkle powder into cold water. Stir and leave for 15 minutes to expand. Stir before use.
Non-Woven (Vlies) paper (white back): Apply paste to the wall. Spread a thin, uniform layer on wall with a brush or roller where strip is to be placed.
Do not paste entire wall in one go as paste may dry before applying all the strips. Apply strip to wall.
We recommend using 2 people to align strips. Take care to avoid ripping or creasing paper.
Do NOT fold paper strips before applying. When applied, smooth strip carefully with a rubber roller to remove air bubbles
Apply remaining strips taking care to match up image. We recommend hanging in this order.
Remove excess paste if needed with a slightly damp cloth, taking care to not place excessive pressure on paper. Allow to dry at a constant temperature of approximately 20c for 24 hours.
Important: Close windows and doors, and switch on air conditioning/air vents to avoid draughts as drying too quickly can cause strips to distort and/or crack.
When dry, trim excess with a SHARP knife and straight edge. Warning: If paper is wet ripping many occur.
Outside of EU: Adhesive may not be included in your item due to customs restrictions, please use standard wallpaper adhesive premixed or powder and follow mixing instructions provided. This can be purchased from most major hardware stores. You will need approximately 60g (2.1oz) of powdered paste for a XXXL mural.
There is now plain paper wallpaper on the wall. Can I wallpaper over this?
No, it is not recommended to wallpaper over plain paper wallpaper. The old wallpaper should be removed before applying new wallpaper to ensure a smooth and even surface. This is because the old paper wallpaper can expand and contract with changes in temperature and humidity, causing the new wallpaper to bulge or not adhere properly. Additionally, the texture and thickness of the old paper wallpaper may not be compatible with the new wallpaper, which can lead to an uneven appearance.
If the old wallpaper is non-woven or vinyl, it is especially important to remove it before applying new wallpaper. This is because the glue used for non-woven and vinyl wallpaper may not adhere well to the old paper wallpaper, leading to a weak bond that can cause the new wallpaper to peel or bubble over time.
To properly prepare the wall for new wallpaper, you should remove the old wallpaper, repair any damage to the wall, and clean the surface thoroughly. This will ensure that the new wallpaper adheres well and has a smooth, even surface to lie on.
I have a newly plastered wall, can I wallpaper it straight away?
No, an absorbent surface such as new (or old) plastered walls must always be pre-treated with primer. If you do not do this, the glue will penetrate the wall too quickly and the photo wallpaper will come loose or seams will appear.
Can I apply wallpaper to a textured wall?
For a good result, the surface must be smooth. If you are going to wallpaper on a plastered wall with a structure, the structure will remain visible through the wallpaper.
There are some considerations to keep in mind for the best results:
1.Smooth Out the Surface: Before applying wallpaper, consider smoothing out the textured wall as much as possible. Sanding or using a skim coat can help create a smoother surface for better adhesion.
2.Primer: Use a high-quality primer designed for textured surfaces to help create a more even base for the wallpaper.
3.Thicker Wallpaper: Opt for a thicker wallpaper to help minimize the visibility of the texture underneath.
4.Pattern and Color: Select a wallpaper with a busy pattern or a textured design that can help camouflage the imperfections of the textured wall.
5. Proper Adhesive: Use a strong wallpaper adhesive suitable for textured walls to ensure the wallpaper sticks securely.
6. Careful Application: Take your time to apply the wallpaper carefully, smoothing out any air bubbles or wrinkles to ensure a clean finish.
7. Professional Help: If you're unsure about applying wallpaper to a textured wall yourself, consider hiring a professional wallpaper installer for a flawless result.
By following these tips and preparing the textured wall properly, you can achieve a satisfactory result when applying wallpaper to a textured surface.
There is a simple test to check whether the wall is dry/absorbent. Wet a brush and smooth it over the wall. If the water remains on the surface for about 5 minutes, the wall does not need to be pretreated. If the water is sucked up within a few minutes, this indicates a porous, absorbent wall and must be treated with a primer.
When in doubt: prime!
The wallpaper does not fit, the pattern does not continue properly. Is this a printing error?
Before you started, you checked the parts and found no deviation. If the first part is not applied correctly/crookedly (see instructions for use), the pattern will expand and no longer fit. For a good result, it is very important to apply the first panel level to the wall.
We provide clear instructions for use with the photo wallpaper and we recommend that you read these before you start. The photo wallpaper is of good quality, but we always recommend checking the parts first for connections or color differences.
If you notice possible errors, please contact us immediately. We can then solve this for you. If the photo wallpaper is (partially) on the wall, complaints are no longer possible. To avoid disappointments, prior checking is therefore very important. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Why have the parts shrunk around the edges and don't fit together properly?
Shrinkage occurs if the wallpaper does not adhere sufficiently to the wall before the glue dries (lubricate the edges well, see instructions!). If the wallpaper is not applied firmly enough to the wall, is taken on and off too often and is stretched, it will shrink as it dries.
Allow the wallpaper to dry slowly. Avoid drafts, don't turn up the heating and don't open a window! It is most ideal to wallpaper at a temperature of 18-22 degrees Celsius.
The wallpaper is peeling in some places, how is this possible?
If the wallpaper comes loose in some places after drying, this is easy to solve.
If there is grit on the back of the wallpaper, then there are loose parts on the wall. Treat the wall with a primer and re-stick the loose piece of wallpaper. If there is no grit, the glue has been spread too thinly or has been absorbed into the wall. Apply new glue to the wallpaper and press it down.
Can you see the paint through the non-woven wallpaper?
When using light-colored non-woven wallpaper, always ensure an even, light surface. Dark walls or spots shine through the wallpaper. For example, you can first treat the wall with a simple white wall paint (water-based).
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