DIY Wallpapering

4/16/2008 at 5:14:57 PM

Wallpapering isn't the easiest thing in the world. I've heard of a tip for bigger bubbles which includes injecting some paste into the bubble, flattening it down, and then wiping off the excess. But it seems as though you've already tried putting paste underneath the bubbles so this may not work as well.

If you're having a lot of trouble, I would just recommend taking it down, cleaning the surface, and using new paper that perhaps isn't prepasted. I've never had luck with those.

4/17/2008 at 12:02:30 PM

If you take the wallpaper down and start over, you might try priming the wall before the next application of wall paper. It sounds like the surface didn't have enough "grab".

4/18/2008 at 9:46:50 PM

I also read somewhere to not start wallpapering on a cooler day. I think if you do so, when it becomes humid, the wallpaper will tend to bubble and eve peel off. I've also heard not to wallpaper when it's too humid or the edges may curl. And make sure to prime your wall with sealer if you didn't the first time. That may make it stick more evenly.

4/25/2008 at 1:29:34 PM

probably thats the reason why most people prefer paint over wallpaper huh? well come to think of it, its better to wipe those walls and clean it (if needed) up before you stick those wallpapers.