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This paper and paperhanging how to section details all you need to know about wallpaper.  We show you how to cut paste and hang wallpaper even in awkward areas such as the stairs and around windows and corners.  We cover problem papers, tools and preparation and have articles on papering ceilings, hanging lining paper as well as hints tips and advice on stripping old wallpaper

Cutting and pasting wallpaper 1

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to mix paste or adhesive without lumps as well as cutting lengths and measuring for pattern repeat.

Cutting and pasting wallpaper 2

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to paste the lengths of paper on the pasting table keeping the surface clean.

Cutting and pasting wallpaper 3

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to fold the lengths of pasted paper on the pasting table keeping the surface clean and ready to hang on the wall.

Hanging wallpaper 1

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to hang the first length of paper keeping the bottom folded then smoothing to remove air bubbles and blisters.

Hanging wallpaper 2

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to unfold the length of paper marking at the skirting or cove edge and then trimming a straight edge with scissors, shears or a knife.

Hanging wallpaper 3

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to hang the second length of paper and butt join to match the pattern and smooth the edges. With a guide to papering corners.

Lining paper and cross lining

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to hang lining paper or cross line - vertical or horizontal. Tips for folding the lining, pasting, trimming and smoothing.

Papering a ceiling 1

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to paper a ceiling. Putting up a platform, order of work measuring cutting pasting and folding.

Papering a ceiling 2

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to paper a ceiling. Trimming or cutting round ceiling rose or lights with scissors, paperhangers, shears, or a knife.

Problem solving and special wallpapers

Wallpapering guide covering how to deal with special papers, problems hanging paper including lifting edges and seams, air bubbles or blisters and paperhanging problems with ready pasted and embossed wallpaper

Setting out wallpaper and planning 1

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to plan and set out the paper for pattern repeat with fireplace, door and window location examples.

Setting out wallpaper and planning 2

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to plan and set out the paper and starting at a vertical or plumb line usually marked with a chalk or pencil.

Stair wall paper hanging

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to paper stair or staircase walls. Including information on putting up a platform.

Stripping wallpaper 1

Advice on stripping old wallpaper. Including vinyl and hard to remove strip paper such as painted embossed coverings. With advice on how to score and scrape difficult paper.

Stripping wallpaper 2

How to use and hire a wallpaper steamer for stripping difficult and hard to remove paper. With advice on scraping and scoring.

Tools and preparation for wallpaper

A wallpaper hanging guide showing how to prepare and the tools needed for paperhanging success.

Top 10 Wallpaper Hanging Tips

Our top ten tips for wallpapering are designed to help you get better results and make your paper hanging job easier. Tip include how to work out the number of rolls, removing fittings and soaking the wallpaper, as well as how to trim neatly

Trimming wallpaper around objects 1

How to trim wallpaper around switches, sockets and lights as well as cutting round doors and window frames with scissors, shears or a straight edge and knife.

Trimming wallpaper around objects 2

How to trim wallpaper around external corners, openings and frames with scissors shears or a straight edge and knife. Matching the pattern up to maintain repeat.

Trimming wallpaper around objects 3

How to trim wallpaper around and behind radiators firepalces and awkward shapes with scissors shears or straight edge and knife. Matching the pattern up to maintain repeat

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