What’s hot now in the wallpaper and painting industry? Bold colors, patterns, and peel-and-stick.
Designing a room can be stressful. You want it to look good, but you also want the process of painting and putting up wallpaper to go smoothly. Fortunately, there are ways to make that happen!
When it comes to choosing your wallpaper, there are lots of considerations. Most people like a mix of pattern and color, but the type of paper you choose will depend on your needs. For example, if you have a lot of windows or want a room to be bright and airy, then vinyl is probably the best option for you. If you’re looking for something more durable than peel-and-stick wallpaper, then again, vinyl may work better for you.
Wallpaper is a great way to add personality to your living space and it’s very inexpensive. There are many different types of wallpaper out there, but two common types are peel-and-stick, also known as “wallcovering,” and vinyl or “paper.” They’re both easy to apply, so you can pick the one that suits your style best. It’s not difficult to paint on a wall, but the process can be tedious.
In this blog post, we will share 9 wallpaper and painting tips that will help you transform your space into something beautiful.
Wallpaper & Painting Tips
1. Ease of installation: If you’re using peel-and-stick wallpaper, make sure to have a credit card or anything else with a hard edge handy to help smooth out any wrinkles or bubbles that form. When you’re applying vinyl paper, make sure the surface is completely clean before applying primer and paint.
2. Color: Choose colors that are bold and saturated – this will make colors pop and look more vibrant, especially if you’re painting over wallpaper already in place.
3. Patterns: Patterns add personality to your home! You can choose from several different types of patterns like geometric, floral, naturalistic, or retro-inspired to suit your style best!
4. Light: Before you decide where to place your wallpaper and paint, make sure that there is ample natural light.
5. Make sure the surface is free of dust and debris. When painting over wood, cover the walls with a primer first to avoid bleeding through finished coats of paint. If you’re painting over vinyl wallpaper, make sure the surface is completely clean before applying primer or paint.
6. Make sure you cover your floor with newspaper or cardboard before painting, or use something to cover furniture that might get drips on it.
7. Be sure to “feather” out the paint, using wider strokes than you would with a brush. Cut in around corners with a brush where necessary.
8. In some cases, such as new drywall, make sure that the paint is dry before applying tape and paper. This will prevent any chance of pulling up paint when removing tape and paper.
9. Paint ceilings in two coats for best results
Whether you choose to paint your walls, or use wallpaper, be sure to add your personal character to light up the room.
