Wallpaper In Your Home

Wallpaper is back in style! Isn't it wonderful how at the end of the day you have completely transformed a room! That is what is remarkable about doing a wallpaper project in your home and even if it is just stripping an old pattern off your walls you will accomplish quite a refreshing and rewarding change for all your hard work!

Choosing Your Wallpaper

Choosing wallpaper is often the hardest part of your whole project. I hear many stories from customers about looking through books for hours, with no decisions to show for it. While I am not a decorator, I do have some basic guidelines many folks find useful. The best advice I ever heard from an interior decorator was this: decorate for yourself, and not for the next person who will live in your home.

Find out what the labels mean, what the difference between commercial and residential papers is, and learn a little bit about wallpaper history in our types of wallpaper section. Take the mystery out of choosing wallpaper - you'll learn what features are best for each room. And for decorating tips, check out our section on wallpaper colors and pattern choices.

Getting the Job Done

Wallpaper removal seems to frustrate so many would be do-it-yourselfers. There exist many deadend stripping methods that can also cause damage to walls. Then people start swearing they will never have anything to do with wallpaper projects ever again!

Our measuring section will help you figure out how much wallpaper you need. Make the job go smoothly by choosing the correct tools and materials, and make sure you choose the right glue or paste for the job. If you don't skimp on the prep work, installing your wallpaper will be a piece of cake. When you are ready to hang your wallpaper I will take you through all the steps. Finish the job with some special effects- see our borders, murals, and ceilings section for ideas.

Prefer paint?

• Should I Remove Wallpaper or Paint Over It?
  Find out when it's OK to paint over wall paper and when it's better to remove it. Don't make a decision without reading this article!
• Painting over wallpaper.
  Painting over wallpaper: Is it possible to get good results? Yes! The key is in proper preparation. We'll show you how.
• Painting after removing wallpaper.
  Painting after removing wallpaper: all the tips and tricks you need to ensure perfect results. Step by step instructions from a professional painter with over 20 years of experience!
• Natural Wallpaper Stripper - Make Your Own at Home
  Learn how to make your own natural wallpaper stripper or use common house hold items to help remove your wallpaper.
• How to Remove Wallpaper Glue
  Learn some methods used to remove wallpaper glue left behind after stripping.
• Using A Wallpaper Steamer
  If you have to remove more than one layer of wallpaper, wallpaper that has been painted over or if the wallpaper was not applied to a properly sealed surface, you might want to use a wallpaper steamer.
• How To Remove Vinyl Wallpaper
  Removing vinyl wallpaper is more challenging than removing plain wallpaper because steam can't penetrate the surface layer. Learn the tricks of the trade to easily remove vinyl wallpaper.
• How to Remove Wallpaper Borders
  Have a stubborn wallpaper border? Removing wallpaper borders will depend on the type of wallpaper used, the type of surface the wallpaper is glued on and the type of adhesive used. This article will show you how to easily remove wallpaper borders from your home.
• Tricks For Removing Multiple Layers Of Wallpaper
  Are you ready to remove those multiple layers of wallpaper from your outdated bathroom? This article have tips that will help you with removing multiple layers of wallpaper.
• Removing Painted Wallpaper
  Is your house covered with stubborn, old painted wallpaper standing between you and your dream home? Removing painted wallpaper will involve major physical labor but there are steps you can use to make it a do-it-yourself project.
• Hanging a Wallpaper Border
  Wallpaper borders come with basic instructions, which are just that- basic. Professionals do not include their secrets on the instruction slips, but with a little help, you will be hanging wallpaper borders with ease in no time.
• Hanging Wallpaper
  Many customers enjoy hanging wallpaper instead of hiring a professional and having the extra cost. For those of you installing wallpaper yourself, you will need to follow a few basic steps.
• How to Choose Wallpaper Colors and Patterns
  Wallpaper can make a room seem cozy or spacious, comfortable or claustrophobic, warm or cold. It can help you sleep or make you want to eat. It all depends on what color and pattern you choose.
• Choosing Wallpaper by the Room
  Everything you need to know about choosing wallpaper by room! Get the most from your decorating dollar by choosing the right finishes, colors, and patterns for lasting style.
• Types of Wallpaper
  The most complete compilation of wallpaper types on the web! Learn what the labels mean, and what type of paper you need for every room!
• Types of Paintable Wallpaper
  What's the deal with paintable wallpaper? If you've ever wondered, click here to read about the types available, hanging instructions, and more!
• Wallpapering Tools
  Our wallpapering tools page provides a complete list of all the equipment you'll need for your wallpapering project, with separate sections on installation and removal.
• Hiring a Wallpaper Hanger
  Don't hire a wallpaper hanger until you've read this! From finding the right contractor to making sure your contract is solid, we've got the best info here.

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