Tuesday, September 24, 2013
By John VoketLet's getting into a few important installation tips for homeowners ready to "hit the wall" with a DIY wallpaper project this fall.
The folks at Seabrook Wallpaper publish a very easy-to-follow, but lengthy installation guide at their website, and another great resource - wallpaperdirect.com - provides video and illustrations can be found here.
If you really want to get creative with wallpaper, you can check out these cool ideas from a recent item from Home-Dzine:
Wallpaper staircase - If you are looking for ways to add interest to a plain staircase, here's an easy way to customize a staircase and make it a feature in the home.
Cover the vertical board of each stair with wallpaper. Follow the instructions on the wallpaper paste package to ensure the paper is well stuck down.
Wallpaper tabletop - It's so easy to dress up a table top, sideboard, coffee table or cabinet with pieces of wallpaper. Using wallpaper is an affordable way to add design that can be changed to suit the occasion. Simply cut the paper to size and lay it across the top of the table. If you plan to change it regularly, do not stick it down. Place a sheet of glass over the top in order to protect the paper and table.
Wallpaper a closet or cupboard - What about using colorful wallpaper to add interest to a closet or built-in wardrobe, or even a bathroom cabinet.
Just attach wallpaper cut to the correct size to the back of the cabinet. Use bold, contrasting paper to make the cabinet or cupboard stand out in the room.
Wallpaper bookcase - Create an instant feature by adding wallpaper to the back of a bookcase or wall cabinet. Choose a pattern and color that blends well with decor in the room but allows the bookcase to stand out and shine.
With all the attention being paid to hot new trends in wallpapering, maybe it's time to plan a DIY project to convert a wall, a room, or an entire interior this fall or winter.
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