Are all wallpaper pastes the same?

3 years ago

Good afternoon

So we are getting ready to wallpaper our half bathroom and hubby is saying all paste is the same so I thought I would come to the experts (I don’t think they are but what do I know lol)

The paper is “Trees Silhouette Wallpaper in White/Gold from the Modern Metals Second Edition” (photos included) and this is the description ..

This unpasted nonwoven wallpaper is created with a special blend of synthetic fibers and is both durable and tear-resistant making it superior to other papers and easy to maintain.

To install, simply apply a non-staining, wallpaper paste to the back of the wallpaper strip.

* Requires a clear, non-staining, heavyweight premixed paste for installation

* Prepare walls with universal wallpaper primer before installation for easier removal

* Breathable non vinyl material

I guess I also need a recommendation for a “universal wallpaper primer” (whatever that is lol) as well please.

Thanks so much for any help ~ Piaa

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CC

3 years ago

Sherwin Williams or Benjamin Moore will carry “Roman” brand paste, looks like they are calling for the heavy duty paste. Prime the walls with “Shieldz”, it is an INSL-X product. Benjamin Moore carries it. Put the paste into a five gallon bucket, get a 9 inch roller and handle. You have to roll the paste onto the backside of the paper on a table, then “book it”, for usually 3 to 5 minutes. Start in a corner behind the door or in the most inconspicuous place. Make sure you have a few plastic razor knives with extra blades, the ones you can snap off when they get dull, they will get dull fast! Have a small bucket with a big sponge handy. The first strip on every wall needs to be plumb… use a level and make a plumb line and make sure the first strip follows that line. Watch some videos beforehand. Good luck!

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tracefloyd
3 years ago
They make rolls that are pre-pasted and activated with just water. No primer needed..and easier to work with.
piaa
Original Author
3 years ago
@tracefloyd - we already have the paper :)
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bichonbabe
3 years ago
Wallpaper primer is usually found near the paint section of home depot etc. It is painted on just like paint. Not all pastes are alike, but I'm someone can help you at the store or you can just read the labels. I've always hired someone to do my paper so I can remain married! LOL
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
Please make sure you prime the wall. I agree go to any paint store even HD and ask for the wallpepr pastes that meet the criteria.Have you done wallpaper before ? It is not as easy as you might think and apoorly done on is ahuge waste of money.
tracefloyd
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
That is beautiful paper. Watch a lot videos on how to hang wallpaper...it is not easy.

Match the pattern, overlap the paper 1/4" to make a seam and use an exacto knife and straightedge down the middle of the seam and remove the two thin strips that remain so the edges of the rolls abut properly.

Use a needle to poke a hole to squeeze out any remaining air bubbles.

Use a matching felt pen or art pen to line up the pattern at the seams if need be.
pokyhoky
3 years ago
I would size the wall first. On my last project, I used this Paste the Wall, which made handling the paper much easier!

https://www.amazon.com/Solvite-Wallcoverings-Wallpaper-Extra-Strong-Wallpapers/dp/B01CXA5EKA/ref=sr_1_5?crid=34DI5WEUVQUKM&keywords=paste%2Bthe%2Bwall&qid=1697236696&sprefix=paste%2Bthe%2Bwall%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-5&th=1
arcy_gw
3 years ago
I've done a TON of DIY wall paper and paper removal. These are issues to think through: Did the wall have paper on it before? Removing ALL the previous paste is also key if the wall had paper on it previously. Is it a new wall or one that's been painted? Priming the wall is key--if you want it to come down ever, if it's an unpainted wall. Prepping the wall is as vital as the paste. Washing the wall down with TSP first is best practice but good luck finding it. I doubt you could buy a paste that's inferior enough to notice--think about the pre-pasted sort of wall paper. If that works what you buy will!! Think through where seams will hit in your space. Plan so seams have the most camouflage. I am not a proponent of paper in a full bathroom. The steam from showers/baths is counter indicated for successful paper staying power but plenty of people do it. Good luck!
Susie .
3 years ago
I would also recommend Roman brand products.
Molly
3 years ago
Hi @piaa. Have you hung the paper yet?
piaa
Original Author
3 years ago
@Molly - today is the day - wish us luck
cat_ky
3 years ago
In Lowes, they do have some wallpaper, and the paste and the primer is all in that area. (our lowes, anyway). You should be able to find everything there. Dont forget the snap off blades, and get extra blades. You will use a lot of them. Hopefully, you have the smoothing brushes, and a long blade for the ceiling line cut, etc. Also a seam roller.
Molly
3 years ago
Good luck! Keep the blade very sharp so the paper doesn’t rip.
tracefloyd
3 years ago
Good luck!
Molly
3 years ago
Hi @piaa. How did the papering go for you? Are you done hanging it?