Today, manufacturers offer a variety ofwallpaper options, but even among this variety, more effective and unusual ones stand out. Liquid wallpaper can be considered one of them. They look like plaster, but their composition is slightly different. For many, this coating still remains exotic, although its qualities are much superior to ordinary wallpaper. How easy will it be to remove them later? If desired, such coatings can be removed from the wall, and then applied to a wall in a completely different room without compromising quality.
Liquid wallpaper helps to hide uneven walls.This coating not only looks like decorative plaster, but is also applied in a similar way. The mixture is diluted according to the manufacturer's instructions, after which it is applied to the surface of the prepared wall with a wide metal spatula. Wallpaper can be combined with each other, use regular vinyl or textile as a background. There are various options for such coatings on sale, which, if necessary, can be easily removed from the wall with a spatula, then stored or used in another room. There is no loss of quality, the surface remains beautiful and stylish. You can choose not only the color, but also special additives.
Preparation for application
Scheme of filling seams.Before , it is necessary to prepare the surface for work. Plasterboard walls require preliminary priming, special attention should be paid to the joints between the boards. Usually 2-3 layers of primer are used to ensure easy and quick decoration of the walls. How to apply liquid wallpaper to a painted wall? Here everything depends on the thickness of the paint. If the wall is painted professionally, the paint layer is thin, and the surface is smooth, then there is no need to apply a primer before gluing the wallpaper. In other cases, priming is carried out, after which the wall is left to dry completely. Finishing begins within the first day after preparation, but not later. What to do if there is whitewash on the walls? It must be completely removed, then use a primer. This will allow you to properly prepare the base, ensure the durability of the coating. A primer is also applied to wooden walls to provide the necessary conditions for water absorption. Otherwise, the material will dry extremely unevenly. A primer is also applied to plywood or chipboard, 2-3 layers are required.
Stages of applying liquid wallpaper.A concrete wall definitely requires inspection, it must be dry. After that, it must be primed with special compounds. To properly finish the walls, it is necessary to prepare tools and materials:
- dry mix for liquid wallpaper;
- water;
- container for mixing the composition;
- trowel;
- smooth spatula;
- a spray for water;
- Special varnish (glossy or matt);
- roller and brush;
- to decorate the mixture can use glitters, chips and other substances.
The mixtures are selected taking into account what kind ofeffect is needed, what color scheme is used to decorate the room. If a combination of different colors or materials is preferred, then you need to prepare masking tape and molding for the finishing. Return to contents</a>
Preparation of liquid wallpaper
How to apply liquid wallpaper to a surface?Before starting work, it is necessary to dilute the composition correctly. The quality of the coating and its durability entirely depend on the strict fulfillment of all conditions. When preparing the composition yourself, it is necessary to observe the following conditions:
Liquid wallpaper application schemes.
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How to put wallpaper on prepared walls?
Liquid wallpaper has antistatic propertiesproperties, dust will not settle on them. The question of how to apply liquid wallpaper correctly is solved quite simply. The usual coating thickness is 1-2 mm. It is quite thin, but at the same time strong and smooth. The main requirement is that the mixture must be applied evenly. For this, a metal spatula is used, it is recommended to level the surface beforehand. If such work is not undertaken, then the protrusions and cracks will lead to the fact that the consumption of the mixture will be too large. A significant amount of the composition is required for processing corners, various protrusions, niches. The mixture can be applied to the surface from any area, it is only important to use the spatula correctly. If you have no experience, then it is best to practice on a piece of drywall beforehand. This will allow you to hone your movements, determine which layer is needed. There will be no loss of mixture, since the liquid wallpaper after the test work can be easily removed from the surface and re-diluted with water for further decoration of the walls.
Spatulas for applying liquid wallpaper.When applying liquid wallpaper to the walls, the spatula must be moved carefully, without straining the hand too much. The angle of inclination to the wall surface should be about 20 °, so that the mixture is distributed in the direction of hand movement. By observing such a simple condition, you can achieve easy and uniform application of the material. It is important that the mass is applied uniformly, too thin a layer of wallpaper will not reveal all the charm of this coating and its rich texture, and a thick layer will only increase consumption, making repairs too expensive. You cannot prepare only a small part of the solution and apply it to a separate area. It is necessary to cover the walls in the room entirely, without taking breaks of a day or two. This simple condition will transform the interior, make it more interesting. Transitions in individual areas will be invisible. If a combined coating is applied, then it is necessary to pre-select a color that will perfectly harmonize with other decoration. To protect other material, you can use masking tape, which is removed after applying the mixture, leaving only a smooth joint. Usually it is masked with beautiful molding. Return to Contents</a>
Finishing
After all surfaces in the roomready, the wallpaper needs to be lightly sprayed with plain water to ensure uniform roughness of the entire coating. This is done with a regular sprayer. This work only decorates the appearance of the wall; spraying with water cannot correct the depressions, drips, and joints that remain as a result of improper finishing. That is why applying liquid wallpaper is a simple job, but it requires utmost attention and accuracy. To achieve a certain surface effect, you can add glitter, chips, small pieces of fabric or fiber to the mixture while mixing it. After the surface dries, it is recommended to varnish it. Glitter can be added directly to the varnish. The wall is covered in 1 or 2 layers, using a roller. Each layer must dry completely before the next one is applied. The varnish will protect the material, it will give the coating strength, resistance to moisture, dirt, and scratches. The wallpaper will be much easier to clean when used. Return to contents</a>
How can I extend the life of liquid wallpaper?
Applying liquid wallpaper is an opportunitycompletely transform the interior of the room. In order for the coating to last a long time, it is necessary to follow the rules of care. Most often, varnish is used for protection. After the coating has completely dried, the wall is covered with a layer of varnish. The composition can be matte or glossy, it all depends on the desired effect. The rules of care also include the fact that the wall can be painted. This is especially appropriate in the kitchen. In this case, you do not have to wash them. In other rooms, you can wash the wallpaper if desired, using various household detergents for this. There are usually no problems with cleaning liquid wallpaper. They are easy to use, undemanding, and tolerate many negative effects well. Cleaning the surface is not so difficult to organize. You need to pour water into a simple household spray bottle, then carefully wash off the dirt without rubbing the surface. If the wall is not varnished, then you cannot wet the wallpaper, as they will get soaked. If the coating needs to be removed, then a sharp metal spatula is used, the surface is well soaked, after which the composition is carefully removed section by section. The wall surface remains intact after this, and after a little preparation, a new wall covering can be applied to it. Today, various coverings can be used for wall decoration. One of the best and most attractive options is liquid wallpaper, which is similar to plaster in its application method. The result is stunning, and the room can be radically transformed. At the same time, the work does not require much time, and everything can be done independently, saving on hiring an expensive team of workers.
