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Are you planning to paint over the wallpaper? Make sure there are no loose ends or bubbles in the paper. Latex flat or satin paint will work but you will see the seams in the wallpaper and the paint may cause the paper to lift off the wall. Better to remove the paper first for the best look and most durability. I had to paint over paper and decided to texture the wall first with a skim coat of plaster. Doesn't look bad but a LOT of work!
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∙ 7y agoYes you can, my mother has and it was successful. The wallpaper should be clean and in good condition if you choose to do this.
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∙ 11y agoA good primer first, before your colour coat.
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∙ 10y agoI have learned never to paint over wallpaper. I always remove it. - Still, if you can live with a quick, cheap job, then go for it.
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What will happen if you paint over wallpaper adhesive?
You really shouldn't. most wallpaper adhesive is water soluable and will cause the paint to have adhesion problems.
State two wall covering for a bathroom?
Wallpaper & paint. Wallpaper & paint.
what to do with stubborn wallpaper?
If the wallpaper removal doesn't work, you can try splashing some water on it. Then rip the wall paper off. Another option would be to paint over the wallpaper.
How can you renew your bathroom walls?
Paint, panel, wallpaper, etc
How soon can I put a wallpaper border over new latex paint?
Read the paint MFG recommendations for full cure, or 48hrs.
Paint over wallpaper?
yes
Can you paint over mobile home wallpaper?
Yes, -but I wouldn't recommend painting over ANY wallpaper - it's a sloppy, lazy way to do redecoration, and the paint will not adhere as well.
What will happen if you paint over wallpaper adhesive?
You really shouldn't. most wallpaper adhesive is water soluable and will cause the paint to have adhesion problems.
Do you wallpaper first or paint trim?
You Paint the trim first, then wallpaper.
State two wall covering for a bathroom?
Wallpaper & paint. Wallpaper & paint.
what to do with stubborn wallpaper?
If the wallpaper removal doesn't work, you can try splashing some water on it. Then rip the wall paper off. Another option would be to paint over the wallpaper.
Can you paint over polyurethane?
Not successfully, it will soon come off.
How soon can I put a wallpaper border over new latex paint?
Read the paint MFG recommendations for full cure, or 48hrs.
When you wallpaper can you paint over it?
Yes, I did and it worked out fine. If it has engravings in it, it might be difficult, but it should be fine!
What are the advantages of using wallpapers over paint?
There are a couple advantages of using wallpapers over paint. Someone who doesn't like the wallpaper design can easily get it off and replace it whereas paint someone would have to strip it first and then repaint the area.
What kind of paint is used on wallpapper?
There is no specific brand of paint designed to cover wallpaper. Paint carries too much moisture to use on top of wallpaper. When paint is applied to wallpaper the wallpaper absorbs some of the moisture and immediately begins to bubble and lift at the seams. Your best bet is to soak the wallpaper with hot water and a sponge and let it soak in completely. Enzyme based wallpaper remover also works well because it eats away the glue backing on the wallpaper. There is a method for painting over wallpaper if for some reason you do not want to remove it. Pick up some shellac primer and apply that to the wallpaper. It dries so quickly the wallpaper doesn't have time enough to bubble. Then you can apply the paint. Word of warning: make sure you have a lot of ventilation when using the shellac. It have very strong fumes. I hope this helps.
Can you paper over washable wallpaper?
Wallpaper placed over washable paint is a bad idea if the paint has a latex base. The latex will be dissolved by the glue in the wallpaper and it will not adhere very well.
