Preparation
- Surfaces painted prior to 1960 may contain lead pigments, special precautions should be taken during preparation.
- To minimise the hazard in event of fire, do not hang wallcoverings over polystyrene veneers.
- Keep room warm and well ventilated.
- Turn electricity off at the main fuse box when working around switches, sockets, light fittings etc.
- Remove any existing loose wallcoverings or linings.
- Surfaces must be clean, smooth and dry.
- Cure areas affected by either damp or mould at the source.
- Pre-treat new plaster or other absorbent surfaces with a fungicidally protected adhesive or ‘size’.
- Roughen gloss painted surfaces with glass paper. Lining paper is recommended for uneven or contrasting surfaces.
- Freshly painted surfaces should be left for at least 3 days prior to application.
- Use a good quality ready mixed adhesive suitable for heavy weight wallcoverings and apply to the manufacturers instructions.
Hanging Guidance (for walls)
1. Measure 50cm (20”) out from a corner. Avoid an area with windows or other details for the first strip if possible. Using a plumbline as a guide mark a vertical line from ceiling to fl oor. N.B; Always ensure the width of the roll will be wide enough to fill the gap between the line and the corner, especially important in older properties where corners may not be perpendicular.
2. Cut strips to length allowing extra for pattern match & trimming. Apply adhesive ensuring the entire reverse is well covered.
3. Fold pasted sides inwards and leave to soak for 10-12 minutes. If the soaking time is extended be careful to ensure the paste does not dry out before application – apply extra paste if necessary.
4. Position the paper on the wall following the guide line. Brush down the paper starting at the center, brushing out towards the edges. N.B Take care to only apply very light pressure when smoothing out the paper. Use a good quality brush, other implements such as rollers and spatulas may permanently flatten the surface.
5. Crease and mark with a pencil before trimming to size at top and bottom or other features such as door frames.
6. Remove excess adhesive from the surface immediately with a damp sponge.
7. Ensure subsequent lengths are applied in the correct direction use butt joints matching patterns as necessary. Ensure all lengths are firmly adhered.
8. This product can be painted once the adhesive has fully dried out, normally after 24-48 hours.
Application Guidance (for Ceilings)
(Application is similar to wall application)
1. If a ceiling is not square it may be advantageous to consider hanging the strips across the shorter side for easier handling.
2. Draw a guide line 50cm (20″) from the edge of the ceiling.
3. Cut strips to length allowing extra for pattern match & trimming. Apply adhesive ensuring the entire reverse is well covered.
4. Fold pasted sides inwards and leave to soak for 10-12 minutes. If the soaking time is extended be careful to ensure the paste does not dry out before application – apply extra paste if necessary.
5. Position the paper on the ceiling following the guideline. Brush the paper onto the ceiling starting at the centre and brushing out towards the edges, expelling all air bubbles. N.B Take care to only apply very light pressure when smoothing out the paper. Use a good quality brush, other implements such as rollers and spatulas may permanently flatten the surface.
6. Crease and trim at edges.
7. Remove excess paste immediately with a damp sponge.
8. Ensure subsequent lengths are applied in the correct direction use butt joints matching patterns as necessary. Ensure all lengths are firmly adhered.
9. This product can be painted once the adhesive has fully dried out, normally after 24-48 hours.
