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Wallpaper Installation Guide

 

 

Our self-adhesive wallpaper is designed for easy DIY installation, even for beginners. Follow these step-by-step instructions to achieve a smooth, professional finish.

Materials You’ll Need:

  • Measuring tape
  • Pencil
  • Utility knife or scissors Straight edge or ruler Step ladder
  • Squeegee (or soft cloth) 
  • Important: Use soft tools to avoid scratching the wallpaper surface. Handle carefully and follow all steps for the best results.

Preparing Your Walls for Installation

Ensure your walls are properly prepared before you start:

  • Allow Fresh Paint to Cure: Wait at least 4 weeks for newly painted walls to fully cure before applying wallpaper. Failure to follow this step will cause the wallpaper to fall down.
  • Clean the Surface: Make sure the wall is smooth and free from dust or debris. Wipe down the surface, including skirting boards.
  • Remove Wall Fixtures: Remove any hooks, tacks, adhesives, and light switch plates. 

Installation Guide

Before you start, check each panel you recieved it correct, size and qty, and then lasy the panels out on the floor or a clean surface and check how the panel paterns overlap with each other.

Step 1: Turn Off Power and Prepare the Area

For safety, turn off the electricity. Remove outlet covers and light switch plates, and cover exposed outlets with masking tape.
Wipe the area around outlets and switches to remove any dust or debris.

Step 2: Organise and Inspect the Wallpaper Panels 

Lay out the wallpaper panels in order and check for any issues before starting. Each panel is numbered at the top for easy identification.
Tip: Arrange the panels in the correct sequence before starting to avoid confusion during installation.

Step 3: Applying the First Panel

Roll up the first panel and carefully peel back a small section (around 20 cm) of the backing paper.
Align the panel at the top of the wall, leaving 5 cm of extra material at both the top and left side for trimming later.

Using a squeegee or soft cloth, press the wallpaper onto the wall, working from top to bottom with smooth, even pressure. Remember, the adhesive is pressure- activated.
Be gentle to prevent any damage to the wallpaper. Avoid using hard or plastic tools, and take care not to pull or stretch the material during installation.

Step 4: Smoothing and Adjusting the Wallpaper

Gradually peel back more of the backing paper, about 30 cm at a time, while pressing the wallpaper onto the wall using upward and outward motions.
Smooth out any air bubbles as you go. If necessary, gently peel back the wallpaper and reposition it to correct alignment or remove bubbles.

Step 5: Installing Additional Panels

Follow the same process for each additional panel, ensuring the design aligns perfectly. Each panel is designed to overlap the previous one by about 1 cm. Make sure each panel is straight before smoothing it into place.
Leave 5 cm of extra material at the top of each panel for trimming later.

Step 6: Trimming the Excess

After all panels are installed, use a sharp utility knife to carefully trim the excess material from the top, bottom, and sides of the wall.
Be sure to replace your knife blade regularly to ensure clean, smooth cuts.
Tip for Outlets: To trim around outlets or switches, make small cuts in the wallpaper, then replace the cover plates for a clean finish.

Step 7: Dealing with Wrinkles and Bubbles

Bubbles can usually be smoothed out by gently pressing them toward the edges. If they persist, peel back the affected area and reapply.
Wrinkles can be corrected by carefully peeling the wallpaper off and adjusting it.

Moving or Reapplying the Wallpaper

If you need to move the wallpaper to a different wall:
Reapply the backing paper by placing it next to the panel you want to remove. Always heat rhe wallpaperwith a hairdryer or heatgun to loosen teh adhesvies grip adn lessen your chances of peeling delicate paint. Slowly peel the wallpaper off the wall and align it with the backing paper.
Roll up the wallpaper and store it, ensuring the edges are protected.

Trimming Around Power Outlets

Turn off the power and cover outlets with masking tape.
Make a small x incision in the wallpaper, over the outlet and trim the edges carefully. Replace the outlet cover for a neat, professional finish.

Disclaimer
The instructions provided are intended to serve as general guidance for do-it- yourself installations. Tiny Walls cannot guarantee the outcome, as factors such as wall preparation, installation skill, and environmental conditions are beyond our control. If you are unsure about any part of the process, we recommend consulting a professional installer or an expert in self-adhesive wall coverings. Professional expertise may be required for optimal results, as this type of installation differs from traditional wallpaper methods.

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