Lining paper - iffy walls

[handyattimes]

I have just stripped hall&landing of some lovely textured wallpaper. It was obviously there for some time. Much to my surprise the walls were not as bad as I expected. However, I've not had much experience with lining paper and the walls aren't perfect. I've purchased some 1000 weight rolls in the hope they will remove all the blemishes. But I am concerned that when the paper goes up, being wet it will show up the worst parts of the walls. Am I worrying without cause? Would it be a good idea to paint the walls before putting the ling paper up? (It will be painted after).

 

[gcol]

But I am concerned that when the paper goes up, being wet it will show up the worst parts of the walls.

What is it exactly that you're worried about? What's wet?

 

[handyattimes]

But I am concerned that when the paper goes up, being wet it will show up the worst parts of the walls.

What is it exactly that you're worried about? What's wet?

Well, the wallpapering experience I've had, usually still shows the rough surface of the wall underneath, as when the paper is wet with the paste it just moulds to the surface of the wall. I've never used lining before and I really just need a bit of peace of mind that an uneven surface will be sorted out with it and not show up the wobbly, uneven wall underneath. An yes, holes are filled and sanded.

 

[gcol]

If your wall is bumpy, all you'll get by lining it is a smooth finish - the bumps will still be there though. Lining paper will only cover minor imperfections but bumps and ridges will still show up. A deep blown vinyl will cover a lumpy wall but that's probably what you've just stripped off.
If you decide to line the walls anyway, a matt emulsion will hide more imperfections than silk.